Dhow Cruises in Zanzibar at a glance
- Our pick: Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbank, US$ 162 per person (9h, 4.97★ · 31).
- Best value: Tumbatu Island Snorkeling Tour: Two Reefs, Traditional Dhow, US$ 77 per person (4h, 5.00★ · 27).
- Shortest: Sunset dhow cruise Stone Town: Sailing & live music, US$ 90 per person (3h, 5.00★ · only 1 review).
Price per person across the 13 options priced per person: US$ 35–US$ 242 (median US$ 135). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 13.
Of the 13 options: 13 with live guides in English, 13 with free cancellation, 13 with instant confirmation, 7 with hotel pickup, 12 kid-friendly, 10 private and 8 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Dhow Cruises in Zanzibar
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
13 options
Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbank Sail 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 available · All ages ★ 4.97 (31 reviews) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 162 per person
Snorkeling Mnemba Island from Zanzibar: Dhow boat with lunch Snorkel Mnemba Island's coral reefs and colorful fish from a traditional dhow. Swim with dolphins, enjoy fresh seafood lunch aboard, and return to Zanzibar at sunset. Every day · 09:00 · All ages ★ 4.92 (225 reviews) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 150 per person
Tumbatu Island Snorkeling Tour: Two Reefs, Traditional Dhow Sail from Kendwa beach to Tumbatu Island on a traditional dhow with two snorkeling stops, fresh fruit and drinks included. Every day · 08:00 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 5.00 (27 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 77 per person
Private Safari Blue Tour Zanzibar: Sandbank, Snorkeling & Lunch Book 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 available · All ages ★ 3.86 (7 reviews) Duration: 8h–9h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 135 per person
Snorkeling in Fumba: Dhow Safari to Menai Bay & Blue Lagoon Sail a wooden dhow from Fumba fishing village to snorkel Menai Bay's coral reefs, swim at Kwale Island, and relax in the Blue Lagoon with lunch and gear provided. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (9 reviews) Duration: 8h–9h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · PL +2 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 140 per person
Zanzibar dolphins, turtles & sunset dhow tour: Swim with dolphins and turtles Swim with green sea turtles at Baraka Aquarium, chase dolphins by motorized boat from Matemwe, and sail a traditional dhow at sunset in Nungwi with lunch. Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 115 per person
Snorkeling at Mnemba Island from Kendwa: Luxury Dhow & Lunch Nine-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 review) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 242 per person
Safari Blue Zanzibar: Private Dhow Tour with Dolphins Private full-day dhow tour from Fumba village through Menai Bay Conservation Area with snorkeling, dolphin spotting. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Sunset dhow cruise Stone Town: Sailing & live music Sail from Stone Town on a traditional wooden dhow at sunset, listening to live Zanzibar music while the crew serves canapés and drinks over three hours on the water. Every day · 17:00 · From age 7 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 90 per person
Zanzibar snorkeling & sandbank day trip: Dhow sailing with seafood lunch Dhow 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 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Snorkeling in Fumba: Dhow Sailing with Sandbank Picnic Six to eight hours snorkeling at Kwale coral reef and a sandbank, then seafood lunch on Kwale Island with a jungle walk and mangrove swim. Every day · 09:00 ★ 4.50 (2 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 123 per person
Private Dinner on Nakupenda Sandbank, Zanzibar Three hours on Zanzibar's Nakupenda Sandbank: sail by dhow at sunset, swim in turquoise water, then eat fresh seafood dinner served just for you as the light fades. Every day · 15:30 · From age 5 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 150 per person
Zanzibar Dhow Sunset Cruise: Traditional Sailing at Nungwi Sail 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 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 35 per person
The top 12 of 13 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snorkeling Zanzibar: Private Dhow sail to Mnemba sandbankOur pickPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 162 per person | 9h | 4.97★ · 31 | Every day · 09:00 | English |
| Tumbatu Island Snorkeling Tour: Two Reefs, Traditional DhowBest valuePrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 77 per person | 4h | 5.00★ · 27 | Every day · 08:00 | English |
| Sunset dhow cruise Stone Town: Sailing & live musicShortestGroup of up to 15 | US$ 90 per person | 3h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 17:00 | English |
| Snorkeling Mnemba Island from Zanzibar: Dhow boat with lunchPrivate | US$ 150 per person | 9h | 4.92★ · 225 | Every day · 09:00 | English |
| Private Safari Blue Tour Zanzibar: Sandbank, Snorkeling & LunchPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 135 per person | 8h–9h | 3.86★ only 7 reviews | Every day · 08:00 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Snorkeling in Fumba: Dhow Safari to Menai Bay & Blue LagoonPickup offered | US$ 140 per person | 8h–9h | 5.00★ only 9 reviews | Every day · 08:00 | English, German, Spanish +3 |
| Zanzibar dolphins, turtles & sunset dhow tour: Swim with dolphins and turtlesPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 115 per person | 8h | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | Every day · No fixed time | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Snorkeling at Mnemba Island from Kendwa: Luxury Dhow & LunchPrivate | US$ 242 per person | 9h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 09:30 | English, German, Spanish +1 |
| Safari Blue Zanzibar: Private Dhow Tour with DolphinsPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 120 per person | 8h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 08:00 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Zanzibar snorkeling & sandbank day trip: Dhow sailing with seafood lunchPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 160 per person | 8h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · 08:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Snorkeling in Fumba: Dhow Sailing with Sandbank PicnicPrivate | US$ 123 per person | 6h–8h | 4.50★ only 2 reviews | Every day · 09:00 | English |
| Private Dinner on Nakupenda Sandbank, ZanzibarPrivate | US$ 150 per person | 3h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 15:30 | English, German, French +1 |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (1): Sunset dhow cruise Stone Town: Sailing & live music (US$ 90 per person)
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