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Safari Blue trip is a full day tour along Menai bay, which is one of the best coral reefs in Zanzibar. Main activities in the tour includes visit to naturally occurring sandbanks, Swimming & Snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, visiting Kwale island with its natural green lagoon and Climbing the old Baobab tree for spectacular view of the Island. 

If you love ocean, this tour for you. You will witness countless colourful fishes and other sea creatures that survive among the coral reefs and underwater plants which together form the barrier reef ecosystem in the bay.

During the tour enjoy the fresh seafood barbeque; Octopus, Lobsters, squids, Calamaris, Fishes. Exotic fresh fruit tasting like Banana, Watermelon, Pineapple, Mangoes. This will be the best adventurous day for your stay in Zanzibar Islands, and you will understand why we call this “Blue Safari”

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Safari Blue Highlights!

• Swimming and Snorkeling around Menai Bay area
• Seafoods BBQ Lunch; Octopus, Lobsters, Squids, Prawns, etc.
• Tropical Fruits; Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapple, Watermelon etc.
• Sailing with Traditional boat
• Visit Kwale Island, natural Lagoon & Sandbank

Tour Prices

NOTE:  These prices  excluded transport costs because it depends on the location of your Hotel. Please reach us and we will provide you full price based on your Hotel location!

Price per person

Price per person; for group of above 25 person please contact us.

Price Includes

• English Speaking Guide
• Sailing Boat
• Snorkeling Equipments
• Lunch (Seafood BBQ, Chicken, or Vegetarian options)
• Tropical Fruits
• Soft Drinks
• All government fees
• Hotel Pick up/ Drop-off; for extra charge.

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Safari blue is one among the best enjoyable things you can do in your Zanzibar vacation.  It is called Blue Safari because of the ocean blueness that you feel during the tour.

It is totally a whole day playing with the ocean in Menai bay conservation area. The Menai Bay Conservation Area is located in Menai Bay, west south coast of Unguja Zanzibar. 

This is the largest marine conserved area with 470 square kilometres (180 sq mi), comprising extensive coral reefs, colorful tropical fish, a lot of sea creatures, and mangrove forests. 

All together make the best tourists experience when they visit Zanzibar islands.

Safari Blue Trip FAQs

Exactly, we do provide transport from and back to any Hotel in Zanzibar.

Very simple! Please contact us vi Whatsapp or tour booking form.

Swimming clothes, Water shoes, and Towels. 

Prices for Safari blue vary based on the number of people, or whether private or sharing. Actually, the higher the number of people the less the price per person.

Yes, we accept card & cash payment. 

Safari blue takes approximately 6 hours to complete the trip.

The tour is normally ends around 15:30 – 16:00. Its difficult to do another tour.

If you would like to go somewhere after the tour, then we would recommend you have a Sunset dinner at Cape Town Fish Market Restaurant in Stone town. 

Swimming & Snorkeling, Sandbank relaxing, Testing tropical fruits, Fresh seafood lunch, learning the history of a big baobab tree, swimming at the natural swimming pool, visiting and shopping at souvenirs shops in Kwale island.

Absolutely, the Menai bay conservation area is where we do Safari blue. This is the place with thousands of sea creatures which serve the best experience for the snorkelers.

Safari blue, comes with two options; Private or Sharing depending on your interests and budget. If you are a family, we can recommend you to take a private boat.

Nearly all days you can go Safari Blue Trip, just check the weather for a specific day. Windy day is not good for snorkeling. 

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The Safari Blue experience is an unmissable day tour in waters around the islands of Zanzibar, in a traditional Dhow. Includes guided snorkelling, sandbank stop, swimming in a mangrove lagoon and delicious seafood buffet!

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Join this full day excursion with The Safari Blue Crew for an epic day of aquatic activities. Laid-back or lively, a Safari Blue day is filled with choice. Dolphins are spotted on 90% of all trips as the Menai bay.

This excursion includes a pick up and drop off at any hotel in the Stone Town.  Pick up time is 0830, and you can expect to be back around 1700.

A typical day on the safari blue excursion would be as follows:

Morning : Your Safari Blue Experience begins in the little fishing village of Fumba, just 30 minutes from Stone Town. From here set out to sea into the Menai Bay where conservation efforts have allowed dolphins to flourish.

Mid - Morning : Land on a powdery sandbank where the team will set up sunshades and fit you with snorkel gear. From here enjoy frolicking in the shallows or bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibari sky.

Late - Morning : Snorkel over two different reefs in the morning, both locations offering a variety of pristine marine life. Take advantage of the crew's expertise as they guide you to the best viewing spots.

Lunchtime: The Kwale Island restaurant is ready and waiting for your arrival. Feast on the famous fresh seafood buffet. Taste 10-15 of Zanzibar's exotic fruits. Sip on Amarula and coffee. Drinks are abundantly served throughout the day.

Mid - Afternoon : Discover all that Kwale island has to offer. Sail on a traditional Ngalawa canoe, explore the mangroves, climb an ancient baobab, witness the coral formations, swim or lounge the afternoon away on a day-bed or the beach.

Late - Afternoon : When the day is done, the crew hoists the lateen sail as you make a leisurely voyage back to Fumba as the sun sets on your glorious day in paradise.

What is included in the tour

• Transfers from Stone Town to Fumba and back
• Shared Dhow excursion starting and ending in Fumba
• Snorkelling including all gear available in different sizes
• Visit to a sandback (tide dependant)
• Swimming in a mangrove lagoon
• Seafood Buffet (different dietary requirements can be catered)
• Soft drinks

What is NOT included in the tour

• Tips and gratuities
• Drinks outside of those mentioned
• Any items of a personal nature
• Snorkel : Glide through the warm Indian Ocean and gaze at the abundant and diverse marine life
• Swim : From the sandbank, boat and Kwale island - the day is filled with opportunities!
• Sunbathe : Relax and bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibari sky
• Baobab : Climb a giant and unusual baobab tree, or just admire it from the ground
• Ngalawa : Sail on a double-outrigger canoe used by local fishermen
• Mangroves : When the tide allows, swim through a lush mangrove forest in a beautiful hidden lagoon

Hotel pick up time:

Morning: 0800 from beach hotel or 0830 from stone town hotel

Things to bring: A hat, suncreen, flip flops, swimsuit, beach towel.

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This is a full day boat tour. The boats are traditional hand-built sailing dhows finished to the very highest standards of comfort and safety. The tour touches the key attraction spots on the South West waters protected by the Menai Bay Consercation. The Safari Blue in Zanzibar is one the most popular excursions in East Africa and has been running great days out since 1996.

What the Trip Includes

Visit a mangrove lagoon.

Explore the mangrove lagoon hidden inside Kwale Island.

Visit and climb a Baobab tree

Climb the tree and get a great view from the top! If lucky you'll find massive coconut crabs living inside its hollow trunk.

Sandbank relaxation

Explore safe snorkeling and enjoy relaxation under the shade. More snorkeling on a dedicated snorkeling trip .

Dolphins siting

See dolphins on 90% of our water excursion (Indo-Pacific Humpback and the Bottle-nose dolphins). See more dolphins on a dedicated Dolphin Tour .

Seafood lunch

Served at our desert island restaurant, includes a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with grilled fish and slipper lobster, gastronomic fruit tasting, coffee and Amarula.

Prices for the Safari Blue in Zanzibar

Pick-up and drop off would be calculated for you separately depending on your location.

