Tanzania · SUNSET DHOW CRUISES
Good sunset dhow cruises fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Watch Zanzibar’s sunset from a wooden dhow with live drumming, fresh fruit, swimming, hotel pickup, and a $19 price tag.
“The drummers and staff were the highlight. Was a good length of time on the sea. If you get seasick easily then I do not advise. The provided fruit and drinks. Just wished the people on my boat were happier. Great value for money”
Sail from Nungwi on a traditional dhow for sunset views, tropical fruit, local drumming, dancing, and an optional swim for $19.
“Lovely experience. Drummers and singers are loud if you sit near the front of the boat, so sit near the back if you have sensitive ears.”
Visit Maasai World Village, wear traditional attire, then sail Zanzibar’s coast on a shared dhow cruise with sunset views and fruit.
“It’s was very nice tour ever , we experience a lot of culture from Masai and the sunset was amazing! I really recommend it”
Review of Stone Town's $39 sunset dhow cruise, with coastal views, local snacks, music, timing, meeting point tips, and honest value advice.
“Really enjoyable time, but it lasted about 1 hour and 20 minutes, not 2 hours as advertised”
Sail Zanzibar’s Menai Bay by dhow, snorkel coral reefs, swim a mangrove lagoon, climb an old baobab, and enjoy a generous seafood lunch.
“This tour was the best ever. Driver and guide were so friendly and helpful and lots fun. Dhow ride to and from Kwale Island was a beautiful experience. Only 5 of us on the Dhow, served fresh fruit, plenty of time to swim and snorkel and eat so much BBq seafood could not finish all the lobster! Hakuna Matarta :”
Review of Nungwi’s $35 sunset dhow cruise, with beach time, music, drinks, logistics, crowd concerns, and honest value advice.
“The guide did not show up at the meeting point. When contacted, he informed us to get on a boat that the captain had not received money for our excursion. We were not allowed on the boat; cost us two cab fares and no sunset cruise.”
Sail Zanzibar’s north coast at sunset on a traditional dhow, with tropical fruit, music, sea views, and a guide for $35.
“My guide was very friendly, however, this tour is highly overpriced. This is a group boat ride with multiple other people and other groups. Booking it on this site is unnecessary because you can book it for less than half the price at your hotel or oRead more”
Cruise Zanzibar’s coast by wooden dhow, watch the Nungwi sunset, enjoy music and local snacks, and swim near the beach for $30.
“Went on a sunset cruise with Amaya Tours and Travel and honestly… 10/10 vibes. The crew was so nice, the music was good, and the whole trip felt like a mini escape. The sunset looked like it came straight off a postcard. If you’re in Zanzibar, just go. You won’t regret it.”
Review of Zanzibar’s 7-hour dhow cruise to Kwale Island, with snorkeling, a sandbank, seafood barbecue, fruit, and a 500-year-old baobab.
“My partner and I recently went on this excursion. It was a great day and well organised from start to finish. Our guide was great and also acted as our personal photographer which was a lovely gesture. The seafood bbq was fantastic. Would definitely recommend!”
Cruise Zanzibar’s Nungwi and Kendwa coast at sunset on a traditional dhow with sparkling drinks, fruit, music, dances, and swimming time.
“Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you joined our experience and hope everything met your expectations. If there’s anything we can improve for your next visit, please let us know — we’d love to welcome you again!”
Sail from Nungwi or Kendwa on a traditional dhow for a two-hour Zanzibar sunset, tropical fruit, ocean views, and a $14 price.
“Tutto era ben organizzato, l’equipaggio era gentile e la vista sull’oceano indimenticabile. Consiglio vivamente questa esperienza a chiunque visiti Zanzibar.”
Sail from Stone Town on a private traditional dhow at sunset, with island views, onboard snacks, hotel pickup, and room for your own group.
“This was definitely a waste of money. Very disappointed in this. I would not recommend this to anyone.”
Sail from Nungwi Beach on a shared traditional dhow with tropical fruit, local music, and sunset views for $30 per person.
Sail Zanzibar’s Indian Ocean at sunset from Nungwi, with a traditional dhow, local music, fresh fruit, and hotel pickup options for $14.
“Your recommendation means the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again for more adventures!”
Watch Zanzibar’s sunset from a traditional dhow with live music, local snacks, fruit, and Stone Town views on this relaxed 2-hour cruise.
“Great experience! Provided snacks, fruit and delicious white wine. The guide will answer any questions you may have. The view during the sunset is incredible, it was very atmospheric, live music and dancing along with a guide as an nicest added bonus ;)”
Pick a park, a summit or a stretch of reef.
