The ocean is your playground

Zanzibar is famous for white sand beaches and a pristine environment which make it a leader for ecotourism. Windsurfing and kite surfing, snorkelling, dhow cruises, kayaking, parasailing and stand up paddle boarding can all be enjoyed year round.

Sailing

Chumbe · Mnemba · Pemba Channel

Scenic Sea Safari

A cruise across the Zanzibar coast in search of sea birds and marine life.

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Wind

Paje · Jambiani

Kite Surfing

Shallow blue water, sandy bottoms and constant wind — ideal for beginners and freestylers.

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Diving

Across Zanzibar & Pemba

Scuba Diving

PADI and SSI schools, drift and deep dives from 12 to 120 metres.

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Snorkelling

Mnemba Marine Reserve

Snorkelling

Lion fish, moray eels, stingrays and turtles in the shallows of Mnemba.

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Sailing

Nungwi · Stone Town

Sunset Dhow Sailing

Sail past the fishing fleet on a traditional dhow as the sun goes down.

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Speed

North coast

Water Skiing & Wakeboarding

Calm sea for most of the year, with boats and gear suited to every level.

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Paddle

Coastal Zanzibar

Kayaking

Explore a varied coastline by two-person or single kayak, offered by many hotels.

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Aerial

Across Zanzibar

Parasailing

See the coral reef from 300 metres in the air — no experience necessary.

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Deep sea

Northern Zanzibar · Pemba Channel

Big Game Fishing

The Pemba Channel is an internationally renowned deep sea fishing ground.

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Speed

Zanzibar beaches

Jet Skiing

Ride solo or two-up across the bay, following a guide on a sightseeing run.

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Sailing

Menai Bay

Safari Blue

Sandbanks, uninhabited islets and crystal-clear turquoise water in Menai Bay.

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