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Safari Blue Zanzibar - Full day

• Bottled water
• Use of Snorkelling equipment
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private transportation
• Tour price includes pick up from any Hotel located in Stone Town only, Other travelers can arrange a pickup with us after you book this tour.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travellers
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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• 1 Fumba Stop: 6 hours Safari Blue starts from Fumba where we will take a Dhow and go to the Sandbank, we will have fruit snacks at the Sandbank, It is one of the nicest beach in Zanzibar where you can relax. After Sandbank we will go for a Snorkeling, where you will see different species of coral fishes. Then, we will go at the lagoon surrounded with beautiful views of mangroves, you will get to swil at the Lagoon take wonderful photos and much more. Lastly, we will go to the Kwale Island where we will have a seafood buffet, and explore the Island where you will see one of the oldest Baobab tree, estimated around 500 years old. Read more
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• KJFoote 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great time on our private sand bar! We had a great tour of Nakupenda and Prison Island. We were given the option to leave early in the morning for Nakupenda before Prison Island to get there before the crowds and it was one of our top experiences in Zanzibar - we had the whole place to ourselves for quite a while and our guides set up a shade for us with fruit and left us alone to enjoy it as long as we wished to! Amazing!! Read more Written 24 January 2023
• 245lovee 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Not recommended The car that picked us up was not in good condition, no seatbelt in middle back seat, no air condition (which is specified in the tour), driver seemed very tired and drove in what we experienced as an unsafe manner, compared to other drivers we've had so far on our journey. Selling this tour as "95 % chance to see and swim with dolphins" is not as we experienced it. It's a race between several boats to get to the dolphins first and then throw yourself in to the water, hoping to get a small glimpse before they get scared and disappears. Our boat tour was 95 % looking for dolphins and wishing that you'll see them first to get there first. The "captain" ignored us when we asked him to get closer to shore instead of full speed out to open water, alone with no other boats around, to maybe be able to find some dolphins. In case of an accident, there were no one around to help and no life vests had been offered beforehand. The safety which we asked for was neglected several times until he slowly turned around to get us closer to shore, and where we had already seen the dolphins. He could also have given us a heads up about animals which "burns" if you touch them. Would have been great to know to behave in a more safe manner when diving in. The guide at the Jozani forest was good he listened to our requests and provided good information about the forest and the animals. Unfortunately, most of the animals in the forest are nocturnal and will unlikely be seen during the day. But you will see the blue and red monkeys which are active during the day. The tour is quite pricey, more than 100$ for what we felt was only transportation by car (approximately 1 h from hotel to the beach) and transportation by a small, mediocre boat, equipped with some seats and an engine that occassionally stopped (no oars), with a young "captain", who respected other boats and people in the sea, but not our requests. The Jozani entrance fee of 25000 TZS per person was not included in this tour, and I assume that the entrance fee provided the guide to the forest. So what did we really pay for? Read more Written 16 January 2023
• MalinSalomon 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Avoid this tour A joke of a tour.. Were picked up by an absolute wreck of a car. The boat wasn’t better. You are not swimming WITH dolphins, but rather surrounding them (10-15 boats) and then racing towards them, throwing yourself into the water in front of them (which scares them off), leading to us not seeing a thing. All of a sudden our ‘captain’ decided to leave the group (and the dolphins) and just head out on literally open water. We felt very uncomfortable considering it was a small speedboat with an intermittently working engine, no oars and no life jackets. When we tried to voice our concern he couldn’t care less. In Jozani forest the “private tour” was no longer private - we got mixed in with another group to share one guide. Tips - wear long trousers and covering shoes since the tour is partially completely off trail. The guide in the forest although was very good! All in all, not worth the money! Spend the day doing something else! Read more Written 16 January 2023
• W8080IEjohannaf 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful experience!! We had a great day on Prison Island and Nakupenda sandbank, both places was so so beautiful and cool with the giant turtles! Our guide Ekkoto was the best! He really wanted us to have the best experience and made his utmost to make sure of this. I can really recommend this tour! Read more Written 19 December 2022
• Rebana 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles No good experience First of all the management was really flexible and made it possible for us to move the tour a day earlier without paying for anything. Unfortunately the organization on the tour wasn’t really good. The Guides English was really poor and they were not really friendly. The equipment was really old and didn’t smell good. They threw plastic bottles in the water during the tour and smoked weed at the stop on the small beach (even the captain!). After seeing this I felt very uncomfortable to drive back with them. I think there would have been no difference to the tours the beach boys offer at nungwi beach and there you would even have saved money. Cannot really recommend the tour. Read more Written 17 September 2022
• Liliabeya 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles We liked it so much A beautiful moment, We were fortunate to see 2 whales and to swim with dolphins in a turquoise emerald stunning ocean. Oh wow ! The guides were young but skilled, helpful and at the same time discrete. Then we went to Jozani forest and saw many monkeys and a magnificent mangrove. Thank to the team, we highly recommend !!! Read more Written 6 August 2022
• 184naseemg 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must visit Visited dis place with my guide. It's a WOW beach with beautiful scenery and clear water. You can spend a whole day there. Lots to do. Sandbank where you rest and eat fruits. Swim, snorkelling etc etc. Food was not that good as i was allergic to sea food, there was not much Choice. But if you can eat seafood it's good. We left sometime after 10 am and got back by 1730. The boat goes from fumba Read more Written 17 October 2021
• 972cazimirc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A great way to finish a day in Zanzibar Dear all In order to surprise my girlfriend I thought the best way is to organise a Sunset private boat tour allongside the shore of Zanzibar ; the sights where breathtaking , water was perfect , our local captain Ali was a great host very friendly , he played music , setved us fruits, water and coconuts , in one word was an amazing adventure . The bottle of prossecco was my surprise to her , but otherwise everything was organised by the local office of Divine Diving , situated in the hotel Double Tree by Hilton Resort and Spa Nungwi , where Muhidin is prepared to give you customised sollutions for you , your familly or more members , for like : scuba diving experiences , snorkelling excursions , Delphin spotting excursions , Sky diving experience , boat tours , private sunset boat tours etc . A very professional guy , serious and highly punctual . I duelly recommend the experiences for everybody , couples , singles , fammilies with kids , honeymooners . Cristian C. Read more Written 23 August 2021
• efetempeli 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Nice Experience in Nungwi Even though we had to wait for 45 minutes to get picked up at the beachfront of our hotel, it was a relaxing and enjoyable cruise on the dhow. Read more Written 2 June 2021
• neidtina 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best excursion in Stone Town We did not have much time on our trip in Zanzibar, we saw this excursion and book. It was amazing, the trip was private, Prison Island was nice, the Sandbank was unbelievable, the food was super delicious, the staff was so friendly. I recommend this trip. Read more Written 27 April 2021
• CFPrulez 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Drop-off somewhere a the beach, no tour at all Absolutely unprofessional. Got picked-up by a guy with a moped. Tour description says vehicle with air conditioner, instead moped without any safety (no helmet, no hygiene safety). Transfer service did not know where to drop off. As police was near us, the "transfer" changed the direction (he had no helmet...). Finally, he dropped my off somewhere at the beach. Nobody knew about the tour operator. Walked half an hour thorugh the beach, asked several staff. Nobody knew about the company. In the end, I had to pay a taxi for getting back home. Strong warning. Read more Written 4 March 2021
• Rodriguezjohn 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Interesting The Stonetown tour was interesting we learn a lot of history during the tour, and later we visited the Prison Island, we saw giant tortoises, and prison ruins. Our guide Chris was so helpful during the whole tour. Read more Written 14 January 2021
• catherine i 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice cruise in Nungwi Nice and fun cruise. Was able to enjoy the sunset with great music, dancing and fruits. Overall, a great experience. Read more Written 28 December 2020
• Hussein_237 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles So relaxing It was so relaxing, cruising with nicest views and great environment. They did include traditional music, Highly recommended! Read more Written 25 December 2020
• mariacohen97 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely day, amazing seafood buffet We enjoyed this trip, it was privately organized, just us. At prison Island we enjoyed spending time with Giant Tortoise, they were so lovely. Also we loved the seafood at Nakupenda beach it was so delicious. Read more Written 22 December 2020

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Safari blue trip in Zanzibar is a full day sea adventure tour with lots of fascinating things including swimming, snorkeling, sea foods testing and sailing on a traditional dhow.

full day Day $ 50 pp

The Safari Blue Zanzibar is yet another popular tour that we have been organizing for quite a while. This tour is the perfect option for sea lovers, and those who would like the opportunity of experiencing the sea and sea creatures in a unique way. This tour is in fact not only about a traditional boat trip or swim, as you will be able to do more than that.

First of all this is a full day tour. Consequently you are going to have the opportunity of spending a full day packed with different options. As a full day sea safari, this tour is very popular considering that it is only offered at the price of $50 per person. The dhow departs from Fumba Beach at 9am, and generally we get back at around 3:30pm.

Zanzibar Island is known for its beautiful sea and you simply cannot visit Zanzibar without making sure to enjoy its seas. This Safari Blue Trip in Zanzibar will give you a great possibility to do just that.

One of the main attractions of this tour is the 200 year old baobab tree. Many try to climb this tree so as to try to reach the top and enjoy the spectacular views from up there. Within its hollow trunk there are also coconut crabs living, so you might even be able to see one of these gigantic crabs.

During this tour you will also be given a guided tour of the well known mangrove lagoon. This is practically hidden away in Kwale Island, and if it were not for this tour you will not be able to visit this marvellous place. Being able to swim in this protected mangrove forest is quite simply an unforgettable experience, and many refer to it as a natural swimming pool. During high tide the experience is even more memorable.

You will also be able to see the naturally occurring sandbanks which the Menai Bay Conservation Society has said to be safe for swimming. So you could also take a dip there. Many tourists commented on the great time they had simply relaxing in gorgeous natural settings which are not to be easily found in many countries. The turquoise waters are crystal clear and you could easily manage to see dolphins swimming around the area.

