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A person on a wooden boat near a sandy beach with clear water. 1
A vibrant coral reef with various fish species, including yellow and black striped fish, and a school of smaller fish swimming around. 2
A traditional wooden boat with a sail on calm water, surrounded by thatched-roof buildings and a beach. 3
A person standing next to a large tree with thick roots and branches. 4
Two individuals in blue shirts working on a boat, with a clear blue sky in the background. 5

Zanzibar: Blue Lagoon Snorkeling & Sandbank Tour with BBQ

By Ocean Blue Zanzibar
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 350 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Cruise on a traditional dhow through Zanzibar’s Menai Bay
  • Explore Kwale Island and its ancient giant baobab
  • Snorkel colorful coral reefs teeming with tropical fish
  • Swim in the Blue Lagoon surrounded by mangroves
  • Savor a fresh beachside BBQ with seafood and fruits

Activity location

    • Fumba
    • Fumba, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • M7RW+XH, Bweleo, Tanzania | The meeting point is located near the roundabout between Fumba Village and Mkunguni. For easy navigation, you can use the following GPS coordinates on Google Maps: 6°18'27.3"S 39°17'47.2"E. Look out for our Ocean Blue flag and team in Ocean Blue T-shirts — you can’t miss them!
    • Bweleo, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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Blue Lagoon Snorkeling & Sandbank Tour without Transfer

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

This option does not include hotel transfer. Please meet our team at the meeting point close to Fumba Village at 8:45 AM. The adventure will begin at 9:00 AM.

Starting time: 8:45
Price details
RM 350.03 x 1 AdultRM 350.03
Total
Price is RM 350.03

Blue Lagoon Snorkeling & Sandbank Tour with Transfer

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This full-day tour does include hotel pickup. Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pick-up at the hotel reception. Our driver will greet you and drop you off near Fumba Village to start the adventure.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 452.98 x 1 AdultRM 452.98
Total
Price is RM 452.98

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Full-day traditional dhow boat trip
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    Guided snorkeling in Menai Bay coral reefs
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    Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel)
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    Life jackets and safety equipment
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    Seasonal tropical fruits
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    Seafood BBQ lunch (lobster, octopus, calamari, fish, chicken, rice, salads)
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    Vegetarian meal (on request)
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    Soft drinks, water, and fresh juices during lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Conservation and entrance fees
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    Safety briefing in Fumba
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    French, German and Polish available on request
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    Alcoholic beverages
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    Towels
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    Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
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    Tips for crew (optional)
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    Private boat upgrade (on request)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Littering, Touching marine life
  • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, People prone to seasickness, People with back problems, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Your full-day adventure begins around 8:00 AM with a hotel pickup from all main areas in Zanzibar (if option selected). You’ll then travel close to the peaceful fishing village of Fumba, where you’ll board a traditional wooden dhow and set sail across the turquoise waters of Menai Bay, a protected marine reserve rich in marine life and island scenery.

The first stop is a dazzling sandbank, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying fresh tropical fruits. Equipped with mask, snorkel, and fins, you’ll then explore colorful coral reefs teeming with fish and marine creatures. Please note: for conservation reasons, marine life must not be touched.

Around 11:30 AM, the dhow sails to the Blue Lagoon, a hidden natural pool surrounded by mangroves. Depending on the tides, you’ll either enjoy crystal-clear swimming or admire the sandy basin revealed by the ebbing water.

Continue to Kwale Island, the highlight of the tour. Here you can marvel at a centuries-old baobab tree, relax on the beach, and enjoy a freshly prepared beachside BBQ lunch with lobster, calamari, octopus, grilled fish, chicken, rice, salads, and tropical juices. Vegetarian options are available on request.

After lunch, take time to swim in calm waters, relax beneath palm trees, or browse handmade souvenirs from local artisans.

In the late afternoon, re-board your dhow for a relaxed sail back toward Fumba. Fresh fruit and drinks are served on board as you watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean. The dhow arrives back near Fumba around 6:00 PM, with hotel drop-off provided for those who selected this option.

Location

Activity location

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    • Fumba
    • Fumba, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • M7RW+XH, Bweleo, Tanzania | The meeting point is located near the roundabout between Fumba Village and Mkunguni. For easy navigation, you can use the following GPS coordinates on Google Maps: 6°18'27.3"S 39°17'47.2"E. Look out for our Ocean Blue flag and team in Ocean Blue T-shirts — you can’t miss them!
    • Bweleo, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania