Pungume Island Getaway, Private Beach & Local Feast
- Private Pungume Island experience
- Sail along Zanzibar’s beautiful southern coastline
- Snorkel in clear tropical waters
- Discover colorful coral and marine life
- Relax on a secluded beach or sandbank
- Enjoy a freshly prepared Zanzibar seafood feast
- Taste tropical fruits and local specialties
- Swim in crystal-clear Indian Ocean waters
- Enjoy a peaceful escape away from crowded tourist areas
- Flexible private experience for couples, families, friends, and small groups
Escape to the untouched beauty of Pungume Island on a private ocean adventure featuring snorkeling, a secluded beach, turquoise waters, and a freshly prepared Zanzibar seafood feast.
Leave the busy beaches behind and discover one of Zanzibar’s quieter coastal escapes on a private Pungume Island getaway.
Your adventure begins with a comfortable transfer to the coast before boarding your private boat and sailing toward Pungume Island. As you cruise across the turquoise waters of the Menai Bay area, enjoy the peaceful scenery and keep an eye out for marine life along the way.
Arrive at the beautiful waters around Pungume Island, known for its natural marine environment and secluded atmosphere. Take time to snorkel in clear tropical waters, discover colorful coral and tropical fish, or simply relax on board and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
Continue to a secluded beach or sandbank where you can swim, sunbathe, take photographs, and enjoy the feeling of having your own private piece of Zanzibar.
While you relax, your local crew will prepare a delicious Zanzibar-style seafood feast using fresh local ingredients. Enjoy grilled seafood, local specialties, tropical fruits, and refreshing accompaniments served in a relaxed beachfront setting.
After lunch, there is plenty of free time to swim, explore the shoreline, take photos, or simply unwind beside the Indian Ocean before beginning the return journey.
This is more than a beach excursion—it is a chance to experience Zanzibar’s ocean, local flavors, and peaceful island atmosphere in a private and personal way.
1. Hotel Pickup
Your driver collects you from your hotel or accommodation at the agreed pickup time.
2. Drive to the Coast
Travel toward the southern coast of Zanzibar and the departure point for your private boat adventure.
3. Private Boat Cruise to Pungume
Board your private boat and sail across the turquoise waters toward Pungume Island.
4. Snorkeling Experience
Stop at suitable snorkeling waters and explore the tropical marine environment. Snorkeling duration depends on sea and weather conditions.
5. Private Beach & Sandbank Time
Continue to a secluded beach or sandbank. Swim, relax, sunbathe, take photographs, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
6. Local Seafood Feast
Your crew prepares a freshly cooked Zanzibar-style seafood lunch. Depending on availability, the meal may include grilled fish and other seafood, accompanied by local dishes, salad, rice or other traditional sides, and tropical fruits.
7. Relaxation & Swimming
Enjoy free time after lunch to swim, walk along the beach, take photos, or simply relax by the ocean.
8. Return Boat Journey
Board your private boat and cruise back toward the mainland.
9. Hotel Drop-Off
Your driver transfers you back to your hotel, completing your Pungume Island getaway.
Hotel pickup is available from Kiwengwa region, including Kiwengwa, Matemwe, Pongwe, Pwani Mchangani, and nearby areas.
Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking and depends on your hotel location, boat departure point, tides, and sea conditions.
Please be ready at your hotel reception or designated pickup point 10 minutes before the confirmed pickup time.
For accommodations outside our pick up areas, an additional transfer fee may apply.
After your Pungume Island experience, enjoy a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel or accommodation.
Drop-off is available to major areas including Kiwengwa, Matemwe, Pongwe, Pwani Mchangani and surrounding areas.
Your exact drop-off time may vary depending on the boat journey, tides, sea conditions, and your hotel location.
Please provide your accommodation details when booking so we can arrange the most convenient drop-off point.
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Comfortable beachwear
- Waterproof phone/camera
- Reusable water bottle
- Cash for personal expenses
- Change of clothes
- Private return boat
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional local guide/boat crew
- Snorkeling equipment
- Seafood lunch
- Tropical fruits
- Soft drinks/water
- Use of private beach/sandbank area where applicable
- Applicable activity and landing fees
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Extra activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Private photography or video services unless booked separately
Please be ready at your hotel reception or designated pickup point 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time.
Your driver will meet you and take you to the boat departure point for your Pungume Island adventure.
Please have your booking confirmation available and ensure you have brought your swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and other personal essentials.
The exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking based on your hotel location, departure point, tides, and sea conditions.
- This is a private experience for your group.
- Vegetarian and other dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
- Please inform us of any food allergies or special dietary requirements when booking.
- The seafood menu depends on the day's local availability.
- Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult.
- Boat routes and stops may change according to tides and weather conditions.
- The experience is designed to be relaxed, flexible, and personalized.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled activity for a full refund.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure or no-shows may be non-refundable.
In the event of unsafe weather or sea conditions, Maryam Tours Zanzibar may reschedule the excursion or offer an appropriate alternative in accordance with the applicable booking terms.
