Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch

4.9 (18 reviews) 4–6 hours Free cancellation

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Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Guest in the boat — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Stone Town

Discover the beauty of Zanzibar’s coastline on a scenic boat cruise departing from Stone Town around 10.00 am. Depending on the tides, the trip starts from either Cape Town Fish Market or Africa House, ensuring the best sailing conditions.

As you cruise along the shoreline, admire Stone Town’s UNESCO-listed architecture from the sea, feel the ocean breeze, and enjoy a peaceful escape on the water.

Bawe island Snorkeling

The first stop will be in the Bawe island area where you will enjoy snorkeling

Sandbank experience

Then, experience the Nyange sandbank and savor a BBQ, fresh fruit salad and soft drink for lunch. Take nice pictures which will be memories for a lifetime!

Back to the historical Town of Zanzibar

After the trip, you will cruise with the boat back to Stone town meeting point around 02.00 pm

You can choose from three convenient options: meeting directly at the departure point, transfer from Stone Town hotels only, or transfer from anywhere in Zanzibar Island

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At a glance

Duration: 4–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 48 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Beach & Safari

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tasteful tropical BBQ (Fish and sea fruits or chicken with fries)
Included: Bottled water
Included: Boat transportation/ boat seat
Included: Snorkeling at Bawe
Included: Experienced driver
Included: Hotel drop off (only if option selected)
Included: Fresh fruit salad
Included: Snorkeling gear
Included: Hotel pick up (only if option selected)
Included: Nyange sandbank experience
Included: Sandbank Entrance fees
Included: Soft Drinks
Included: Professional Boat Captain
Included: Life Jacket
Included: Bawe island Entrance fees

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips(optional)
Not included: Lobster lunch upgrade (order in advance)
Not included: Local Beer or Red/White Wine (order in advance)

Itinerary

Stone Town

Passing by

Pass by
Bawe Island

one hour

Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing, Scenic views on the way
Nyange Sandbank

2 hours Admission included

Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming, BBQ, Marine life viewing, Scenic views on the way

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet at the Africa House departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Stone Town’s waterfront. Kindly be at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance, you will meet your guide for starting the tour with the boat cruise.

End point

Meet at the Africa House departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Stone Town’s waterfront. Kindly be at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance, you will meet your guide for starting the tour with the boat cruise.

Pickup points

Sand and Sunset Hotel, Kendwa
Oasis Blu Zanzibar
Reef Nungwi House
Crown View Hotel
Eden Nest Boutique
Botany Villa
Kimti House
Mambo Beach Villas
Oasis Nungwi
Sulkhan Serviced Apartment
Zava House Stone town
Mano Kendwa Garden

and 766 more pickup points

Meet at the Africa House departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Stone Town’s waterfront. Kindly be at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance, you will meet your guide for starting the tour with the boat cruise.

Using your ticket

For booking with transfer option, we need to know your pick up location 48 hours before the departure, as well as your room number. One day before the Customer Support Agent will contact you to confirm your updated pick up time at the reception of your hotel : Customer Support Agent +255 699 042 549

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
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
People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users
People prone to seasickness
People with high blood pressure
People over 95 years

Options

WithTransfer Anywhere Zanzibar

from Anywhere in Zanzibar: This is the right option to book if your hotel is outside Stone Town.This option includes hotel transfer in Zanzibar island.

Pickup included
With Transfer from Stone Town

from Stone Town only: If your hotel is located outside of Stone town kindly book the right option which is Transfer from Anywhere

Pickup included
With Meeting Point