About this experience
Sail from Fumba aboard a traditional wooden dhow and discover the beautiful Menai Bay Conservation Area, with tropical islands, coral reefs and sandbanks surrounded by turquoise waters.
Enjoy snorkelling, swimming and time on a sandbank, followed by a seafood lunch with tropical fruits and drinks. A natural lagoon visit may be possible depending on sea and weather conditions.
Tour highlights
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Traditional dhow boat experience
- Menai Bay Conservation Area
- Snorkelling and swimming
- Beautiful sandbank visit
- Natural lagoon experience, depending on conditions
- Seafood lunch
- Tropical fruits and drinks
Your tour programme
Your itinerary
- 01
Hotel pickup & departure from Fumba
Your journey begins with hotel pickup and transfer to Fumba, where you will board a traditional wooden dhow boat.
- 02
Menai Bay, snorkelling & sandbank
Sail across the beautiful Menai Bay Conservation Area, discovering stunning ocean scenery, tropical islands and beautiful sandbanks.
Enjoy snorkelling in selected coral reef areas, swim in the warm Indian Ocean and relax on a beautiful sandbank surrounded by turquoise waters.
- 03
Lagoon & seafood lunch
Depending on sea and weather conditions, explore a natural lagoon and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch with tropical fruits and drinks.
- 04
Return by dhow
Return by boat after a memorable day exploring Zanzibar’s beautiful marine environment, then transfer back to your hotel.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Traditional dhow boat excursion
- Snorkelling and swimming stops
- Sandbank visit
- Natural lagoon visit when conditions allow
- Seafood lunch
- Tropical fruits and drinks
- Menai Bay marine conservation fees
Extras & personal expenses
- Personal expenses and any extras not listed in your confirmed booking
Important information
The itinerary may vary depending on tides and weather conditions. Please inform us in advance about any dietary requirements.
The little details
Pickup
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with a transfer to the dhow departure point at Fumba. Confirm your hotel and pickup time with Layza.
