Private Stone Town & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Seafood Lunch

Experience the perfect combination of culture, history, and tropical relaxation on a private full-day tour. Walk through the historic streets of Stone Town with your dedicated guide, then cruise across the clear Indian Ocean to Nakupenda Sandbank for swimming, sunbathing, and a fresh seafood BBQ lunch on the white sand.

Explore Historic Stone Town

Discover the heritage and vibrant street life of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through winding alleyways alongside your dedicated private guide to visit iconic landmarks including the Former Slave Market at the Anglican Cathedral, the Old Fort, Forodhani Waterfront Gardens, Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, and local food markets.

Cruise to Nakupenda Sandbank & Fresh Seafood BBQ

Board your private boat for a scenic cruise to Nakupenda (“I Love You”) Sandbank, a brilliant ribbon of white sand rising out of the turquoise water. Swim in shallow ocean waters, relax under comfortable shade setups, and enjoy a freshly prepared live-charcoal seafood BBQ lunch right on the beach—featuring grilled lobster, jumbo shrimp, calamari, tuna, and octopus served with fries, salad, tropical fruits, and cold drinks (vegetarian options available upon request).

Why Guests Love This Private Tour

• 100% Private Transport, Boat & Guide: Enjoy your own private air-conditioned vehicle, dedicated boat charter, captain, and personal guide for the entire day.
• Fresh Seafood Feast Included: Savor an unlimited freshly cooked beachfront seafood BBQ lunch prepared right on the sandbank.
• All Entry Fees Included: All tickets for the Former Slave Market ($10 per person) and Nakupenda Sandbank conservation fee ($10 per person) are fully covered in your booking price.

What’s Included

• Private round-trip hotel transfers (air-conditioned vehicle) & private boat transportation
• All-inclusive Anglican Cathedral & Former Slave Market entrance fee ($10 per person included)
• All-inclusive Nakupenda Sandbank conservation fee ($10 per person included)
• Fresh seafood BBQ lunch on Nakupenda Sandbank (lobster, tuna, calamari, octopus, shrimp, fries, salad & vegetarian options)
• Fresh tropical fruit platter (watermelon, pineapple, bananas & fresh coconut)
• Chilled soft drinks (Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite, Novida) & bottled water throughout the trip
• All local government taxes, marine park fees, and service charges

What To Bring

• Swimwear, beach towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and a sun hat
• Comfortable walking shoes or sandals for Stone Town and sandy walks
• Modest clothing for Stone Town streets (covering shoulders and knees is recommended)
• Camera or smartphone for photos
• Small amount of cash for optional souvenirs or tipping

Tour Confirmation

A confirmation email will be sent automatically once your payment is successfully processed.

Pickup and Drop-off

• Stone Town: Free direct pickup and drop-off at all hotels located in Stone Town.
• Other Areas: Transfer options available for hotels across all other regions of Zanzibar (Nungwi, Kendwa, Kiwengwa, Paje, Jambiani, etc.).

Refund & Cancellation Policy

• If you paid in full, you may cancel up to 24 hours before your scheduled pickup time to receive a full refund minus the non-refundable 5% DPO payment processing fee.
• Please note: 20% booking deposits are strictly non-refundable.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to pickup time are non-refundable.
• To request a cancellation, please contact us via WhatsApp at +255 776 120205 or email: [email protected].