Nakupenda Sandbank + The Rock Restaurant + Mtende Beach Tour.

This tour is a dream coastal adventure, combining the stunning Nakupenda Sandbank, the world-famous The Rock Restaurant, and the breathtaking hidden gem of Mtende Beach. From snorkeling and seafood lunch on a sandbank in the sea, to capturing iconic moments at Zanzibar’s most photographed restaurant, to relaxing at one of the most serene beaches in the south — this is a day you’ll never forget.

Tour Overview

🕒 Duration

Full Day

🫂 Group Size

Minimum: 2 People

⭐ Rating

Price

$ 210/=

Detailed Itinerary

✅ Hotel Pickup (Approx. 8:00 AM)

Picked up from your hotel by a private guide and transferred to Stone Town beach

1. Nakupenda Sandbank Experience (Approx. 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

Sail in a traditional dhow boat to Nakupenda (meaning “I Love You”) Sandbank
Relax on the soft white sands surrounded by turquoise water
Optional snorkeling around the coral areas (gear available)
Fresh seafood BBQ lunch served on the sandbank, including:
Lobster, prawns, calamari, fish fillet, octopus
Coconut rice, fries, salad & tropical fruits
Water, soft drinks, and juice are included

2. The Rock Restaurant Photo Stop (Approx. 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)

Drive to the eastern coast to see The Rock, perched on a coral rock in the ocean
Take unforgettable photos from the beach or during low tide
(Lunch not included here since seafood lunch is already provided — optional drinks or dessert available at extra cost)
Note: Entry inside is optional and depends on tide & availability

3. Mtende Beach Adventure (Approx. 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

Head to Mtende, a stunning and quiet beach framed by dramatic cliffs
Short walk down through local pathways
Free time to swim, relax, and enjoy natural pools and sea caves
One of Zanzibar’s most photogenic and peaceful locations

🚐 Return Transfer (Approx. 6:30 PM)

After sunset moments at Mtende, drive back to your hotel

Tour Highlights

🏝️ Relax at Nakupenda Sandbank
🍤 Fresh Seafood BBQ on the Beach
📸 Photo Stop at The Rock Restaurant
🌅 Sunset at Mtende Beach

What's Included

✔️ Private hotel pickup & drop-off
✔️ Boat trip to Nakupenda Sandbank
✔️ Snorkeling gear
✔️ Seafood BBQ lunch on sandbank
✔️ Bottled water, juices, and soft drinks
✔️ Entrance to Mtende Beach
✔️ Guided experience at all sites
✔️ Photo stop at The Rock Restaurant
✔️ English-speaking professional guide
➕ Optional dessert/drinks at The Rock (extra)

What to Bring

Swimwear & towel
Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat
Water shoes or flip-flops
Camera or GoPro
Light cover-up for The Rock & Mtende

Perfect For

👫 Couples & honeymooners
📸 Instagram & travel bloggers
🐚 Ocean and nature lovers
👨‍👩‍👧 Families & small groups