Nakupenda Sandbank
About
Nakupenda (in English denotes to “I Love You”) is undeniably a magical place with one of the world’s gorgeous sandbanks, brilliant birds, beautiful beaches, limpid and crystalline water. If you are looking for the most romantic place to experience the best summer vibes, then you have a million reasons to consider Nakupenda Sandbank on your bucket-list excursion or tour.
Location
Nakupenda Sandbank is set close to Stone Town which makes a day excursion possible to be conducted. It is found at the Centre of Zanzibar Island, one of the best places to begin or end your Zanzibar Vacation.
You can access Nakupenda Sandbank, by 30 minutes boat ride from Stone town shores bypass Prison Island which is also popular for its giant tortoises and it is possible to have a day excursion here exploring the beautiful sea creatures, sunbathing, enjoying the different sea food, drinks, Swahili-Arabian cuisines, have a taste of seasonal fruits or go experience the best of snorkeling adventure from Prison Island while viewing the spectacular colored coral and tropical fish species. This can be done prior getting to the magical Nakupenda Sandbank for yet another fun-filled experiences.
Things to do at Nakupenda SandBank
Snorkeling
Nakupenda Island is one of the best places in East Africa to enjoy snorkeling adventures. It is a magical experience which draws you close to diversity of marine species and you can have the best of this during morning hours.
Relax while enjoying the clear blue waters
Nakupenda Sandbank features one of the best beaches making it an ideal relaxing place for beach lovers. Enjoy the refreshing breeze from the Indian Ocean, grab for yourself some fresh sea foods and have lots of fun.
Swimming
No better way to cool yourself than embarking on swimming. Don’t consume other people’s stories about how enjoyable it is to swim on the blue waters of Nakupenda Beach but experience it yourself and have a story to tell.
You may also add on your Nakupenda experience with Prison Island. This is a magical site of its own. Its establishment by the British commissioner was mainly to serve as a prison but interestingly, it became a treatment center and today is of no doubt one of the best destinations where you can witness the giant tortoises. At Prison Island, it is possible to go snorkeling or sunbathing.
FAQs
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