CATAMARAN TRIP OFFER
SAADANI SAFARI ROUTE

STONE TOWN MARINA – MENAI BAY- CHANGUU ISLAND – STONE TOWN – SAFARI SAADANI – NUNGWI – KENDWA – MNEMBA – STONE TOWN MARINA

ROUTE MAP

This route is dedicated to enthusiasts of direct contact with African nature. Safari in Saadani National Park is an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and wild adventurers! Saadani is the only National Park in Tanzania that borders directly with the Indian Ocean, making it a unique place in the world.

There will be no shortage of positive emotions, impressions, and breathtaking views during the remaining days of the cruise, as guests will step by step discover the charms of Zanzibar and explore its most beautiful corners. The historic Stone Town, picturesque Menai Bay, beautiful and touristy beaches in Nungwi and Kendwa, the paradise island of Mnemba – in short, everything that is best about Zanzibar in one trip.

Points indicate the locations and order of overnight stays. The map is not to scale

DAY 1 STONE TOWN

BREAKFAST

N/A

LUNCH

N/A

DINNER

Spicy chicken curry with Zanzibar pilau rice and salad.

  • Transfer to the marina.
  • Accommodation on the catamaran in double cabins.
  • Safety training conducted by the Captain, learning how to wear life jackets, use fire extinguishers, and discussing the rules on the catamaran.
  • Welcome and organizational evening.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 2 MENAI BAY

BREAKFAST

French Toast, Plain Toast, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

Vegetable Samosas, Niçoise Salad, Milanese-style Chicken

DINNER

Seafood Dinner Gala

  • Breakfast.
  • Sail to Menai Bay, sailing time approx. 3 hours, distance 15 Nm.
  • Menai Blue excursion through the waters of Menai Bay, snorkeling, and admiring the underwater life of the archipelago’s numerous deserted islands and sandbanks.
  • Lunch.
  • Anchoring at Kwale Island, known for its giant 500-year-old baobab tree.
  • dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 3 CHANGUU – STONE TOWN

BREAKFAST

Toast, Pancakes, Baked Beans, Vegetable Omelet, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

Grilled King Prawns, Potato Wedges with Vegetables, Butter-Lemon Sauce, Fruit Salad

DINNER

Calamari Rings, Cassava Chips, Roasted Peanuts

  • Breakfast.
  • Free time for a stroll and souvenir shopping in the village of Nungwi.
  • Sail to Mnemba Island, sail time approx. 1.5 hour, distance 8 Nm.
  • Time for snorkeling in crystal clear waters and admiring the coral reef life beneath the catamaran; a chance to encounter dolphins and sea turtles.
  • Lunch.
  • Sail to Kendwa Beach, sail time approx. 2,5 hours, distance 13 Nm.
  • Anchoring near Kendwa, with the option of transportation to the sandy beach with bars, restaurants, and evening entertainment.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 4 SAFARI SAADANI

BREAKFAST

Scrambled Eggs, Sausages, Toast, Banana Pancakes, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

Chapati with Chicken and
Vegetables, Fries, Watermelon

DINNER

Grilled Lobster and Tuna, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables

  • Breakfast.
  • Excursion to Saadani Safari, which is not included in the charter package but is an additional paid attraction that we highly recommend. The safari includes entrance tickets, a boat ride across the river (where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and unique bird species), a Jeep safari (spotting lions, giraffes, elephants, and many other wild animals), a guide, and a lunch box. The duration is from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.
  • Nighttime sail to Kendwa, sail time 7 hours, distance 35 Nm.

DAY 5 TUMBATU – NUNGWI – KENDWA

BREAKFAST

Soft-boiled Eggs, Baked Beans, French Toast, Chocolate Donuts, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee,
Tea

LUNCH

Grilled Tuna, Fried Potatoes, Tartar Sauce, Salad

DINNER

Fried Calamari, Saffron Rice, Vegetables

  • Breakfast.
  • Visit to Tumbatu Island, time for snorkeling in crystal clear waters and admiring the coral reef life beneath the catamaran.
  • Cruise to Nungwi, sail tim approx. 1.5 hours, distance of 8 Nm.
  • Time for snorkeling, and the opportunity to engage in water sports such as jet skiing, water skiing, and parasailing (additional fees apply based on rental pricing).
  • Lunch.
  • Sail to Kendwa, sail time 30 minutes, distance 3 Nm.
  • Anchoring near Kendwa with the option of transportation to the sandy beach with bars, restaurants, and evening entertainment.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 6 MNEMBA

BREAKFAST

Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Cheese, Mango Pancakes, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

Penne all’arrabbiata with Parmesan Cheese, Pineapple Salad

DINNER

Spicy Chicken Curry, Zanzibar Pilau, Salad

  • Breakfast.
  • Sail to Mnemba, sail time 1.5 hour, distance of 8 Nm.
  • A day of relaxation, with time for snorkeling in crystal clear waters and admiring the coral reef life beneath the catamaran, a chance to encounter dolphins and sea turtles, additionally, there is an option for scuba diving and fishing with local fishermen, which are available at an additional cost and require prior reservation
  • Lunch.
  • Return to Kendwa, sail time approx. 2,5 hours, distance 12 Nm.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 7 STONE TOWN

BREAKFAST

French Toast, Plain Toast, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

Vegetable Samosas, Niçoise Salad, Milanese-style Chicken

DINNER

Seafood Dinner Gala

  • Breakfast.
  • Optional (additional fee) car excursion (10:00 am – 7:00 pm) to a spice farm and a tour of Stone Town; visit a spice farm where guests can learn about the cultivation of cloves, vanilla, cardamom or ginger, among others. Explore Stone Town, including its narrow streets, the Old Post Office, House of Wonders, Forodhani Gardens, Old Fort, Zanzibar doors, Freddie Mercury’s House, Jaw’s Corner, and the Catholic Church. The package includes transportation (air-conditioned mini-bus), tickets to the spice farm, a guide, a lunch box, and water; return to the catamaran at the marina in Stone Town.
  • Guests who choose not to participate in the excursion will join the return cruise to Stone Town, sail time approx. 6 hours, distance 30 Nm, lunch will be provided onboard.
  • Dinner and overnight stay on the catamaran.

DAY 8 STONE TOWN

BREAKFAST

Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Cheese, Mango Pancakes, Fruit Platter, Juices, Coffee, Tea

LUNCH

N/A

DINNER

N/A

  • Breakfast.
  • Transfer to the hotels.

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