A Day – Safari Blue

The original and the best, Safari Blue is a full day excursion on locally made, traditional sailing
dhows. Safari Blue dhows are between 8 and 10 m in length, and are equipped with Mobile
communication devices, life jackets, sunshade and waterproof rain tarpaulin. Safari Blue starts
from the fishing village of Fumba, 30 minutes’ drive from Stone Town. Fumba is situated in the
southwest corner of the island and it is an ideal starting point to explore Menai Bay, officially
designated a Conservation Area in 1998. The Bay has a number of beautiful uninhabited islands
and sandbanks and it is frequented by humpback and bottlenose dolphins. On arrival at Fumba
beach at 09:30, clients are given a briefing on Safari Blue and a life jacket demo (life jackets are
on board and a safety boat on hand). We then board the dhows and set off to explore the bay and
spot the dolphins. We are lucky enough to see dolphins on at least 90% of our trips. Later in the
morning, after 30 minutes cruising, we drop anchor by a sandbank (subject to marine conditions)
where we set up sunshades and fit our clients with snorkeling equipment (masks and snorkels,
fins, buoyancy aids). We have a large range of sizes and high quality equipment. Safari Blue
guides, who can safely lead the snorkeling session and show points of interest, accompany our clients. For beginners or less confident swimmers, we have inflatable snorkeling vests and our
guides are always on hand to teach and assist. Rescue boat is on stand-by. After snorkeling, we
offer fresh green coconuts (madafu) and serve some delicious snacks before we move to our
desert island restaurant located beneath the shade of large tamarind trees on Kwale Island, where
clients sit at tables and wooden benches. We will set off for Kwale at around 1300hrs.
Lunch is a traditional Zanzibar buffet and includes slipper lobster, two types of grilled fish,
calamari, chicken or beef, rice and freshly-made sauces, all served hot from the grill.
Vegetarian/non-fish dishes by prior request. Field toilets are available on the island. A
gastronomic fruit tasting follows with a selection of between 10 and 15 different tropical fruits.
Cold drinks are available throughout the day and include mineral water, homemade iced
tea,sodas and beer. Coffee and Amarula liqueur are also served after lunch.