This is simply quite like heaven on earth – ever imagined swimming in blue waters, or sunbathing on the white sandy beach with coconuts all above you – well, this is what it is like during this tour. We organize several different tours in Zanzibar but the full day Zanzibar blue safari trip is quite simply one of the most memorable ones. No wonder it is so popular! It is the kind of tour that allows you to truly relax and have the time of your life. You will simply forget all about your worries and the hectic life you lead because once you are able to indulge in such beautiful settings you will simply be living a dream. However, this is not a dream as it can be a reality. And visiting Zanzibar without booking this unique Zanzibar safari blue tour would be a pity as it can be one of the main highlights of your vacation.

This is a group tour, and in most cases it starts at 9am. If you are staying outside of Fumba Village, there will be extra costs associated with transport. For more information do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to assist you with the booking process, as well as to answer any queries you might have about the Safari Blue Trip in Zanzibar or any other tour that we organize.

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* Is a full day sea adventure trip

* starts from 9:30am and ends by 4pm

* The tour is group-shared trip with other

* come with beach costunes and get ready get wet

* snorkeling activity is not much longer

* It has no restrictions to any age

* You may not combined this tour with other

conservation fee

water & soft drinks

snorkelling gears

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Transfer from and return to your hotel is available only for the additional costs

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Safari Blue (full day)

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You will  be  taken  by  Mini  bus  to  Fumba  from  the  hotel,  from  there  board  on  a  traditional  dhow  boat  and  enjoy  the  magic  of the isolated sand banks and rugged island. A full day sailing around mangroves and snorkeling along some of the best coral reefs  Zanzibar .

Safari blue is a full day boat trip on a traditional hand build mahogany sailing dhow. Safari Blue explores the Menai Bay Conservation  Area, which is home to two different species of dolphins, the Indo-pacific humpback and the bottlenose.

A seafood BBQ  lunch is served on an island  at the sand bank.

Timing : Full day excursion – Depart from the hotel reception at 08h00 and return around 17h30 by mini bus. What to take with you : lots of sun cream, swimming costume, hat.

Depart North/ North East/ South/South East: $150/ pers A minimum of 2 persons for each tour

For single person add 50% on price above

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• Safari Blue Tour: Sailing the Azure Waters of Zanzibar

• Hotel Transfer Transfer included to and from the any hotel of Zanzibar.
• Group Size 2 - 125
• Destinations Archipelago Zanzibar
• Activities Sailing Swimming
• Difficulty Medium

Embark on an enchanting maritime journey with the Safari Blue Tour, an exhilarating adventure that combines the thrill of sailing, the beauty of marine life, and the relaxation of tropical island exploration along the picturesque coastline of Zanzibar.

Tour Highlights:

• Traditional Dhow Boats: Begin your day aboard traditional Zanzibari dhows, sailboats characterized by their graceful wooden design, setting the stage for an authentic maritime experience.
• Sail to Hidden Gems: Cruise along the stunning Indian Ocean, visiting hidden coves, pristine sandbanks, and vibrant coral reefs, surrounded by the azure waters that make Zanzibar a tropical paradise.
• Snorkeling in Crystal Clear Waters: Dive into the crystal-clear waters at carefully selected snorkeling spots, where coral gardens teem with a kaleidoscope of marine life, including colorful fish, rays, and maybe even turtles.
• Guided Snorkeling Tours: Enjoy guided snorkeling tours led by experienced guides who unveil the underwater wonders, ensuring a safe and educational exploration beneath the ocean’s surface.
• Gourmet Seafood Lunch: Anchor at a serene sandbank or island for a gourmet seafood feast, featuring freshly caught fish, lobster, prawns, and other local delicacies prepared by expert chefs.
• Island Discovery: Explore the uninhabited islands or sandbanks, bask in the sun, stroll along the pristine beaches, and discover the untouched beauty of Zanzibar’s coastal treasures.
• Local Fishermen Encounters: Engage with local fishermen and witness traditional fishing techniques, gaining insights into the livelihoods of coastal communities.
• Cultural Immersion: Experience the warm hospitality of the crew, who share stories about Zanzibar’s seafaring heritage, cultural traditions, and the significance of the marine ecosystem.

Practical Details:

• Tour Duration: Check the tour duration, departure times, and any additional activities included in the Safari Blue Tour.
• Swimming Gear: Bring your swimsuit, towel, and any personal snorkeling equipment for maximum comfort during water activities.

Tips for Participants:

• Sun Protection: Apply sunscreen, wear a hat, and bring sunglasses to protect yourself from the tropical sun during the sailing adventure.
• Underwater Cameras: Consider bringing underwater cameras to capture the vibrant marine life and scenic landscapes during snorkeling sessions.

Conclusion:

The Safari Blue Tour promises a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural discovery, offering an unforgettable day on the azure waters of Zanzibar, surrounded by the beauty of the Indian Ocean.

Trip Highlights

• Using Traditional Dhow
• Tropical Fruits; Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapple, Watermelon etc
• Seafood Lunch; Octopus, Lobsters, Prawns, etc.
• Visit the natural swimming pool in a lagoon
• In Safari Blue trip you might spot Dolphins.

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Meeting Point and Registration : Gather at the designated meeting point for registration. Welcome briefing and introduction to the Safari Blue experience.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Boat Transfer to Fumba Village: Board a boat for a scenic transfer to Fumba Village, the starting point of the Safari Blue adventure. Safety briefing and overview of the day's activities.

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Dhow Sailing Adventure: Set sail on a traditional dhow, enjoying the gentle breeze and panoramic views of the Zanzibar Archipelago. Sail to Menai Bay Conservation Area, a marine protected area known for its biodiversity.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Snorkeling Session 1: Anchor at a prime snorkeling location. Dive into the crystal-clear waters and explore the vibrant coral reefs and marine life. Snorkeling equipment provided.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Sandbank Relaxation: Visit a secluded sandbank surrounded by turquoise waters. Relax, sunbathe, or take a leisurely stroll along the pristine sandy shores.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Snorkeling Session 2: Sail to another snorkeling site for a second underwater exploration. Discover different coral formations and marine species. Snorkeling guidance provided by experienced crew members.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Seafood Feast on the Dhow: Enjoy a sumptuous seafood feast featuring freshly caught local delicacies. Relish the flavors of Zanzibari cuisine served on board the dhow.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mangrove Lagoon Exploration: Navigate through mangrove lagoons, guided by the crew. Learn about the unique ecosystems and bird species that inhabit these coastal areas.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Traditional Fishing Experience: Participate in traditional Zanzibari fishing techniques. Engage with the local crew and learn about their sustainable fishing practices.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Return to Fumba Village: Sail back to Fumba Village, enjoying the final moments on the dhow. Debriefing and farewell to the crew.

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Return Boat Transfer: Board the return boat to the original meeting point. Reflect on the day's adventures and marine discoveries.

Cost Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Private transportation
• Fuel Surcharges & Service Fees
• Entrance fee
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour guide
• VAT (18% charged by the Government)

Cost Excludes

• Any additional services that’s not mentioned
• Personal expenses

Exactly, we do provide transport from and back to any Hotel in Zanzibar.

Swimming clothes, Water shoes, and Towels.

Prices for Safari blue vary based on the number of people, or whether private or sharing. Actually, the higher the number of people the less the price per person.

Yes, we accept card & cash payment.

Safari blue takes approximately 6 hours to complete the trip.

The tour is normally ends around 15:30 – 16:00. Its difficult to do another tour.

If you would like to go somewhere after the tour, then we would recommend you have a Sunset dinner at Cape Town Fish Market Restaurant in Stone town.

Swimming & Snorkeling, Sandbank relaxing, Testing tropical fruits, Fresh seafood lunch, learning the history of a big baobab tree, swimming at the natural swimming pool, visiting and shopping at souvenirs shops in Kwale island.

Absolutely, the Menai bay conservation area is where we do Safari blue. This is the place with thousands of sea creatures which serve the best experience for the snorkelers.

Safari blue, comes with two options; Private or Sharing depending on your interests and budget. If you are a family, we can recommend you to take a private boat.

Nearly all days you can go Safari Blue Trip, just check the weather for a specific day. Windy day is not good for snorkeling.

