What you do on the island

Kwale offers a white-sand beach and swimming. A walk leads through the mangrove area to the emerald-green lagoon, then to a baobab more than a century old. You discover the coral reefs by snorkelling, with equipment provided.

The dhow crossing

You leave from Stone Town port aboard a dhow, the region's traditional boat, heading south. The crossing adds to the island itself, which makes for a day of nearly ten hours.

Lunch

It consists of grilled seafood, with lobster possible according to the listing. The meal and a drink are included, alcoholic drinks are not.