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Changuu Island boat tour: Giant tortoises and snorkelingBoat tour to Changuu Island (Prison Island) with hotel pickup from Stone Town, giant Aldabra tortoises, snorkeling and guide.Every day · 09:30 and 12:30 · Pickup optional · From age 4★ 4.03 (64)3hEN · DE · IT · FR✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Zanzibar Prison Island & Nakupenda Beach Boat Tour30-minute boat ride from Stone Town to Changuu Island with snorkeling, beach time, and hotel pickup included. Small groups, professional guide, all fees covered.Every day · First departure 08:30, last 17:30 · From age 3★ 4.62 (26)7hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 70per person
Zanzibar boat cruise snorkeling Bawe island & Nyange sandbankCruise from Stone Town past UNESCO architecture to Bawe island for snorkeling, then drift to Nyange sandbank where grilled fresh fish and fruit await on the sand.Mon, Thu and Sat · First departure 08:00, last 10:00 · Pickup optional★ 4.95 (19)4h–6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Tumbatu Island Snorkeling Tour: Two Reefs, Traditional DhowSail from Kendwa beach to Tumbatu Island on a traditional dhow with two snorkeling stops, fresh fruit and drinks included.Every day · 08:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 5.00 (27)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbankSail a traditional Dhow from Kendwa beach to Mnemba's reef and sandbank where you'll snorkel, spot dolphins, and enjoy fresh seafood lunch cooked on board.Every day · 09:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.96 (27)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 180per person
Stone Town Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Private Zanzibar SailingSail past islands off Stone Town on Zanzibar's largest catamaran from 3–6 pm with complimentary beer, wine, snacks and swimming stops included.Every day · 15:00 · All ages★ 5.00 (26)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Nakupenda Sandbank day trip: Private boat & seafood lunchBoat trip from Stone Town to Nakupenda Sandbank in Zanzibar with professional captain, seafood lunch, tropical fruits and soft drinks included.Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 · Pickup optional · Up to age 85★ 4.69 (16)6h–7hEN · DE · IT · FR✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
Snorkeling Zanzibar: Mnemba Island, Nungwi Village & Sea TurtlesSnorkel Mnemba Island's coral reefs, explore Nungwi Village's fishing traditions, and meet endangered sea turtles at Baraka Natural Aquarium.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 08:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 5.00 (10)7hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 160per person
Private Safari Blue Tour Zanzibar: Sandbank, Snorkeling & LunchBook a private Safari Blue tour from Fumba Village. Sail by dhow, snorkel clear waters, enjoy seafood lunch on a sandbank, and visit Kwale Island.Every day · 08:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 3.86 (7)8h–9hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 135per person
Zanzibar snorkeling & sandbank day trip: Dhow sailing with seafood lunchDhow sailing from Zanzibar with snorkeling at coral reefs, swimming on a sandbank, and grilled seafood lunch. Includes equipment, transport and fees.Every day · 08:30 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (2)8hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 160per person
Zanzibar snorkeling day trip: BBQ seafood on Kwale IslandSafari Blue tour from Zanzibar includes private pickup, snorkeling, tropical fruit, and seafood lunch on a traditional boat exploring coral reefs.Every day · 09:00 · From age 10★ 5.00 (2)6h–7hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Snorkeling at Mnemba Island from Kendwa: Luxury Dhow & LunchNine-hour snorkeling adventure from Kendwa on a traditional dhow with dolphin spotting, reef exploration, gourmet seafood lunch and sunset sail back to shore.Every day · 09:30 · From age 4★ 5.00 (1)9hEN · DE · IT · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 242per person
Zanzibar to Selous Safari: Game Drive, Walking & BoatTwo-day safari from Zanzibar into Nyerere National Park with game drive, walking safari, and boat safari. Includes flights, lodge, meals, and guides.Every day · From age 52dEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 1,479per person
Zanzibar Dhow Sunset Cruise: Traditional Sailing at NungwiSail a traditional dhow along Zanzibar's northern coast at sunset with a live guide, tropical fruit and water included: four hours watching the sky change color from the water.Every day · 15:30 · From age 4★ 3.97 (29)4hEN · FR✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 35per person
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✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changuu Island boat tour: Giant tortoises and snorkelingOur pick | US$ 85 per person | 3h | 4.03★ · 64 | Every day · 09:30 and 12:30 | English, German, French +1 |
| Zanzibar boat cruise snorkeling Bawe island & Nyange sandbankBest value | US$ 55 per person | 4h–6h | 4.95★ · 19 | Mon, Thu and Sat · First departure 08:00, last 10:00 | English |
| Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbankPrivate option | US$ 180 per person | 9h | 4.96★ · 27 | Every day · 09:00 | English |
| Zanzibar Prison Island & Nakupenda Beach Boat Tour | US$ 70 per person | 7h | 4.62★ · 26 | Every day · First departure 08:30, last 17:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Tumbatu Island Snorkeling Tour: Two Reefs, Traditional Dhow | US$ 69 per person | 4h | 5.00★ · 27 | Every day · 08:00 | English |
| Stone Town Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Private Zanzibar Sailing | US$ 130 per person | 3h | 5.00★ · 26 | Every day · 15:00 | English |
| Nakupenda Sandbank day trip: Private boat & seafood lunch | US$ 120 per person | 6h–7h | 4.69★ · 16 | Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 | English, German, French +1 |
| Snorkeling Zanzibar: Mnemba Island, Nungwi Village & Sea Turtles | US$ 160 per person | 7h | 5.00★ · 10 | Every day · First departure 08:00, last 08:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Private Safari Blue Tour Zanzibar: Sandbank, Snorkeling & Lunch | US$ 135 per person | 8h–9h | 3.86★ only 7 reviews | Every day · 08:00 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Zanzibar snorkeling & sandbank day trip: Dhow sailing with seafood lunch | US$ 160 per person | 8h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · 08:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Zanzibar snorkeling day trip: BBQ seafood on Kwale Island | US$ 90 per person | 6h–7h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · 09:00 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Snorkeling at Mnemba Island from Kendwa: Luxury Dhow & Lunch | US$ 242 per person | 9h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 09:30 | English, German, Spanish +1 |
Boat Tours in Zanzibar at a glance
- Our pick: Changuu Island boat tour: Giant tortoises and snorkeling, US$ 85 (3h, 4.03★ · 64).
- Best value: Zanzibar boat cruise snorkeling Bawe island & Nyange sandbank, US$ 55 (4h–6h, 4.95★ · 19).
- Private option: Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbank, US$ 180 (9h, 4.96★ · 27).
Real price per person across the 14 options: US$ 35–US$ 1,479 (median US$ 120).
Of the 14 options: 14 with free cancellation, 13 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup, 11 kid-friendly, 4 private and 9 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
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