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Spend a day between a temporary coral sandbank and a classic dhow as Stone Town fades into the horizon. Snorkel reefs, picnic on powder-white sand at low tide, then watch the Indian Ocean swallow the sun.
Spend a day between a temporary coral sandbank and a classic dhow as Stone Town fades into the horizon. Snorkel reefs, picnic on powder-white sand at low tide, then watch the Indian Ocean swallow the sun.
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Operated by Zan Archipelago Tours & Safaris · Stone Town, Zanzibar (Unguja)
You step off the narrow streets of Stone Town into salt air and teak—dhows creak as they turn toward the open channel, the city’s coral-stone skyline shrinking behind you.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable walking on uneven sand and entering/exiting small boats.
Most departures meet in Stone Town near the House of Wonders/Forodhani Park; pickups from nearby hotels are often included.
Yes—operators typically provide masks, snorkels, and life jackets on request; you may prefer to bring your own for fit.
Yes—life jackets are available and much of the sandbank is shallow, but basic comfort in the water is recommended.
No—the sandbank’s size depends on tide; operators schedule visits to coincide with low tide but exposure varies with conditions.
Stone Town’s waterfront reflects centuries of Swahili and Omani maritime trade; dhows are a living link to those trading routes.
Coral reefs around Nakupenda are vulnerable to anchor damage and sunscreen chemicals—choose operators who use mooring spots and promote reef-safe practices.
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