ZANZIBAR · TOUR DETAILS

Nakupenda Sandbank & Ocean Picnic

Sail out from Stone Town for a tide-timed sandbank visit, a guided swim when conditions allow and a simple island-style picnic.

Duration
4–6 hours · tide dependent
Starts
Stone Town seafront
Finishes
Stone Town
Travel style
Shared boat · sandbank picnic

Destination and activity photographs. Credits: lazyweaver / CC BY 3.0 · Thomas Fuhrmann / CC BY-SA 4.0. Full sources & licences

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THE PLAN

Your itinerary

Stone TownNakupenda sandbankOcean picnic
DepartureMeet on the Stone Town seafront

Meet at the agreed embarkation point. Your crew checks tides and sea conditions, gives the safety briefing and supplies life jackets.

SandbankA morning on the Indian Ocean

Cross to the exposed sandbank at a suitable tide. Take time by the water and choose a supervised swim only if conditions and your ability allow it. Shade is limited.

Picnic & returnLunch, then back to town

Enjoy the agreed seafood, chicken or vegetarian picnic and return before the sandbank is submerged. The captain may shorten or relocate the visit when tides or weather require it.

YOUR TRIP ARRANGEMENTS

What’s included

The itinerary below is the starting plan. Your written quote confirms the services for your dates and group.

Planned inclusions

  • Shared return boat from Stone Town, crew and life jackets
  • Applicable marine access charges for the confirmed route
  • Picnic lunch, seasonal fruit and drinking water

Not included

  • Hotel transfers and accommodation
  • Travel insurance, tips and personal purchases
  • Activities or meals not listed

GOOD TO KNOW

Practical details

The sandbank is tidal; timing and time on the sand vary. There is no permanent island landing facility. Tell David about swimming ability, seafood allergies and dietary needs. Snorkelling is only included if specifically written into the quote.

Tell me about food preferences, walking pace and access needs when you enquire. We’ll agree any changes to the route and price before you confirm.

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Make this trip yours.

Share your hotel or arrival point and the activities you’re interested in. We’ll arrange a day or stay around the coast, tides and your travel dates.

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