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1 Day Funzi Island Dhow Excursion | Funzi Sandbank & Kinazini Canoe Tour | Travel Tamaro Adventures

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Diani Beach

The 1 Day Funzi Island Dhow Excursion is one of Kenya’s most beautiful coastal adventures, taking you to the peaceful and unspoiled Funzi Island, located south of Diani Beach. This tropical paradise is famous for its stunning mangrove forests, traditional villages, pristine sandbanks, and the spectacular Ramisi River Estuary.

Enjoy a traditional dhow cruise, explore the famous Kinazini River by canoe, spot crocodiles and exotic birdlife, relax on a secluded sandbank, and indulge in a delicious Swahili seafood lunch.
This excursion is perfect for couples, honeymooners, families, and nature lovers.

Tour Highlights

  • Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise
  • Kinazini River Canoe Excursion
  • Crocodile Spotting
  • Funzi Island Village Visit
  • Spectacular Sandbank Experience
  • Mangrove Forest Exploration
  • Swahili Seafood Lunch
  • Bird Watching and Nature Photography

1 Day Excursion No overnight

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Return road transfers
  • Traditional Dhow Cruise
  • Canoe Excursion
  • Seafood Lunch
  • Bottled Drinking Water
  • Services of Professional Guide
  • Village Tour
  • Drinks and beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Comfortable sandals
  • Light clothing
  • Extra clothes for changing
  • Binoculars for bird watching

Safari Destinations

Departure

Daily

Group Size

1-7

Best Time

Always

Safari Highligts

Duration: 1 Day

Departure: Diani Beach / Mombasa

Destination: Funzi Island

Tour Type: Private or Shared Excursion

Transport: Hotel Transfers & Traditional Dhow

Detailed Itinerary

Pick Up from Hotel

You will be picked up from your hotel in Diani Beach or Mombasa and driven to Bodo Village, the gateway to Funzi Island.
The journey takes approximately one hour through scenic coastal villages and coconut plantations.

Traditional Dhow Cruise

Board a traditional Arabian dhow and sail through the beautiful waters of the Ramisi River Estuary.

Enjoy magnificent views of:

  • Mangrove forests
  • Small islands
  • Traditional fishing villages
  • Diverse birdlife

Kinazini River Canoe Excursion

Transfer to smaller canoes and cruise along the peaceful Kinazini River.
The river is famous for:

  • Crocodiles
  • Kingfishers
  • Herons
  • Eagles
  • Mangrove ecosystems

This tranquil experience offers incredible opportunities for photography and bird watching.

Funzi Sandbank Experience

Depending on the tides, visit the spectacular Funzi Sandbank, a pristine stretch of white sand surrounded by turquoise waters.

Enjoy:

  • Swimming
  • Relaxation
  • Sunbathing
  • Photography

Seafood Lunch on Funzi Island

Proceed to Funzi Island for a delicious Swahili lunch.

Typical menu includes:

  • Fresh Fish
  • Crab
  • Prawns
  • Coconut Rice
  • Chapati
  • Seasonal Fruits

Vegetarian meals are available upon request.

Funzi Village Walk

Take a guided walk through Funzi Village and learn about the local Swahili culture and traditional way of life.

Explore:

  • Traditional homes
  • Coconut farming
  • Fishing activities
  • Local customs and history

Return Dhow Cruise

Board your dhow and enjoy a relaxing cruise back to the mainland.

Return to Hotel

Drive back to your hotel, arriving in the early evening.

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