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Safari Blue Zanzibar - Full day

• Bottled water
• Use of Snorkelling equipment
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private transportation
• Tour price includes pick up from any Hotel located in Stone Town only, Other travelers can arrange a pickup with us after you book this tour.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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• 1 Fumba Stop: 6 hours Safari Blue starts from Fumba where we will take a Dhow and go to the Sandbank, we will have fruit snacks at the Sandbank, It is one of the nicest beach in Zanzibar where you can relax. After Sandbank we will go for a Snorkeling, where you will see different species of coral fishes. Then, we will go at the lagoon surrounded with beautiful views of mangroves, you will get to swil at the Lagoon take wonderful photos and much more. Lastly, we will go to the Kwale Island where we will have a seafood buffet, and explore the Island where you will see one of the oldest Baobab tree, estimated around 500 years old. Read more
• You'll return to the starting point

• KJFoote 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great time on our private sand bar! We had a great tour of Nakupenda and Prison Island. We were given the option to leave early in the morning for Nakupenda before Prison Island to get there before the crowds and it was one of our top experiences in Zanzibar - we had the whole place to ourselves for quite a while and our guides set up a shade for us with fruit and left us alone to enjoy it as long as we wished to! Amazing!! Read more Written January 24, 2023
• 245lovee 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Not recommended The car that picked us up was not in good condition, no seatbelt in middle back seat, no air condition (which is specified in the tour), driver seemed very tired and drove in what we experienced as an unsafe manner, compared to other drivers we've had so far on our journey. Selling this tour as "95 % chance to see and swim with dolphins" is not as we experienced it. It's a race between several boats to get to the dolphins first and then throw yourself in to the water, hoping to get a small glimpse before they get scared and disappears. Our boat tour was 95 % looking for dolphins and wishing that you'll see them first to get there first. The "captain" ignored us when we asked him to get closer to shore instead of full speed out to open water, alone with no other boats around, to maybe be able to find some dolphins. In case of an accident, there were no one around to help and no life vests had been offered beforehand. The safety which we asked for was neglected several times until he slowly turned around to get us closer to shore, and where we had already seen the dolphins. He could also have given us a heads up about animals which "burns" if you touch them. Would have been great to know to behave in a more safe manner when diving in. The guide at the Jozani forest was good he listened to our requests and provided good information about the forest and the animals. Unfortunately, most of the animals in the forest are nocturnal and will unlikely be seen during the day. But you will see the blue and red monkeys which are active during the day. The tour is quite pricey, more than 100$ for what we felt was only transportation by car (approximately 1 h from hotel to the beach) and transportation by a small, mediocre boat, equipped with some seats and an engine that occassionally stopped (no oars), with a young "captain", who respected other boats and people in the sea, but not our requests. The Jozani entrance fee of 25000 TZS per person was not included in this tour, and I assume that the entrance fee provided the guide to the forest. So what did we really pay for? Read more Written January 16, 2023
• MalinSalomon 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Avoid this tour A joke of a tour.. Were picked up by an absolute wreck of a car. The boat wasn’t better. You are not swimming WITH dolphins, but rather surrounding them (10-15 boats) and then racing towards them, throwing yourself into the water in front of them (which scares them off), leading to us not seeing a thing. All of a sudden our ‘captain’ decided to leave the group (and the dolphins) and just head out on literally open water. We felt very uncomfortable considering it was a small speedboat with an intermittently working engine, no oars and no life jackets. When we tried to voice our concern he couldn’t care less. In Jozani forest the “private tour” was no longer private - we got mixed in with another group to share one guide. Tips - wear long trousers and covering shoes since the tour is partially completely off trail. The guide in the forest although was very good! All in all, not worth the money! Spend the day doing something else! Read more Written January 16, 2023
• W8080IEjohannaf 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful experience!! We had a great day on Prison Island and Nakupenda sandbank, both places was so so beautiful and cool with the giant turtles! Our guide Ekkoto was the best! He really wanted us to have the best experience and made his utmost to make sure of this. I can really recommend this tour! Read more Written December 19, 2022
• Rebana 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles No good experience First of all the management was really flexible and made it possible for us to move the tour a day earlier without paying for anything. Unfortunately the organization on the tour wasn’t really good. The Guides English was really poor and they were not really friendly. The equipment was really old and didn’t smell good. They threw plastic bottles in the water during the tour and smoked weed at the stop on the small beach (even the captain!). After seeing this I felt very uncomfortable to drive back with them. I think there would have been no difference to the tours the beach boys offer at nungwi beach and there you would even have saved money. Cannot really recommend the tour. Read more Written September 17, 2022
• Liliabeya 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles We liked it so much A beautiful moment, We were fortunate to see 2 whales and to swim with dolphins in a turquoise emerald stunning ocean. Oh wow ! The guides were young but skilled, helpful and at the same time discrete. Then we went to Jozani forest and saw many monkeys and a magnificent mangrove. Thank to the team, we highly recommend !!! Read more Written August 6, 2022
• 184naseemg 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must visit Visited dis place with my guide. It's a WOW beach with beautiful scenery and clear water. You can spend a whole day there. Lots to do. Sandbank where you rest and eat fruits. Swim, snorkelling etc etc. Food was not that good as i was allergic to sea food, there was not much Choice. But if you can eat seafood it's good. We left sometime after 10 am and got back by 1730. The boat goes from fumba Read more Written October 17, 2021
• 972cazimirc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A great way to finish a day in Zanzibar Dear all In order to surprise my girlfriend I thought the best way is to organise a Sunset private boat tour allongside the shore of Zanzibar ; the sights where breathtaking , water was perfect , our local captain Ali was a great host very friendly , he played music , setved us fruits, water and coconuts , in one word was an amazing adventure . The bottle of prossecco was my surprise to her , but otherwise everything was organised by the local office of Divine Diving , situated in the hotel Double Tree by Hilton Resort and Spa Nungwi , where Muhidin is prepared to give you customised sollutions for you , your familly or more members , for like : scuba diving experiences , snorkelling excursions , Delphin spotting excursions , Sky diving experience , boat tours , private sunset boat tours etc . A very professional guy , serious and highly punctual . I duelly recommend the experiences for everybody , couples , singles , fammilies with kids , honeymooners . Cristian C. Read more Written August 23, 2021
• efetempeli 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Nice Experience in Nungwi Even though we had to wait for 45 minutes to get picked up at the beachfront of our hotel, it was a relaxing and enjoyable cruise on the dhow. Read more Written June 2, 2021
• neidtina 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best excursion in Stone Town We did not have much time on our trip in Zanzibar, we saw this excursion and book. It was amazing, the trip was private, Prison Island was nice, the Sandbank was unbelievable, the food was super delicious, the staff was so friendly. I recommend this trip. Read more Written April 27, 2021
• CFPrulez 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Drop-off somewhere a the beach, no tour at all Absolutely unprofessional. Got picked-up by a guy with a moped. Tour description says vehicle with air conditioner, instead moped without any safety (no helmet, no hygiene safety). Transfer service did not know where to drop off. As police was near us, the "transfer" changed the direction (he had no helmet...). Finally, he dropped my off somewhere at the beach. Nobody knew about the tour operator. Walked half an hour thorugh the beach, asked several staff. Nobody knew about the company. In the end, I had to pay a taxi for getting back home. Strong warning. Read more Written March 4, 2021
• Rodriguezjohn 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Interesting The Stonetown tour was interesting we learn a lot of history during the tour, and later we visited the Prison Island, we saw giant tortoises, and prison ruins. Our guide Chris was so helpful during the whole tour. Read more Written January 14, 2021
• catherine i 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice cruise in Nungwi Nice and fun cruise. Was able to enjoy the sunset with great music, dancing and fruits. Overall, a great experience. Read more Written December 28, 2020
• Hussein_237 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles So relaxing It was so relaxing, cruising with nicest views and great environment. They did include traditional music, Highly recommended! Read more Written December 25, 2020
• mariacohen97 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely day, amazing seafood buffet We enjoyed this trip, it was privately organized, just us. At prison Island we enjoyed spending time with Giant Tortoise, they were so lovely. Also we loved the seafood at Nakupenda beach it was so delicious. Read more Written December 22, 2020

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Safari Blue Zanzibar - Full day provided by Xtra Adventures

Safari Blue

Full Day Snorkelling Experience. You will spend a magical day exploring the South of Island in Menai Bay Conservation area in a traditional wooden boat, called "dhow" with professional staff on the board. Enjoy swimming & guided snorkelling in the beautiful pure clear waters, quality equipment provided.

Watch wild dolphins at play and take a swim in the hidden mangrove lagoon. Feast on our delicious Swahili seafood barbecue on one of the island followed by gastronomic tropical fruit tasting. Total price includes the boat trip for two people, private driver both ways, drinks and snacks throughout the day.

Other Trips

Would you like see more options for trips from Zanzibar? For further activities and trips on the island, please take a look at the other options below to find the best choice for you.

