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Spend a full day aboard a traditional Arab dhow sailing to sandbanks, snorkeling clear reefs, and walking to a centuries-old baobab on Kwale Island. This Blue Safari blends hands-on local maritime culture with accessible snorkeling and a seafood lunch.
Spend a full day aboard a traditional Arab dhow sailing to sandbanks, snorkeling clear reefs, and walking to a centuries-old baobab on Kwale Island. This Blue Safari blends hands-on local maritime culture with accessible snorkeling and a seafood lunch.
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The dhow slips away from the pier and a wide, clean horizon opens: wind against canvas, turquoise water lifting the hull. You trade the island’s stone streets for salt on your lips and an easy, sunlit rhythm—stops on a sandbank for snorkeling, a seafood lunch under a lean tree, and a walk to a centuries-old baobab that watches over Kwale Island.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels—basic mobility to climb aboard, stand on sandbanks, and snorkel for short periods.
Yes—basic snorkeling gear is included, but you may prefer to bring a mask or fins that fit you better.
The tour is approximately 8 hours and typically includes hotel pickup/drop‑off, snorkeling, lunch, bottled water, and a guided visit to Kwale Island.
Children can join; infants must sit on an adult’s lap. Confirm age and safety arrangements when booking.
The operator may cancel for bad weather; you should be eligible for a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before departure per the policy.
Dhow sailing is part of the Swahili coast’s maritime heritage; wooden dhows were used for centuries to move people and goods between East Africa, Arabia, and India.
Avoid touching coral, use reef‑safe sunscreen, and follow your guide’s instructions to minimize impact on fragile reef habitats.
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