About this experience
Explore the romantic Nakupenda Sandbank with BBQ Lunch and snorkel in the pristine waters of Bawe island. Spend a unique shared sandbank tour. End the day full of unforgettable memories!
Relax and explore the Nakupenda Sandbank
Have a tour in the true paradise of the Nakupenda Sandbank where you will enjoy a lunch, fruits and soft drink. Nakupenda means “I love you” in Swahili, the local language of Tanzania. The moment you see and step foot on this sandbank you will fall in love with this little island. Discover the beautiful underwater world around this sandbank with snorkelling and greet all the little colourful fishes, other sea life and the most magical reefs.
Bawe island snorkelling
Discover the pristine waters of Bawe where you will enjoy snorkelling.
After this memorable day, your driver will drop you off back at your hotel.
Kindly note that the guide can flexibly adjust the route throughout the excursion.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- BBQ lunch (Meat or Seafood) / Vegetarian option
- Professional driver ( only if option with transfer booked)
- Marine conservation fees
- Bottled water
- Nakupenda Sandbank
- Boat transfer to Bawe snorkelling
- fresh tropical fruits
- Boat transfer to Nakupenda Sandbank
- soft drinks
- Hotel pickup and Hotel drop-off (only if option with transfer selected)
Not included
- Tip(optional)
Itinerary and highlights
With Meeting point : Meet at the Stone Town seafront departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Nakupenda/Bawe. Perfect for those who prefer to join directly at the boat’s starting location. This option is shared and without transfer.
With Transfer from Anywhere Zanzibar : This option includes hotel transfer in Zanzibar Island. Enjoy a 6-hours adventure(including hotel transfer duration).
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Kindly be at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance, you will meet your guide for starting the tour with the boat cruise. Kindly note that a minimum of 5 people is required for this tour to operate. The hotel pick up/ hotel drop off is not included in this tour.
- Kindly be at the reception 5 minutes in advance. Upon arrival the driver will confirm your names at the reception.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Beach & Safari
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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