Safari Blue Tour
A full-day ocean adventure aboard a traditional wooden dhow, exploring pristine sandbanks, coral reefs, and tropical islands.
Tour Overview
This full-day excursion typically begins after breakfast, with a drive from your hotel to Fumba village, located on the southwest coast of Zanzibar. From there, you'll board a traditional wooden dhow boat and sail into the protected waters of Menai Bay — a designated Conservation Area.
Safari Blue is widely considered the most beautiful ocean excursion in Zanzibar. You'll swim in crystal-clear lagoons, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, visit a stunning sandbank, and feast on a freshly prepared seafood lunch served under the shade of tropical trees.
What to Expect
- Sail on a traditional wooden dhow through Menai Bay
- Snorkel among colorful coral reefs and tropical fish
- Visit Kwale Island — climb an ancient baobab tree
- Relax on a pristine white-sand sandbank
- Swim in turquoise lagoons with natural sea swings
- Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood lunch (lobster, prawns, fish, calamari)
- Tropical fruit tasting — pineapple, watermelon, coconut
Itinerary
Full Day Ocean Safari
Hotel pickup at 8:30 AM. Drive to Fumba. Board dhow, sail to Menai Bay. Snorkel at coral garden. Visit Kwale Island, climb baobab tree. Seafood lunch on the sandbank. Sail back, arrive at hotel by 5:00 PM.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Traditional dhow boat with experienced crew
- Snorkeling equipment and life jackets
- Seafood lunch with drinks and tropical fruits
- All park fees and conservation charges