Explore Mnemba Island with a dhow
Our most popular trip

















Explore Mnemba Island with us. Enjoy a full day boat trip on a beautifully decorated traditional and comfortable dhow.
đŹ High chance to spot dolphins
đâïž Spend the day swimming on a sandbank/Blue lagoon đ«§
đŠđ Delicious seafood lunch and fresh fruits onboard
đ€ż Snorkeling in the Mnemba atoll reef
â” Sailing back to sunset
Hidden sandbank with seafood lunch
Spend the day on a beautiful quiet sandbank








Spend your day on a stunning, beautiful sandbank â away from the crowds. While others flock to the famous Nakupenda Sandbank, we take you to a hidden gem, just a little further out, with far fewer tourists. It’s just as beautiful â and we like to call it Nakupenda Bis. đŽ
đâïžđ«§ Spend the day swimming on a sandbank
đŠđ Delicious seafood lunch and fresh fruits
đ€ż Possible to stop by a small reef for snorkeling
*Notice: This tour is not with a traditional dhow
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Wild Safari
Experience a real african safari (1 or 2 days)












Have you always dreamed about going on a real safari? To spot all the wild african animals in their natural habit? Then this trip is for you!
đ± Lunch in the park
đ© Flight to/from ZNZ
đ Taxi from hotel to airport and back
đŸ Guide in the park
Explore the Island
Private guided tour around the island