Semi Submarine Cruise

Discover the fascinating Marine Life of the Indian Ocean around Stone Town, on-board the Semi-Submarine. You will enjoy the fresh ocean breeze on the upper deck and the colorful marine life of the Zanzibar archipelago reefs from your window seat under water. Watch divers interact with fish, while listening to our experienced marine-guides.

Jozani Forest

For those who would like to see Zanzibar from another look. We can offer you trip to the last Zanzibar big forest. This place is home for Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys and many other animals. The guide will take you to three different places, where you can watch monkeys in their natural environmental. Visit Mangrove tree lagoon, which protects Zanzibar from tsunami and big fish and make a tour into the big forest.

Swimming with Turtles

In the north of Zanzibar, you can find one of the natural lagoon full of sea turtles. In Baraka Aquarium they are buying the turtles, caught by fishermen and they are releasing them back to the fresh ocean water in the lagoon. Use the unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles. During the visit you can also feed turtles with sea weed or just spend your time in the water. Also, you can take snorkelling mask to dive and watch them in their natural environment.

Quad Bike Tour

Off road adventure will take you through some remote African villages, plantations, viewing baobabs and spice trees, across the fisherman's village and as a last stop the Waikiki Resort. Quads are departing at 9h in the morning. Departure from hotel to the Quad Bike centre is at 8.30h, transfer is included in price. Guests will self drive their quad bikes for 4 hours. The price is per quad regardless if is ridden by 1 or 2 passengers. Your domestic driving licence is required.

This atmospheric and mystical town is the cultural and historical heart of Zanzibar. It was constructed from coral stone during the 19th and 20th century. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000. While you wonder around the city, your guide will take you on a historical and cultural journey through the old slave market, Darajani market place, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort and the Sultan’s Palace. It is a private tour so the guide will adjust the tour as per your interest.

Spice Tour is one of the most popular excursions on the Island. Walk through the spice farm with your guide. Touch, smell and taste different spices and tropical fruits. Try to guess which is which, from the crushed leaves and the fruit. In history, Zanzibar was known as a spice island, exporting cloves, vanilla, nutmeg and cardamom across the world. Nowadays the plantations are a tribute to the island's past, swapping spices for tourism, combining both in a spice tour.

Sunset Vanora Boat Cruise

A private luxury sailing dhow cruise experience. You can experience amazing 2- hours on your own private dhow, enjoying the romance of sunset in Stone Town from the sea. Savour 3-course seafood dinner, including lobster or jumbo prawns, grilled and served fresh on the boat. South African wine pairing and enchanting views of the sunset over the water. Boat departure 17h. Departure from Tulia at 15.45h.

Horseback riding

A professionally managed stable yard with a qualified teaching and riding instructor. Riders of all levels can experience spectacular sunset beach rides as well as a beautiful scenic trail around and over the golf course to the beach. Prophet, our pony, is perfect for younger children and makes a wonderful photo opportunity. Transport to Horseback riding is extra 100 USD per car.

Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll

Mnemba Atoll is one of the most popular tourist spot with pure clear water. This sea is home for the fish of many kinds and sizes. If you are lucky, you can also see dolphins in their natural environment. Car will pick you up at the hotel in the morning and will take you to the beach where the captain with local wooden boat will wait for you and will take you for 20 minute ride to reach Mnemba Atoll. You can see nice coral ecosystem together with rich variety of fish.

See Zanzibar from different perspective. Explore amazing atmosphere of Kuza cave as Culture Centre of Zanzibar. Visit of this hidden gem in the South East of the Island. Visit includes swimming in the pure and fresh water, cooking lesson with lunch, drumming lesson and many others. You can mix your program as you wish. Possibility of choice between two hour or four hour stay.

Specializing in providing skydives to First Time jumpers, Skydive Zanzibar can get you up in the air and enjoying free fall with only 30 minutes of training as you will be connected to a team with over 20 years knowledge, expertise and experience of providing skydiving in over 10 different countries. Skydive Zanzibar located on Kendwa beach on the north part of the island will offer you once in a lifetime opportunity to land on one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar.

Enjoy pure adventure experience on Safari trip in Tanzania. You can choose from a several different options of national parks located in Tanzania. Safari trip is tailor-made, we will arrange everything upon your wish. Combine your holiday on the beach in Zanzibar with a wild nature in Mainland and experience the best holiday of your life. Our staff will be happy to assist you with everything you need to know about Safari.

Deep Sea Fishing

Explore deep water around Zanzibar from the boat and enjoy fishing, sailing and relax on the board. This trip is great if you do not have troubles to spend a couple of hours on the open sea. Deep sea experience is suitable for everyone, even if you are professional fisherman or you would like to try deep sea fishing for the first time. Choose from different boat types and sizes. All equipment included on the board. The boats are available for half or full day cruise.

Prison Island

Use the opportunity to visit the tortoise sanctuary, which contains a colony of giant tortoise, located in the Prison Island, former place of violent prisoners from the mainland and sick people. The average weight of tortoise is 200 kg, and many of them are said to be over 150 years old. There will be a chance to touch the tortoise and take photos. From Stone Town you will take 20 min ride on small wooden boat to get there.

Motorcycle Tour

Join a professionally guided tour for an insider’s look at the spectacular riding country that Tanzania is or rent one to enhance your holiday experience while on the island. A one day tour that takes you to see a handful of Zanzibar’s beautiful sights and experience one of Zanzibar’s best restaurants for lunch. Pick a ride that will make memories for life.

You are just one click away from a perfect holiday at Tulia. Just make your booking now and we will take care of everything else.

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Blue Safari Trip Zanzibar

Blue Safari Trip in Zanzibar

Blue Safari Tour in Zanzibar is the Zanzibar most exciting one full day trip. It deliversa magnificent ocean experience safari that begins from Fumba fishing village. Tourists with our professional guide head toward the southwest shoreline of the island . This destination is a significant spot to swim, Snorkeling, ocean nourishments and cruising inside the customary dhow.

Blue Safari Tour in Zanzibar is the Zanzibar notably one full day trip, this is a sea experience safari begins from Fumba fishing village, southwest bank of the island, the significant fascination is to swim, snorkeling, ocean nourishments and cruising inside the traditional dhow. Further. the historical backdrop of customary dhow dated back to the fifteenth and sixteenth hundreds of years, the times of the moonson winds and the Arab developments, we inboard into cruising dhow at 9:00 am ahead to shoal for the unwinding, swimming and beach strolling.

Tourist will have an incredible opportunity to test the tropical sea nourishments including octopus, calamari, lobster, shrimps, shark, shellfish, barracuda, and so on

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Zanzibar is the exotic spiced island outside of Tanzania on the east bank of Africa. It's loaded with excitement and enjoyment.  Zanzibar is encircled by the Indian Ocean with its turquoise ocean water, long and white sandy beaches, and coral reefs.

Do you wish to go on Safari blue tour? Get your safari blue tour of a lifetime when you leave on a Safari in Zanzibar. Book for the world's most exciting world sea adventure. Here you will share a wonderful experience regarding the 'incredible on a traditional dhow across the southwest coast of the Island.

Lovers can encounter extraordinary sentiment at the notable Zanzibar islands . Visit the spots of extraordinary abundance and force in the sensational history of east Africa, for example, the remnants of Sultans castles, and experience the most flawless type of Kiswahili while on your Safari in Tanzania. Go out on the town to shop on the celebrated Gizenga and Shangani roads. Purchase perfect handicrafts and collectibles at Stone town

Zanzibar is one of Africa's best selection for tourists due to its intriguing slave exchange history. It is situated in the Indian Ocean (off the shore of Tanzania) and it has been a characteristic exchanging focus since history. Notable for its spices Zanzibar was additionally a slave exchanging focus.

Celebrated the world over for their magnificence, beaches, and history the Romantic islands of Zanzibar are impacted by Arabs particularly one of the most alluring stone towns one of the island's greatest attractions.

The remarkable island of Zanzibar floats in the Indian Ocean just 25 kilometers from the wild shores of Tanzania. From the second you contact down on the residue trampled runway and take in the astonishing perspectives on the sparkling waters and hear the dealer cries from Stone Town; you realize you are in for an experience. Gather with culture, rich with food and buzzing with verifiable premium there is such a great amount to see and do. From meandering the dynamic wooden slows down of Stone Town's market scene to loosening up on the unblemished white sands, these are a couple of the best tourist exercises on the proposal in Zanzibar.

For a large number of tourists, this will in general be a significant feature of the Safari Blue Tour in Zanzibar. Scuba Diving and Snorkeling is an encounter. The coral reefs visit and afterward getting a vibe of it is genuinely a surprising memory. Fret not; the visits are additionally guided with the assistance of a qualified guide on the off chance that it is your first time adventuring the game.

