Exclusive private full-day Dhow sail & snorkel Mnemba sandbank
Description
We are a family-run business providing a high-end sailing experience on traditional Dhow sailing boats. We are proudly Tanzanian-made with a focus on sustainability. Our trip will start in the morning from Kendwa beach, sailing along the north coast of Zanzibar, making our way over to the neighbouring island of Mnemba. Arriving shortly before lunch, you will anchor in a nice spot to hop off and snorkel while our team cooks your lunch fresh on board. If we are lucky, we get to watch dolphins on the way. After lunch we will stop on the Mnemba sandbank for some lounging and make our way back to Kendwa in the afternoon, in time for sunset accompanied by some more snacks and drinks on board.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our trip is a full day sail to the Mnemba sandbank with stop on the sandbank for lounging and pictures. We will also anchor at nearby reef for some great snorkeling and swimming. In addition guests will have a high chance to see dolphins in the area which is a great experience to watch them in their natural habitat. We treat these animals with the respect they deserve - no chasing! We cannot guarantee that the dolphins will be there, but have a high probability to see them at some point throughout the sail.
We will sail along the north coast of Zanzibar allowing for a unique view from ocean side towards the island. Discover what some call the Maldives of Africa with crystal-clear waters, all shades of blue on board of a traditional Dhow Sailing boat which can only be found at the coast of East Africa.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Booking your trip with us includes free taxi pickup from any location in Kendwa or Nungwi. Outside of these we can arrange for taxi service at additional charge by our driver. Departure is from our main anchor spot at Kendwa Beach.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for small children below 2 years
Reviews(23)
We had an absolutely amazing day with Zanzibar Dhow Company on the Mnemba Island trip! Everything was perfect from start to finish. The crystal-clear waters around Mnemba were absolutely breathtaking, and swimming with the dolphins was an unforgettable experience. The barbecue on the boat was also delicious and made the day even more special. A huge thank you to the entire crew, Sultan, Said, Linah and Nice. They were all incredibly friendly, attentive, professional and fun throughout the whole trip. They took great care of us, made sure we were comfortable and were always there with a smile. You could really tell that they cared about making the experience special for their guests. This was definitely one of the highlights of our time in Zanzibar. Beautiful places, amazing food, dolphins, crystal-clear water and, most importantly, an incredible crew. We highly recommend Zanzibar Dhow Company and would definitely choose them again! Thank you, Sultan, Said, Linah and Nice, for such a memorable day!
Thabit (Cronixx) was our guide and cook. He prepared an excellent and delicious meal for us. He is very knowledgeable and kind. He made the experience exceptional! Captain Ally, Captain Khamis and Abdullah our driver to the excursion were also very attentive and exceptional. This crews kindness, and charming aura is what made our trip memorble. So glad we chose this company for our all day Dhow experience in Zanzibar. Asanteni sana to all.
Thanks for much for the trust in sailing with us and for taking the time to write this very kind review. We really appreciate it and it made the day for the whole team! Have a wonderful rest of your time in Zanzibar and we hope to welcome you back on board with us in the future!
Classy, everything was perfect; I highly recommend!!!
Many thanks for your trust in sailing with us and the kind review. We really appreciate it and hope to welcome you back on board in the future!
Sultan, Said and Jumah provided a wonderful and relaxing experience. They picked us up by boat directly from our resort. The meal was absolutely delicious and authentic. All 3 had great personalities and provided a great vibe. Also, the boat had a sundeck directly on top if you wanted to sun tan. Highly recommend!
Thanks so so much for the wonderful feedback and kind words. We are so grateful to read this and have really enjoyed having you on board. We hope to welcome you back in the future and send you lots of greetings from the whole crew until then!
Mjumbe, Sultan and Dullah organised the most incredible trip for me and my sister to Mnemba Island. Dullah arranged transport from the hotel to the dhow in Kendwa. He was right on time, the van is fresh and tidy and he drives safely. The dhow had many fresh and clean pillows and felt comfortable. There were more then enough icecold drinks, as well as delicious white wine and beer, which are and all included. We were chilling in the clear blue ocean while Mjumbe, Sultan and Dullah started preparing a delicious fresh lunch. We ate fresh lobster, vegetable curry, chicken, guacamole, salad and much more. After lunch we went to Mnemba coralreef to go snorkeling. We saw hundreds of fish in the most beautifull colors. Flippers and snorkling gear is offered by the crew. After that we started sailing back towards Kendwa where we watched sunset and enjoyed fresh coconut. We had the most amazing day, one never to forget. The crew is so friendly and doing their best effort to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Mnemba Island is heaven on earth
Everything is perfect, well organized, very well eaten with an incredible view of a turquoissseee blue lagoon and a dive on a coral reef!
Merci beaucoup pour!!! We really appreciate the trust in sailing with us and for taking the time to write the review. Your feedback made our day and we really hope to welcome you back on board with us in the future! Many greetings from the whole team!
We were very welll taken care of. The food was the best I had. The captain & tour guide were wonderful as well
Thanks so so much for trusting us with your booking and for taking the time to write this review. It makes us so happy to read your feedback and we hope to welcome you back on board with us in the future!!! Many greetings from the whole team!
We had a wonderful snorkeling trip to Mnemba Island , Captain Mjumbe was professional and experienced, and the crew especially Wendy and Minje were friendly, helpful, and full of positive energy. The snorkeling was beautiful, with clear water and colorful marine life, including zebra fish. Everything was well organized and relaxing from start to finish. Highly recommended — a true highlight of our Zanzibar trip!
We’re really enjoyed our full day tour. The staff was amazing and the food was great. An unforgettable memory. We highly recommend this company.
Many thanks for the trust in booking with us and for taking the time to write this kind review. We really appreciate the positive feedback and it fills us with pride that we were able to make this an unforgettable part of your journey to Zanzibar. Many thanks and kind regards from the whole crew!
The private Dhow tour was truly amazing and definitely the highlight of our Zanzibar vacation! From the very beginning until chasing the sunset the entire crew made sure that we had the best time! 100% recommended!
Many thanks for the trust in booking with us and for taking the time to write this kind review. We really appreciate the positive feedback and it fills us with pride that we were able to make this an unforgettable part of your journey to Zanzibar. Many thanks and kind regards from the whole crew!
