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Simba Pride Safaris

Dhow sunset cruise

Water · Zanzibar

golden hourDhow sunset cruise

A wooden sail, a cold drink and the Indian Ocean turning copper.

  • 2 hourstakes
  • All yearbest
  • $40from, per person
  • Up to 12, or privategroup
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How it goes

  1. 17:00Board at the beachA traditional wooden dhow with a crew of three.
  2. 17:30SailOut past the reef with the lateen sail up, drinks from the cool box.
  3. 18:20SunsetThe sky does its thing. Photos everyone.
  4. 19:00Back on the sandSometimes with drumming from the crew.
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Why we rate it

  • The classic Zanzibar evening.
  • Quiet, unhurried, beautiful.
  • Included in our island trips.
Effort
Minimum ageAll ages
Where it worksZanzibarPemba & Mafia
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What to bring

  • Light layer for the breeze
  • Camera
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Questions

Seasick?

The water inside the reef is calm.

Private?

Private dhows available for couples and families.

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