Safari Blue Day Tour
A full-day sea trip by traditional dhow in Zanzibar’s Menai Bay. Snorkel clear reefs, relax on a white-sand sandbank, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on an island. Easy pace, family friendly, with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Itinerary
Itinerary (sample timing)
08:00–09:00 Hotel pickup → drive to the pier (Fumba or similar).
09:30 Safety briefing and board the dhow (life jackets provided).
10:00 First snorkel stop with a guide; masks, fins, and flotation provided.
11:30 Sandbank time: swim, relax, fresh fruit tasting.
12:30 Sail to the island (Kwale or similar).
13:00 Seafood barbecue lunch (veg options on request), soft drinks.
14:30 Mangrove lagoon visit (if tides allow) or second snorkel/swim.
16:00–17:00 Sail back to the pier → transfer to your hotel.
Drop-off; tour ends.
(Times and stops can change with tides and sea conditions.)
Hotel transfers in Zanzibar (there-and-back)
Traditional dhow boat, crew, and English-speaking guide
Snorkeling gear (mask, fins) and life jackets
Seafood barbecue lunch (veg option on request)
Soft drinks and seasonal fruit
Marine area fees where required
Flights or ferry to/from Zanzibar
Travel insurance
Alcoholic drinks
Personal expenses and optional photos/videos
Tips for crew and guide
What to bring
Swimsuit, towel, hat, sunglasses
Reef-safe sunscreen, sandals/water shoes
Small waterproof bag for phone/camera
Good to know: Non-swimmers are welcome—your guide can provide flotation and a short lesson. Mangrove lagoon stop depends on the tide; we plan the day around the best conditions.