Half-Day Dhow Sailing Tour to Tumbatu Island with snorkeling

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Experience all shades of the blue ocean. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Plenty of space to lounge and relax on board. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We are a family-run business providing a high-end sailing experience on traditional Dhow sailing boats. We are proudly Tanzanian-made with a focus on sustainability.

Our trip starts in the morning from Kendwa beach, sailing out and straight over the sea ahead of us towards the neighbouring island of Tumbatu. Given proximity we will have a short transfer over and reach Tumbatu after around 45 min. We will anchor in a tranquil spot for you to take your first jump into the water to enjoy some swimming and snorkelling. During that time our team will prepare a variety of snacks and fruit for you to enjoy afterwards. You can lounge on deck, enjoy the views together with some cool drinks.

We will then continue our journey towards a second snorkel nearby, which offers again possibility for swimming and snorkeling. Tumbatu is well known for being less frequented by tourists and a peaceful environment with a wonderful reef. We will start our sail back to Kendwa shortlz before lunch.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Zanzibar Dhow

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic beverages: Included are two beers per Person or Wine
Included: Including free pickup service by our driver from any location within Kendwa or Nungwi
Included: Carbonated beverages: Included are water, soft drinks and fresh coconuts
Included: We serve fresh fruits and snacks for the break at Tumbatu
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Not inluded are tipps and thanks for the crew

Itinerary

Tumbatu Island

3 hours Admission included

You will be able to swim and snorkel at the Reef in front of Tumbatu Island. We have several beautiful spots where we can anchor the boat and you can explore the underwater world. Since Tumbatu is less frequented then other places around Zanzibar, you will find this to be really peaceful place with hardly any other touristic boats.

We will also have a break for some lounging and relaxation on the boat and for you to enjoy some drinks, snacks and soak up the beautiful nature around you.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

Our boats are usually parked at Kendwa Beach in front of Mano Restaurant and Apa Divers.

We are happy to discuss the exact meeting spot with you the day before your booked departure.

End point

Our boats are usually parked at Kendwa Beach in front of Mano Restaurant and Apa Divers.

We are happy to discuss the exact meeting spot with you the day before your booked departure.

Pickup points

Zanzibar Rabbit Houses by Swahili Smile Luxury Guesthouse
Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel
Sansi Kendwa Beach Zanzibar
Villa Vanilla Kendwa
Kendwa Lodge
Zuri Zanzibar
Sunseabar Beach Hotel
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
Kendwa Cool and Calm Hotel limited
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Tropicana Kendwa Beach Hotel

and 12 more pickup points

We offer free pickup service by our driver from any location in Kendwa or Nungwi. Should you require transportation from a location farther away we are happy to arrange this for you at additional charge. Don't hesitate to chat with us directly.