MNEMBA ISLAND

Nakupenda Sandbank Excursion

6 Hours (Half-day) Activity 5 Stars

Overview

Nakupenda means "I LOVE YOU" in Swahili, Nakupenda sandbank also known as Pange Sandbank is located 1.2km just off Stone Town, and only takes a 20 minutes’ local boat ride. The underwater world is unbelievably spectacular there are countless colorful fishes and other sea creatures that survive among the coral reefs and underwater plants which together form the barrier reef ecosystem and the magnificent sandbank has a beautiful patch of white sand surrounded by turquoise waters. This is a place where brilliant birdlife and sea life coexists, very white sand, limpid, and crystalline waters.

Nakupenda Beach is one of the most stunning beaches in Africa, well known for its perfect crystal clear waters for swimming and snorkeling the stunning array of colored corals and tropical fish of the sandbank. However, there are many other activities you can do while on this sandbank, you can soak up the serene surroundings and watch for birdlife from the comfort of the sandbank. Roaming the sandbank is another fun activity that will have you discovering hiking trails, and seeing the variety of birdlife of the sandbank and also look for beautiful formed sea rocks. We will arrange a picnic and sea food BBQ during lunch and relax while sunbathing on the magnificent white sands with paradise ocean views. The most beautiful part of Nakupenda sandbank as to most of our clients is the breathtaking sunset views.

Upon arrival at Nakupenda Beach, you will have fresh tropical fruits to snack on, including bananas, watermelon, coconut, mango, pineapple, and a variety of cool, crisp refreshing beverages. You can then lay your towels down and relax in the Tanzanian sun under the shade of our ample tents we will set for you or you can splash around in the ocean. A delicious seafood buffet lunch will then be provided for you. Our beach picnic at Nakupenda isn't merely a meal - it's an entire journey through Zanzibar's culinary landscape. Fresh local fruits and beverages provide a refreshing reprieve from the Tanzanian sun, and a seafood buffet lunch follows, a tantalizing spread featuring lobster, calamari, octopus, squid, tuna fish, and prawns, among other delights. Following lunch, you will have some more time to enjoy beautiful Nakupenda Island and soak it all in - the crystal clear waters, the sun, sand, and views not forgetting snorkeling among Clown fish and Moorish Idols or simply take a walk around the sandbank to witness the birdlife.

Highlights

Experience the magnificent Nakupenda Sandbank also known as Pange sandbank, in Swahili the word "Nakupenda" means I love you. A 20-minutes boat ride from Stone Town will get you to one of the most stunning beaches in Africa, well known for its perfect turquoise crystal clear waters and a beautiful patch of white sand. You will have fresh tropical fruits to snack on, including bananas, watermelon, coconut, mango, pineapple, and a variety of cool, crisp refreshing beverages upon arrival and for lunch you will be served a delicious seafood buffet, a tantalizing spread featuring lobster, calamari, octopus, squid, tuna fish, and prawns, among other delights. Following lunch, you will have some more time to enjoy beautiful Nakupenda Island and soak it all in - the crystal clear waters, the sun, sand, and views not forgetting snorkeling among Clown fish and Moorish Idols or simply take a walk around the sandbank to witness the birdlife or you can relax under the shade of our ample tents and sunbathe listening to the bird life cute sounds or listen to your music or read books while the hush of waves lapping against the shore. The most beautiful part of Nakupenda sandbank as to most of our clients is the breathtaking sunset views.

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