A 20-minute boat ride from the Msasani Peninsula to Bongoyo Island Marine Reserve.
Snorkelling over shallow coral and a stretch of white sand with palm shade.
A grilled-fish lunch on the beach.
Overview
Just off the coast of Dar es Salaam, Bongoyo is a small, uninhabited island where you can swim, snorkel and lie in the shade. It gives you a proper beach day without a flight to Zanzibar.
Trips depend on the tide and the wind, and we confirm the timing with the boat crew the day before. See the Dar es Salaam page for more of the city.
Tour facts
Difficulty
Easy
Group sizes
Private, Joining safari
Great for
All ages
Languages
English, Swahili
Start point
Dar es Salaam
Guest rating
4.8 / 5
Best months to travel
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Boat to Bongoyo IslandDar es Salaam
We collect from your hotel and drive to the Slipway on Msasani Peninsula. A short boat ride takes you to the island, where you snorkel the shallow reef and relax on the beach.
Lunch is grilled fish or chicken with rice on the island. We return by boat in the afternoon and drop you at your hotel.
Photos from the trip
What’s included
Private vehicle with driver-guide from your hotel and back
Entrance and guide fees for the places named on the day plan
Bottled water and a packed lunch or a local lunch as described
Small group or private, as booked, with a local guide
Not included
Drinks and meals not described in the day plan
Tips for guides and drivers (optional, but appreciated)
Travel insurance and personal expenses
Anything not named in the day plan
Prices by season
Per person in USD, 2026 rates, based on 2 travellers sharing.
Year-round rate
1 Jan – 31 Dec
$90
Travelling in a group? You save
Per-person price for the Year-round rate rate.
1 traveller
$137
--52%
2 travellers
$90
-0%
3 travellers
$87
-3%
4 travellers
$86
-5%
5 travellers
$84
-7%
6 travellers
$82
-9%
7 travellers
$81
-10%
8 travellers
$80
-11%
Frequently asked questions
What time do we start and finish?
We usually collect from your hotel between 7 and 8 a.m. and are back by late afternoon. We confirm the exact times when you book.
What should I bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a hat, a light rain jacket and a little cash for tips or souvenirs. We send a short checklist when you book.
Can we change the day or the plan?
Yes. Day trips are private by default, so we can shift the timing or swap stops to suit you. Just tell us early.
