The Sandbank Picnic
 
This full day excursion is suitable for anyone, from those who wish to completely relax to those who want adventure and excitement.

We board the dhow at the hotel and then set sail towards Prison Island, to see the remains of the prison built to condemn Zanzibari citizens to isolation and watch the giant tortoises shuffle through the trees, with the patience that old age brings. From there we will do some snorkeling with a guide and teacher to see the stunning array of coloured corals and tropical fish of the islands. Then hop back onboard and let us sail you away to a sand bank where brilliant birdlife exists. A seemingly uninhabited and quiet bank in the ocean suddenly comes to life with millions of birds flying overhead and ghost crabs scurrying across the golden sands. After lunch relax on the sandbank listening to the birdlife around you and the hush of waves lapping against the shore. For the more active discover more underwater life around the sandbank and listen to stories from our crew about sailing the seven seas.

We will slowly sail back to Stone Town after soaking up the sun and return back to the Serena Inn by 03:30pm, relaxed and fall more in love with Zanzibar than you thought imaginable!


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ITINERARY
• 09:30 – Meet at the Zanzibar Serena Inn reception - Guide briefing
• 09:45 – Climb onboard the dhow, meet the crew and set sail Sail to Prison Island, guide does a talk on sailing etc
• 10:30 – Arrive at the Prison Island, guide will take you to see the giant tortoises and snorkelling area for about an hour for swim and snorkel Hop back onboard and sail to the sandbank
• 12:30 – BBQ Lunch prepared and served by the Serena Hotel when more than 08persons are on the trip, otherwise Packed Lunch Boxes. Meals are served at tables, under a sunshade made of Mirikani sails Afterwards relax and swim around the sand bank. Set sail back to Stone Town
• 15:30 – Arrive back at the Serena Inn and disembark on the beach

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SANDBANK PICNIC
BBQ BUFFET MENU


FRESH GARDEN SALAD
BAKED POTATOES
SELECTION OF SAUCES

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GRILLED CALAMARI
GRILLED FISH
GRILLED OCTOPUS
GRILLED CHICKEN
GRILLED VEGETABLES

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SELECTION OF FRUITS

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LEMONGRASS TEA & SPICE COFFEE