Private Dhow Sunset Cruise Kendwa & Nungwi | $180 USD Zanzibar Boat Charter
Private Dhow Sunset Cruise | Kendwa & Nungwi

Experience The Magic Of Zanzibar Sunset Sailing

Set sail on a traditional wooden dhow charter along the stunning northern coast of Nungwi and Kendwa. Enjoy fresh tropical fruits, chilled sodas, and mineral water while watching the sun dip into the turquoise Indian Ocean.

Private Charter Price $180 USD / Total Flat Rate
Private Dhow Sunset Cruise Kendwa Nungwi
Authentic Wooden Dhow

Sailing through Golden Waters off Nungwi & Kendwa

Complimentary Fresh Tropical Fruits Platter
Refreshing Inclusions

Fresh Zanzibar Pineapple, Mango & Cold Drinks

Zanzibar Sunset Boat Charter
Romantic Sunset Sail

Unforgettable Photography Spots & Sunset Views

Romantic Dhow Sailing Zanzibar
Exclusive Charter

Private Boat Trip For Couples, Families & Groups

Tour Highlights

Why Book Our Private Sunset Cruise

Unmatched luxury, authentic Zanzibari culture, and breathtaking ocean scenery starting from Nungwi & Kendwa beaches.

100% Private Dhow Boat

Enjoy complete exclusivity with your own captain and crew. No strangers onboard—just pure romantic or family privacy on the waters.

Fresh Tropical Fruits Platter

Tempting spread of organic local fruits: sweet mangoes, sun-ripened pineapple, crisp watermelon, and passionfruit served onboard.

Ice-Cold Sodas & Water

Complimentary ice-cold sodas (Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite) and chilled bottled mineral water available throughout your sail.

Kendwa & Nungwi Pickup

Step right off the powdery white sands of Kendwa Beach or Nungwi Beach directly onto your traditional sailing dhow.

Golden Hour Photography

Capture stunning photos with the iconic dhow sail silhouette against Zanzibar’s renowned golden Indian Ocean sunset.

Sunset Timeline

Your 2-Hour Private Sunset Journey

Carefully timed to maximize golden hour lighting and sunset magic. Departure times adapt smoothly to seasonal sunsets (boarding between 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM).

Private Cruise Rate $180 USD

Covers total charter for up to 6 guests including fresh fruits, sodas, bottled water, captain & fuel.

1

4:30 PM – Shore Boarding

Kendwa / Nungwi

Meet your crew on Kendwa or Nungwi beach. Step onto your private dhow boat and settle into soft cushioned seating.

2

5:00 PM – Sail & Refreshments

Northern Coast

The captain catches the coastal breeze. Smoothly glide across calm turquoise waters while fresh tropical fruits and chilled drinks are served.

3

5:45 PM – Sunset Golden Hour

Peak Sunset

The boat pauses at the prime sunset viewpoint. Watch the golden sun dip into the horizon, take unforgettable photos, and relax.

4

6:30 PM – Twilight Shore Return

Beach Disembark

Sail gently back under the twilight sky, returning safely to your beach drop-off point in Kendwa or Nungwi.

Transparent Inclusions

What Is Included In $180 USD

All-inclusive private charter rate. No surprise charges on the beach.

Included Free

Included in $180 Charter

  • Exclusive Private Dhow Charter: Boat reserved strictly for your group.
  • Fresh Tropical Fruits: Mangoes, pineapple, watermelon, passionfruit.
  • Chilled Drinks: Ice-cold sodas & bottled mineral water.
  • Licensed Captain & Local Crew: Experienced nautical guides & fuel included.
  • Kendwa / Nungwi Beach Pickup: Board directly from hotel shoreline.

Optional Custom Add-ons

  • Acoustic Swahili Band Enjoy local swahili band on board with mixed music genres more base African style
  • Seafood Snacks / Lobster: Pre-ordered fresh grilled seafood skewers.
  • Hotel Taxi Transfers: Return taxi if staying outside Kendwa or Nungwi.
  • Champagne / Wine Bottles: Bring your own wine or pre-order chilled bottles.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Private Sunset Dhow $180 USD / Private Charter