Safari Blue Tour that begins in the fishing town of Fumba in the wonderful region around the Menai Bay, south-west of Zanzibar with excellent sandy beaches, islands, tidal ponds, and lovely view. The boat utilized is the traditional mahogany dhows that Zanzibar is famous for. The entire tour is planned as a comfortable day of swimming, snorkeling around the coral reefs, appreciate and delight in wonderful environmental factors that solitary the turquoise Indian Ocean gloats can show you. During the tour, you are served snacks, coconuts, and lunch.

Snorkeling is one of the numerous valued activities for tourists who take a couple of day’s tours in Zanzibar. In any case, there are additionally some other energizing and intriguing things you can do during your Safari blue tour.  Snorkeling is additionally the fundamental activity, whereby tourist will be taken to the coral reef and the zones which are acceptable and have a bright school of fish.

After the lunch at Kwaleisland, there will be a short tour of the antiquated baobab tree which is said to have over 200 years now, on our way back to the Fumba beach we will again have occasion to swim in the characteristic pool close to the Kwale island, we ordinarily finish our tour around 4:00 pm.

Go on Safari Blue

Safari Blue is known to be Zanzibar's best boat trip. You start in the little village of Fumba on the south coast, cruising on a conventional dhow to Menai Bay where dolphins you get the opportunity to see and swim with dolphins. Snorkeling is the thing to address and you have the opportunity to investigate the reefs. Lunch is a fish buffet that incorporates new lobster, fish, calamari, chicken, and veggie choices served on a shoal. Beverages are likewise included!

The African beats are remarkable, the food is acceptable and there's consistently an incredible blend of tourists and local people appreciating the gathering. You'll go through the late evening moving unshod in the sand, tuning in to reggae under the stars, watching panther print clad artists and fire twirlers doing their thing. For the individuals who need to chill, there are fire pits where you can sit back, unwind, and watch everybody attempting to twerk.

safari blue zanzibar

Price from $50 USD

Full day sea adventure safari.

Inclusions are;

Entrance fee

Guiding fee

Snorkeling equipment usage

Conservation fee

Trained, friendly and professional guide

All government Fee & taxes

Hotel pickup and drop-off can be org aniz ed as per your request.

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Cancellations

BY OUR CLIENT: To cancel of booked tour/excursion, clients must do so by writing to US. This is when the cancellation will be acknowledged. Meanwhile, cancellation is subjected to some percentage off from the tour cost.

BY US: Cancellation of booked will only occur unusual and unpredictable occasion. Importantly, we do try our possible to avoid such occasion. Notably, another date for the tour will be communicated as soon as possible.  

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 The Menai Bay Conservation Area, to the south of Zanzibar, is an area of outstanding natural beauty just waiting for you to discover…

Our aim is to provide our customers with a truly memorable experience using the best Zanzibar has to offer, while making a positive difference to Zanzibar and it’s people. This trip starts from the village of Fumba in South West Zanzibar and we will take you to see the dolphins , sandbanks , islands and coral reefs of Menai Bay, a beautiful conservation area.

In the morning we set down on one of the beautiful sandbanks where one can relax, swim or snorkel. There are plenty of good quality snorkeling equipment and the experienced snorkeling guides will show you the pristine coral reef, which teems with tropical sea life. Instruction is also available for beginners, fresh coconuts and local snacks are available through out the day.

After snorkeling we go to Kwale island where we have our “desert island” restaurant. The buffet lunch includes fish, slipper lobster, calamari, rice and sauces all served hot from the grill. The crews also prepare and present a gastronomic fruits tasting with a large selection of delicious tropical fruits, ice cold sodas, mineral water and beer, a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with grilled fish and slipper lobster, coffee and Amarula liqueur.

The dhows are traditional sailing boats, hand-built from African mahogany and finished to the very highest standards. They are comfortable and well equipped with outboard engine, VHF marine radios, gas inflatable life jackets, sunshade, boarding ladder, waterproof bags and first aid kit. We hold marine and public liability insurance.

Safari Blue explores the Menai Bay Conservation Area, which is home to two different species of dolphins, the Indo-pacific humpback and the bottlenose. We are lucky enough to see dolphins on 85% of our excursions.

Menai Bay has been designated as a Conservation Area since 1998 due to its outstanding natural beauty. The bay has a number of pristine sandbanks, naturally carved by the sea, wind and waves. The sandbanks and uninhabited islands that litter the bay are perfect stepping stones to explore the area.

Depending on the wind, we might return back to Fumba village by sailing using dhows.

Please note: Safari Blue is a sharing trip at the tour place in Fumba, you will be sharing a boat and all other activities with other tourists there, but private transport from your hotel to Fumba and back.

No of people:                       1Pax    2Pax     3Pax   4Pax    5Pax ++

Price per person (US$):     115      90          75       70         65

Note: The above prices are from Stone town hotels, contact us for the prices from any beach hotel.

Pick up from any Stone town hotel is at 08:30am and from beach hotel is at 07:00am.

Similar private trip to Safari Blue is Unguja Ukuu boat trip , this is a private trip, private boat and private location, and avoid overcrowding

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In Transit: Notes from the Underground

Jun 06 2018.

Spend some time in one of Moscow’s finest museums.

Subterranean commuting might not be anyone’s idea of a good time, but even in a city packing the war-games treasures and priceless bejeweled eggs of the Kremlin Armoury and the colossal Soviet pavilions of the VDNKh , the Metro holds up as one of Moscow’s finest museums. Just avoid rush hour.

The Metro is stunning and provides an unrivaled insight into the city’s psyche, past and present, but it also happens to be the best way to get around. Moscow has Uber, and the Russian version called Yandex Taxi , but also some nasty traffic. Metro trains come around every 90 seconds or so, at a more than 99 percent on-time rate. It’s also reasonably priced, with a single ride at 55 cents (and cheaper in bulk). From history to tickets to rules — official and not — here’s what you need to know to get started.

A Brief Introduction Buying Tickets Know Before You Go (Down) Rules An Easy Tour

A Brief Introduction

Moscow’s Metro was a long time coming. Plans for rapid transit to relieve the city’s beleaguered tram system date back to the Imperial era, but a couple of wars and a revolution held up its development. Stalin revived it as part of his grand plan to modernize the Soviet Union in the 1920s and 30s. The first lines and tunnels were constructed with help from engineers from the London Underground, although Stalin’s secret police decided that they had learned too much about Moscow’s layout and had them arrested on espionage charges and deported.

The beauty of its stations (if not its trains) is well-documented, and certainly no accident. In its illustrious first phases and particularly after the Second World War, the greatest architects of Soviet era were recruited to create gleaming temples celebrating the Revolution, the USSR, and the war triumph. No two stations are exactly alike, and each of the classic showpieces has a theme. There are world-famous shrines to Futurist architecture, a celebration of electricity, tributes to individuals and regions of the former Soviet Union. Each marble slab, mosaic tile, or light fixture was placed with intent, all in service to a station’s aesthetic; each element, f rom the smallest brass ear of corn to a large blood-spattered sword on a World War II mural, is an essential part of the whole.

The Metro is a monument to the Soviet propaganda project it was intended to be when it opened in 1935 with the slogan “Building a Palace for the People”. It brought the grand interiors of Imperial Russia to ordinary Muscovites, celebrated the Soviet Union’s past achievements while promising its citizens a bright Soviet future, and of course, it was a show-piece for the world to witness the might and sophistication of life in the Soviet Union.

It may be a museum, but it’s no relic. U p to nine million people use it daily, more than the London Underground and New York Subway combined. (Along with, at one time, about 20 stray dogs that learned to commute on the Metro.)

In its 80+ year history, the Metro has expanded in phases and fits and starts, in step with the fortunes of Moscow and Russia. Now, partly in preparation for the World Cup 2018, it’s also modernizing. New trains allow passengers to walk the entire length of the train without having to change carriages. The system is becoming more visitor-friendly. (There are helpful stickers on the floor marking out the best selfie spots .) But there’s a price to modernity: it’s phasing out one of its beloved institutions, the escalator attendants. Often they are middle-aged or elderly women—“ escalator grandmas ” in news accounts—who have held the post for decades, sitting in their tiny kiosks, scolding commuters for bad escalator etiquette or even bad posture, or telling jokes . They are slated to be replaced, when at all, by members of the escalator maintenance staff.

For all its achievements, the Metro lags behind Moscow’s above-ground growth, as Russia’s capital sprawls ever outwards, generating some of the world’s worst traffic jams . But since 2011, the Metro has been in the middle of an ambitious and long-overdue enlargement; 60 new stations are opening by 2020. If all goes to plan, the 2011-2020 period will have brought 125 miles of new tracks and over 100 new stations — a 40 percent increase — the fastest and largest expansion phase in any period in the Metro’s history.

