Activities

Zanzibar Sunset Dhow Cruise

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$40.96

Free cancellation

Language: English

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Duration: 2 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Experience the Northern tip of Zanzibar while cruising over the blue ocean water
Sail on an authentic traditional wooden dhow boat into a romantic sunset
Watch the sun dip below the horizon with a cold drink and some light snacks

What to expect

The best way to experience the glorious Zanzibar sunset, is on a traditional wooden dhow with the wind in your sail and a glass of wine in your hand as you cruise along watching the setting sun cast gold and amber hues on the North Zanzibar coast.

Whether you would like a romantic moment with your partner or just a fun evening with family or friends, this experience is perfect for any occasion.

The Sunset Cruise runs for about 2 hours and departs from Kendwa and goes up and down the coastline, where you can crack open a beer or have a glass of wine as the sun dips below the horizon and the boat leisurely sails back.

What's included

Water
Snacks
Beer
Soft drinks
Wine
Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
Sailboat cruise

Where

Meeting point:

Pickup is available from North Coast hotels only (Nungwi and Kendwa).

What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

The transfers are included in the price from the North Coast hotels only (Nungwi and Kendwa). An additional transport fee applies if you stay in other areas in Zanzibar. 120 USD from South coast, 80 USD from North East coast hotels (minimum 2 persons) to be paid in cash on-site

Know in advance:

After booking, you will receive the contact info of the local operator to confirm the pickup time and location
Infants up to 3 years are free of charge

Remember to bring:

Please bring your sunscreen, goggles, and flip-flops

Provider

Fisherman Tours & Travel Ltd.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Molly
From Germany - March 2025

Traveled with a group of friends

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Transfer zum Boot war alles gut organisiert
Ilona
From United States of America - March 2025

Traveled as a couple

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5
Donald
From United Kingdom - March 2025

Traveled as a couple

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
4/5

Cruise was laid back and enjoyable. Would liked to have known that we would have no toilet for the duration and also that we would have to go thigh de ...
Brabo
From United States of America - January 2025

Traveled as a couple

45 - 54 years old

Great
Overall rated
3/5

Volgens de beschrijving zouden we ook kunnen snorkelen? De benodigde spullen zouden aan boord zijn. Er was niets aan boord, hebben dus alleen een beet ...
Patricia
From United States of America - February 2024

Traveled as a couple

35 - 44 years old

Average
Overall rated
3/5

Het begon al met de hosstes die zeg lopen naar de plek. En vervolgens staat er op ons voucher u worst opgepikt..a fijn wij kozen lopen. Vervolgens een ...
Cissi
From United States of America - January 2024

Traveled with family

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Jättefint bemötande av de som seglade båten, gott snacks och olika drycker. Fantastiskt vackert. En härlig upplevelse. Dock inget stopp för snorkling ...

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