Sunset Dhow Cruise
A relaxed late-afternoon sail on a traditional wooden dhow as the sun drops. Shared departures run from Stone Town and the north coast, and private charters can be arranged anywhere, with a chilled drink, snacks and, if you want, a proposal set-up on board.
Duration
About 2 hours
Format
Shared or private
Departs
Stone Town, Nungwi, Kendwa or your beach area for private charters
About this tour
A relaxed late-afternoon sail on a traditional wooden dhow as the sun drops. Shared departures run from Stone Town and the north coast, and private charters can be arranged anywhere, with a chilled drink, snacks and, if you want, a proposal set-up on board.
Highlights
- Traditional dhow under sail
- Sunset over the Indian Ocean
- Drinks and snacks on board
- Private charter and proposal set-ups available
A typical day
- 16:30Meet at the beach or jetty
- 17:00Set sail with drinks served on board
- 18:15Sunset from the water
- 18:45Return to shore
What's included
- Dhow and crew
- Soft drinks and snacks
- Life jackets
Not included
- Alcohol unless requested in advance
- Transfers from distant areas unless requested
- Tips
Good to know
- · Sailing times shift through the year with the sunset.
- · Private charters can include a chef-prepared dinner on the beach afterwards.
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