Facts: 14 lines Opening hours: 5 a.m-1 a.m. Rush hour(s): 8-10 a.m, 4-8 p.m. Single ride: 55₽ (about 85 cents) Wi-Fi network-wide

Buying Tickets

• Ticket machines have a button to switch to English.
• You can buy specific numbers of rides: 1, 2, 5, 11, 20, or 60. Hold up fingers to show how many rides you want to buy.
• There is also a 90-minute ticket , which gets you 1 trip on the metro plus an unlimited number of transfers on other transport (bus, tram, etc) within 90 minutes.
• Or, you can buy day tickets with unlimited rides: one day (218₽/ US$4), three days (415₽/US$7) or seven days (830₽/US$15). Check the rates here to stay up-to-date.
• If you’re going to be using the Metro regularly over a few days, it’s worth getting a Troika card , a contactless, refillable card you can use on all public transport. Using the Metro is cheaper with one of these: a single ride is 36₽, not 55₽. Buy them and refill them in the Metro stations, and they’re valid for 5 years, so you can keep it for next time. Or, if you have a lot of cash left on it when you leave, you can get it refunded at the Metro Service Centers at Ulitsa 1905 Goda, 25 or at Staraya Basmannaya 20, Building 1.
• You can also buy silicone bracelets and keychains with built-in transport chips that you can use as a Troika card. (A Moscow Metro Fitbit!) So far, you can only get these at the Pushkinskaya metro station Live Helpdesk and souvenir shops in the Mayakovskaya and Trubnaya metro stations. The fare is the same as for the Troika card.
• You can also use Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.

Rules, spoken and unspoken

No smoking, no drinking, no filming, no littering. Photography is allowed, although it used to be banned.

Stand to the right on the escalator. Break this rule and you risk the wrath of the legendary escalator attendants. (No shenanigans on the escalators in general.)

Get out of the way. Find an empty corner to hide in when you get off a train and need to stare at your phone. Watch out getting out of the train in general; when your train doors open, people tend to appear from nowhere or from behind ornate marble columns, walking full-speed.

Always offer your seat to elderly ladies (what are you, a monster?).

An Easy Tour

This is no Metro Marathon ( 199 stations in 20 hours ). It’s an easy tour, taking in most—though not all—of the notable stations, the bulk of it going clockwise along the Circle line, with a couple of short detours. These stations are within minutes of one another, and the whole tour should take about 1-2 hours.

Start at Mayakovskaya Metro station , at the corner of Tverskaya and Garden Ring,  Triumfalnaya Square, Moskva, Russia, 125047.

1. Mayakovskaya.  Named for Russian Futurist Movement poet Vladimir Mayakovsky and an attempt to bring to life the future he imagined in his poems. (The Futurist Movement, natch, was all about a rejecting the past and celebrating all things speed, industry, modern machines, youth, modernity.) The result: an Art Deco masterpiece that won the National Grand Prix for architecture at the New York World’s Fair in 1939. It’s all smooth, rounded shine and light, and gentle arches supported by columns of dark pink marble and stainless aircraft steel. Each of its 34 ceiling niches has a mosaic. During World War II, the station was used as an air-raid shelter and, at one point, a bunker for Stalin. He gave a subdued but rousing speech here in Nov. 6, 1941 as the Nazis bombed the city above.

Take the 3/Green line one station to:

2. Belorusskaya. Opened in 1952, named after the connected Belarussky Rail Terminal, which runs trains between Moscow and Belarus. This is a light marble affair with a white, cake-like ceiling, lined with Belorussian patterns and 12 Florentine ceiling mosaics depicting life in Belarussia when it was built.

Transfer onto the 1/Brown line. Then, one stop (clockwise) t o:

3. Novoslobodskaya.  This station was designed around the stained-glass panels, which were made in Latvia, because Alexey Dushkin, the Soviet starchitect who dreamed it up (and also designed Mayakovskaya station) couldn’t find the glass and craft locally. The stained glass is the same used for Riga’s Cathedral, and the panels feature plants, flowers, members of the Soviet intelligentsia (musician, artist, architect) and geometric shapes.

Go two stops east on the 1/Circle line to:

4. Komsomolskaya. Named after the Komsomol, or the Young Communist League, this might just be peak Stalin Metro style. Underneath the hub for three regional railways, it was intended to be a grand gateway to Moscow and is today its busiest station. It has chandeliers; a yellow ceiling with Baroque embellishments; and in the main hall, a colossal red star overlaid on golden, shimmering tiles. Designer Alexey Shchusev designed it as an homage to the speech Stalin gave at Red Square on Nov. 7, 1941, in which he invoked Russia’s illustrious military leaders as a pep talk to Soviet soldiers through the first catastrophic year of the war.   The station’s eight large mosaics are of the leaders referenced in the speech, such as Alexander Nevsky, a 13th-century prince and military commander who bested German and Swedish invading armies.

One more stop clockwise to Kurskaya station,  and change onto the 3/Blue  line, and go one stop to:

5. Baumanskaya.   Opened in 1944. Named for the Bolshevik Revolutionary Nikolai Bauman , whose monument and namesake district are aboveground here. Though he seemed like a nasty piece of work (he apparently once publicly mocked a woman he had impregnated, who later hung herself), he became a Revolutionary martyr when he was killed in 1905 in a skirmish with a monarchist, who hit him on the head with part of a steel pipe. The station is in Art Deco style with atmospherically dim lighting, and a series of bronze sculptures of soldiers and homefront heroes during the War. At one end, there is a large mosaic portrait of Lenin.

Stay on that train direction one more east to:

6. Elektrozavodskaya. As you may have guessed from the name, this station is the Metro’s tribute to all thing electrical, built in 1944 and named after a nearby lightbulb factory. It has marble bas-relief sculptures of important figures in electrical engineering, and others illustrating the Soviet Union’s war-time struggles at home. The ceiling’s recurring rows of circular lamps give the station’s main tunnel a comforting glow, and a pleasing visual effect.

Double back two stops to Kurskaya station , and change back to the 1/Circle line. Sit tight for six stations to:

7. Kiyevskaya. This was the last station on the Circle line to be built, in 1954, completed under Nikita Khrushchev’ s guidance, as a tribute to his homeland, Ukraine. Its three large station halls feature images celebrating Ukraine’s contributions to the Soviet Union and Russo-Ukrainian unity, depicting musicians, textile-working, soldiers, farmers. (One hall has frescoes, one mosaics, and the third murals.) Shortly after it was completed, Khrushchev condemned the architectural excesses and unnecessary luxury of the Stalin era, which ushered in an epoch of more austere Metro stations. According to the legend at least, he timed the policy in part to ensure no Metro station built after could outshine Kiyevskaya.

Change to the 3/Blue line and go one stop west.

8. Park Pobedy. This is the deepest station on the Metro, with one of the world’s longest escalators, at 413 feet. If you stand still, the escalator ride to the surface takes about three minutes .) Opened in 2003 at Victory Park, the station celebrates two of Russia’s great military victories. Each end has a mural by Georgian artist Zurab Tsereteli, who also designed the “ Good Defeats Evil ” statue at the UN headquarters in New York. One mural depicts the Russian generals’ victory over the French in 1812 and the other, the German surrender of 1945. The latter is particularly striking; equal parts dramatic, triumphant, and gruesome. To the side, Red Army soldiers trample Nazi flags, and if you look closely there’s some blood spatter among the detail. Still, the biggest impressions here are the marble shine of the chessboard floor pattern and the pleasingly geometric effect if you view from one end to the other.

Keep going one more stop west to:

9. Slavyansky Bulvar.  One of the Metro’s youngest stations, it opened in 2008. With far higher ceilings than many other stations—which tend to have covered central tunnels on the platforms—it has an “open-air” feel (or as close to it as you can get, one hundred feet under). It’s an homage to French architect Hector Guimard, he of the Art Nouveau entrances for the Paris M é tro, and that’s precisely what this looks like: A Moscow homage to the Paris M é tro, with an additional forest theme. A Cyrillic twist on Guimard’s Metro-style lettering over the benches, furnished with t rees and branch motifs, including creeping vines as towering lamp-posts.

Stay on the 3/Blue line and double back four stations to:

10. Arbatskaya. Its first iteration, Arbatskaya-Smolenskaya station, was damaged by German bombs in 1941. It was rebuilt in 1953, and designed to double as a bomb shelter in the event of nuclear war, although unusually for stations built in the post-war phase, this one doesn’t have a war theme. It may also be one of the system’s most elegant: Baroque, but toned down a little, with red marble floors and white ceilings with gilded bronze c handeliers.