Ready to explore Zanzibar like never before?
Experience the magic of Zanzibar with a private, expert guide by your side. Thereâs a lot to discover on this island. From the rich history and vibrant culture of Stone Town, to the wild monkeys and lush mangroves in the forest. Visit a spice farm and learn about the exotic flavors that make this island famous. Dive into a hidden water cave for a refreshing swim. Immerse yourself in the traditions of the Masai Culture Center and learn about their history and culture.
đïž Entrence fees
đ€”ââïž Private guide
đ Private driver all day
đ Fresh fruits
đ„€ Water & soft drinks
Donât just visit Zanzibar â experience it in a way thatâs personal, enriching, and unforgettable. đ
Why choose us?
Environmentally & Animal Friendly
We love the ocean and all its life. No plastic, no trace, no disturbance.
đŹ We donât chase dolphins
â We never drop anchor on coral reefs
â Sea stars stay in the sea
We’re here to show the beauty of the ocean, not to disturb it.
Fairness & Respect
We provide fair salaries that allow our team not only to build a life for themselves, but also to support their families.
Several team members have been able to build their own homes and give their families a better future thanks to their work with us â„
Quality, Safety & Experience
When you join us on the water, you’re in good hands. Our team is made up of experienced guides, divers, and sailors whoâve worked with the ocean long before they joined us.
Our boats are fully equipped with modern safety gear and undergo regular maintenance and inspections.
EXCELLENT Based on 297 reviews Posted on Sightsee27344232545Verified Niclas Very nice trip to Nmemba Island. Safe and very friendly staff. Fantastic food and drinks onboard. Highly recommended!Posted on Worldwide TVerified This is the dhow boat tour you want There are hundreds of boat operators in Zanzibar that'll take you out on a tour. They might all seem the same at first glance, but Dream Dhow delivers a truly unique experience compared to the competition. The moment we stepped on the beach, we noticed that Dream Dhow's boat was easily 5-6 times bigger than the rest of the boats out there. Stepping aboard, there was tons space on board for our entire group to spread out, lie down, and relax. We sailed by the other boats, saw how cramped they were, and wondered why we even considered booking anything else in the first place. The crew was experienced, and always looked out for our safety. We appreciated that they stayed a safe distance away from the dolphins, unlike many of the other boats we saw. For lunch, the crew prepared a fresh meal on board that rivaled the quality of the food we were eating ashore. We also went snorkeling and swimming in the beautiful Indian Ocean. It was so relaxing lying on the dhow, peacefully drifting around Mnemba Island in the Zanzibar sun. This is the dhow you want. Don't miss out!Posted on aude nVerified Amazing! Nous avons fait 2 excursions en famille (2 enfants de 6 et 10 ans). A Mnemba sur un dhow privĂ©, un regal avec l'eau turquoise, Ă©quipage aux petits soins, le repas Ă©tait dĂ©licieux. Meme si il y avait du monde (plusieurs bateaux), le capitaine nous a trouvĂ© un petit coin de mer loin des autres, on aurait dit que nous Ă©tions seul au monde. Le spot de snorkling etait super meme pour notre fils de 6 ans. Merci a Hamedi et son Ă©quipe! Excursion visite de l'ile (spice farm , cave avec tortues, Stone Town): Abdul a su rendre ce tour tres instructif. Nous avons bien mangĂ© a la ferme aux epices, nous n'avons pas eu besoin de nous arrĂȘter Ă un restaurant pour le dejeunĂ©. Merci Abdul! Tres bonne communication avec l'Ă©quipe de dream dhow pour le choix des excursions et l'organisation. Toujours tres ponctuel.Posted on Leon BVerified Great Trip and awesome food I had planned to propose to my girlfriend on this trip. The sunset tour was perfect for this. There were just the two of us and a very friendly team of three. There were all the drinks you could want, and dinner was grilled fresh on the boat and served. All in all, it was a wonderful trip that I would do again anytime.Posted on HaPpYcAmPeR1.Verified The crew, food and snorkelling all 10/10! Well organised trip from transfer to the return. The crew of Mbwana, Mani and Sele all delivered a brilliant service, friendly, considerate and provided lovely touches that made the experience extra special. The food was incredible, and there was a lot! The snacks were thoughtfully planned and well presented with lots of soft drinks included, and alcohol if preordered at an reasonable cost. The snorkelling stops were fantastic, turquoise waters and it was great to see the sandbank at mnemba. We spotted the dolphins and what I loved about this boat/crew, unlike others we witnessed, they respected the dolphins and did not chase them and get involved in the chaos of the other boats gathering, just observed from a distance which was appreciated and more enjoyable. I would recommend this trip for couple, families and friends, it was a fantastic full day with a sunset sail return, lovely memories made and the communication to organise this was excellent from back in the UK.Posted on Deborah TVerified Outstanding Private Dhow boat experience to Mnemba Island. Our day with Dream Dhow Zanzibar was without question one of the highlights of our trip. From the taxi picking us up from our hotel to our guide collecting us and taking us to the boat and then stepping on board we found the crew to be warm, professional, attentive and very friendly. They were also incredibly sociable, which created such a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere throughout the full day. We chose a private dhow as opposed to a shared boat so we could experience the trip and savour all of it to ourselves and we didnât regret it for a second. Having the boat to ourselves made the whole experience feel peaceful, personal and very special. We stopped for snorkelling and everything was perfectly organised with all equipment provided. The marine life was beautiful and the crew made sure we had plenty of time to enjoy it properly. I took some great underwater videos.. We werenât able to visit the secluded sandbank due to the tides but didnât feel robbed in any way. The food was equally exceptional. We had a freshly prepared BBQ seafood meal cooked by the excellent chef who made us a delicious vegetable curry, lobster, chicken, gorgeous salad and rice with plenty of fresh fruit and drinks throughout the day. Everything was generous and plentiful as well as being beautifully presented. Eating this incredible meal out on the ocean made our trip very memorable. One of the most magical moments came on the journey back when the crew raised the sails and the dhow glided silently across the ocean. With the warm sea air and the gentle rocking of the boat, we had the most fabulous sleep on board â pure relaxation. The whole day was the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Huge thanks to the amazing crew for making the experience so special. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Zanzibar.Posted on Anna KVerified Drömdag med Dream Dhow Vi var en en familj om 6 som Ă„kte pĂ„ snorklingtur utanför Mnemba med Dream dhow. Det var verkligen som det lĂ„ter, en dröm! BĂ„ten Ă€r sĂ„ fint inredd och vi tyckte det var toppen att guiderna kunde följa med ut pĂ„ snorklingen och hjĂ€lpa vĂ„r 6-Ă„ring. Maten ombord var gudomlig och oförglömlig. Vi stannade Ă€ven till vid en sandbank och badade dĂ€r. Hade verkligen toppendag!Posted on MĂ„rten DVerified BĂ€sta dagen pĂ„ Zanzibar Denna tur med en helt fantastisk dhow hade allt. BesĂ€ttning som var grymma, omtĂ€nksamma och visste vad dom skulle göra. Lunch serveras pĂ„ bĂ„ten, tonfisk, hummer, vĂ€rldens godaste sallad!!!! Bra snorkling och sĂ„ fick vi se delfiner. Boka boka boka denna mycket prisvĂ€rda utflykt. All kommunikation gick snabbt och braPosted on Hilda SVerified Wonderful trip to Mnemba Thank you for an absolutely fantastic boat tour â truly world class! An unforgettable experience that we will cherish for a long time. The crew on board were absolutely wonderful and made the trip even more special. Highly recommended! â€ïžđPosted on Damian LVerified Outstanding Dhow Experience with Dream Dhow Zanzibar I had an absolutely fantastic experience yesterday with Dream Dhow Zanzibar â without doubt one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment I stepped aboard, the crew were warm, professional and genuinely attentive. Everything felt relaxed and authentic, never rushed, just a beautiful traditional dhow sailing along the Zanzibar coastline. We stopped to snorkel and all the gear was provided, making it completely effortless. The marine life was stunning and the crew gave us plenty of time to enjoy it properly. We also spent time on a secluded sandbank, which felt like something out of a postcard â peaceful, private and unforgettable. The food was exceptional. A freshly prepared BBQ seafood feast, delicious curry, plenty of fresh fruit and drinks included throughout. Everything was fresh, generous and beautifully presented. Eating that meal out on the water made it even more special. The whole day had the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Huge thanks to the entire team for creating such a memorable experience. I wouldnât hesitate to recommend Dream Dhow Zanzibar to anyone visiting.
