Nakupenda Sandbank Picnic – Full Day Combo Trip

Duration

1 Day

Physical Rating

Easy

Minimum Age

16 Years +

Starting From

$75.00

*Starting prices are listed per person in USD.

Destination Highlights

Zanzibar

Trip Overview

This full day excursion includes snorkelling for everyone! Start your day by visiting the historical Prison Island. There, tour a prison once used as quarantine, befriend an Aldabra Tortoise and enjoy the panorama of Stone town viewed from an island!

After that, it’s time to relax on the white sands of the Pange Sandbank and soak up the Zanzibar sun. Admire the breathtaking view of the turquoise waters that surround you and the birds that loom up above.

Highlights

  • Combo trip: visit Prison Island & relax at Nakupenda Sandbank
  • Snorkel around coral reefs with tropical fish
  • Relax on a white-sand bank in the middle of the ocean
  • Enjoy a fresh seafood BBQ lunch with drinks and fruit
  • Birdwatching and swimming in crystal waters
  • Perfect full-day getaway from Stone Town

Full Itinerary

Best time to visit: 

June to October: Sunny, low humidity, little to no-rain. It’s a safari high season in Tanzania mainland, making it great for a combo trip

December to Mid-March: Hot and sunny with occasional short showers – whale shark’s sightings are more likely on this time near Mnemba and Mafia Island

Day 1: Nakupenda Sandbank Picnic – Full Day Combo Trip

Depart Stone Town at 09:00 am, by boat to Prison Island. This experience combines marine adventure with barefoot island bliss. Start with a visit to nearby Prison Island for snorkeling and a close-up look at the tortoise sanctuary. Then cruise to Nakupenda, a pristine white sandbank surrounded by endless blue. Here, at 12:00 pm, a grilled seafood lunch awaits, featuring lobster, octopus, calamari, and tropical fruits. There’s time to swim, nap on the sand, explore shallow waters, or simply enjoy the serenity before heading back toward Stone Town at 15:30 hrs, with the sun at your back.

Meals included: Seafood Lunch with fruits and soft drinks

Planning

To make your trip planning easier, we’ve prepared a simple list of what’s included in your tour package and what’s not. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect, and you can make any additional arrangements ahead of time for a smooth and enjoyable journey!

Includes

  • Boat transfer
  • Entrance fee
  • Tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Seafood BBQ Lunch with fruits and soft drinks
  • Snorkelling gears
  • Government taxes

Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • Tropical doctor
  • Tipping
  • Bank charges for money transfers
  • All things of personal nature
  • Any increase of government taxes/ fees