Jump back on the 3/Blue line  in the same direction and take it one more stop:

11. Ploshchad Revolyutsii (Revolution Square). Opened in 1938, and serving Red Square and the Kremlin . Its renowned central hall has marble columns flanked by 76 bronze statues of Soviet heroes: soldiers, students, farmers, athletes, writers, parents. Some of these statues’ appendages have a yellow sheen from decades of Moscow’s commuters rubbing them for good luck. Among the most popular for a superstitious walk-by rub: the snout of a frontier guard’s dog, a soldier’s gun (where the touch of millions of human hands have tapered the gun barrel into a fine, pointy blade), a baby’s foot, and a woman’s knee. (A brass rooster also sports the telltale gold sheen, though I am told that rubbing the rooster is thought to bring bad luck. )

Now take the escalator up, and get some fresh air.

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This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

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This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

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This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

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Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

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Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

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What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

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If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

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Your 48-hour tour guide of Moscow this winter!

9 am – Visit the Red Square 

Christmas market on Red Square

The first thing that every tourist should do by default is visit the very heart of Moscow – it’s main and most beautiful (which ‘krasnaya’ actually meant in Old Russian) square! 

There are several ways to explore it:

• Take a selfie with Spasskaya Tower
• Have a warm drink at the Christmas market (which lasts until mid-January)
• Visit Lenin’s Mausoleum
• Shop in the gorgeous adjacent GUM department store
• Visit St. Basil’s Cathedral (and learn that it’s actually several churches under one roof).           

11 am – It’s Kremlin time! 

Inside the Moscow Kremlin

Entering the Kremlin is, actually, a bit of a quest, as it’s a presidential facility with no general access. You need to buy a ticket or, better still, book a guided tour. Inside the Kremlin’s walls, you will find ancient cathedrals, in which Russian tsars used to be crowned and buried, as well as explore the magnificent architecture of the Kremlin that reflects the rich history of the country. And, finally, you could also make a quick visit to the Moscow Kremlin Museums and admire artifacts from various Russian tsarist eras: carriages, thrones, crowns and the most incredible armory and jewelry. 

For more information, visit the official website of the Kremlin . It’s open from 10 am to 5 pm (and it’s closed on Thursdays) in winter.

2 pm – Watch the changing of the Guard

The honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A very spectacular (and free) thing to do is watch how the honor guard does their ceremonial change at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Eternal Flame, situated in Alexander Garden, right next to the Kremlin wall. Every hour, from 8 am to 8 pm, the 1st Company of the Kremlin (Presidential) Regiment performs this rather old and beautiful tradition. But, be warned, it's often overcrowded. 

3 pm – Enjoy a green oasis just in the center

Florarium in Zaryadye

Just a few steps from the Red Square, you will find the fabulous Zaryadye park. Opened in 2017, it is designed by renowned American architect bureau ‘Diller Scofidio + Renfro’. You can walk among the very cozy botanical decorations and explore Russia’s climate zones, as each of them is represented in dedicated areas, complete with flora from those zones.

The floating bridge in Zaryadye Park

The park also has an underground museum, an “ice cave” and a 3D cinema, where you can take part in a virtual adventure – a flight over Moscow! However, the piece de resistance is a floating boomerang bridge over the Moskva River, one of the best places to take a selfie.

You can also grab a quick lunch or relax with a cup of coffee or tea in the park.

7 pm – Arrange a ballet night

The Bolshoi Theater

Of course, the most fancy way to finish your day in Moscow would be to go to the ballet at the Bolshoi Theater (in a perfect world, to see ‘The Nutcracker’!). However, getting tickets to the Bolshoi is not an easy task and should be done well in advance of your visit. 

But, don’t be upset if you don’t manage to get tickets to the Bolshoi. Moscow has dozens of other options to see a ballet (or opera). No less brilliant performances can be seen in the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theater or in The State Kremlin Palace (by the way, this is another way to get a quick glimpse inside the Kremlin!).

10:30 pm – Have a late dinner in a fancy restaurant

Dr Zhivago restaurant

There are not so many other cities with such a big choice of restaurants in a range of tastes and styles. In 2021, the authoritative Michelin guide announced their pick of the best of Moscow’s restaurants. And here’s our guide to all the places with Russian cuisine for any budget. But, if you happen to be in the area of the Bolshoi or Nemirovich-Danchenko Theater, then ‘Dr. Zhivago’ would definitely be a nice option (and it’s open around the clock).

DAY 2 

9 am – grab a moscow coffee.

Winter festivities mood in Moscow

Moscow is definitely a coffee city! You can find coffee shops on every corner and they all offer a huge range of drinks. Try a ‘raf’ coffee, a sweet, creamy drink that was created in Russia, or dare to pick one of the very unusual offers, like cheese coffee or a Soviet candy style one (check out our coffee guide here ).

10 am – Take a river cruise

Winter boating along the Moskva River

Another exciting way to explore Moscow is to observe it from the water. Boats cruise along the Moskva River all year round. Most begin their route from the Hotel Ukraine, one of Stalin's ‘Seven Sister’ skyscrapers, and will bring you back to the same spot after passing the medieval Novodevichy Convent, Moscow State University and Luzhniki Stadium, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and giant monument to Peter the Great and many other sightseeings. 

It’s always at optimum temperature inside the boat, which also has huge panoramic windows. Select boats also offer a full dining experience, so it is also a nice place to have breakfast or lunch.

If you are not a water person, then discover other, unusual sides of Moscow – pick one of the activities we’ve prepared for you here ! 

1 pm – Visit ‘Russia’ Expo and taste a bunch of Russian regional cuisines

Russia Expo at VDNKh

Until April 2024, the Soviet-era VDNKh exhibition park is hosting the huge ‘Russia’ expo, with tons of activities and expositions devoted to Russia, its culture, science and nature. Check out our special guide on what to do there!  

An entire ‘House of Russian Cuisine’ has been opened at the expo. You will find 15 food stands with flagship dishes from Kamchatka, Siberia, Karelia and other regions of Russia. Imagine trying a range of cuisines and dishes in one place without even having to travel anywhere, be it Altai pelmeni, Tula kalach or Caucasian pies! A perfect place to grab some lunch.

House of Russian cuisines at VDNKh

The VDNKh exhibition park is a great place to visit, in general! Its pavilions are the perfect example of Stalinit Empire style architecture and you can almost feel as if you’ve traveled back in time! You will also find several interesting museums in the park – devoted to space exploration, Russian history and even a ‘Special Purpose Garage’, which showcases the various vehicles used by the country’s leaders. 

'Sun of Moscow' wheel

And, finally, you can ride Europe's tallest panoramic wheel – ‘Sun of Moscow’ – that will give you panoramic views of the city – from a height of 140 meters!

5 pm – Ice skate with view & mulled wine

Ice skating rink on Red Square (GUM department store on the background)

Ice skating is one of the most popular and affordable activities in Moscow. There are several great ice skating rinks in picturesque locations that are open all winter long. One of the biggest rinks in Europe is also at the aforementioned VDNKh or you can visit the one in Gorky Park, another very popular Moscow spot, or the small, but fancy rink – right on Red Square! 

All the parks offer ice skate rental, so the only things you need are warm clothes, a charged phone to record your memories and a good mood!  Moscow also gets dark at 4:30 pm in winter and hundreds of lights are switched on, turning the city into a giant fairy tale! 

A mulled wine with a view

And, if you are not a sports person, we’ve picked several other unusual activities that you could do in Moscow instead. For example, did you know that there is an entire district of dacha (countryside) houses, just 10 minutes from the center, surrounded by giant new highrises? How about taking a stroll there and feeling the early Soviet atmosphere?

8 pm – Warm up & laugh out loud

After all these outdoor activities, what could be better than a warm cozy bar with a hot drink and nice company? Moscow is a city full of entertainment for all tastes. So, if you know the Russian language or want to practice it, go to a theater or catch a stand-up comedy show. Moscow even has comedy shows in English, where you can hear both Russians speaking fluent English or foreigners (including Brits and Americans) who live in Russia speaking in broken or heavily-accented Russian (Check their show dates on the ‘ Moscow English Comedy ’ Telegram channel)!

11 pm – Finish by partying the night away!

Propaganda club in Moscow

Moscow never sleeps, as you might have heard. Which means there are plenty of bars and nightclubs where you can have a drink (or two or three; be sure to check out how Russians make Black Russian and White Russian cocktails) and chat with incredibly different people. Have fun and don’t miss your flight (or miss it and stay longer in the best city in the world!)!

That's it! See you soon in Moscow

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