River Cruises in Zanzibar City
Compare 146 river cruises in Zanzibar City, with prices from €18. Top rated: Private Tour to Mnemba Island with Lunch (4.8★).
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Rojulumo·2026-08-25·
★ 5.0
Zanzibar - Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank with Lunch (BBQ)
Very fun experience
Very fun excursion, we saw an island with giant tortoises and then we went to a sandbar and ate a barbecue with seafood and more things, we even bought a few things The agency treated us phenomenally
U5975CPmartab·2026-07-25·
★ 5.0
Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch
Amazing unique experience
The driver came on time, a thin that I really appreciate. When we got there the manager waited with us until the whole group came for the activity. We had coffee with him. The boat trip was smooth, an amazing sandbank, not crowded at all. They cooked fish bbq for us, super tasty. After, we had the opportunity tu do snorkel next to another island. Amazing experience!!
jeskap2025·2025-10-20·
★ 5.0
Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island Boat tour with lunch
Nakupenda & Prison Island Excursion was incredible with Blue Wave islands boat trip
We had an extraordinary day in Prison Island and Nakupenda, a true tropical paradise! The island is simply enchanting, with quiet beache, crystal clear water, We saw the Aldabra Giant tortoises, some of them are more than 160 years, Incredible lunch on Nakupenda sandbank, explored the different fishes rich in colorful corals, Special thank go to our guide, who made the experience even more memorable. He is knowledgeable, friendly and very professional, he engaged us with his passionate explanations and always made us feel safe, even while snorkelling.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest river cruises in Zanzibar City?
The Zanzibar Full-Day Tour Stone Town Prison Island and Nakupenda BBQ is the lowest price here, at €18 per adult. Typical prices are €119 to €1277. Private and full-day options cost more.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 145 experiences, followed by French, German, Italian and Spanish; Castilian. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Do river cruises in Zanzibar City have free cancellation?
Most do. 84% of the options on this page can be cancelled for a full refund, and each experience page shows the exact deadline.
How long do river cruises in Zanzibar City last?
Most last about 8 hours. Seven options take 2 hours or less, and the longest lasts 15 days.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 144 of the 146 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Are there tours with hotel pickup?
124 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Private Full Day Tour to Spice Farm Stone Town and Prison Island. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Which tour do travellers rate highest?
The Unique private Stone Town tour & Prison Island tour in Zanzibar is rated 4.9 from 63 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
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