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Discover the famous Zanzibar vibes 

On this Tour WOW leads you to one of the best ocean adventures around Zanzibar. The adventures of swimming, snorkeling, relaxing, amazing food, discovering the wonders of mother nature, and  of course with the famous Zanzibar vibes. With a typical wooden Zanzibar boat we go snorkeling and explore the beautiful underwater world of Menai Bay. Sometimes dolphins will join us on our adventure and pup up next to the boat.  Another stop will be Kwale Island, Snorkel into the mangroves, explore the beautiful nature, and enjoy an amazing seafood BBQ lunch on the tropical beach of Kwale Island. One more spectacular highlight of Safari Blue, will be a relaxing time on the magical sandbank in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by crystal clear turquoise water. This is  really how paradise on earth looks like.

Duration of Safari blue is full day

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Zanzibar safari blue trip

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Safari Blue trip is a full day tour along Menai bay, which is one of the best coral reefs in Zanzibar. Main activities in the tour includes visit to naturally occurring sandbanks, Swimming & Snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, visiting Kwale island with its natural green lagoon and Climbing the old Baobab tree for spectacular view of the Island. 

If you love ocean, this tour for you. You will witness countless colourful fishes and other sea creatures that survive among the coral reefs and underwater plants which together form the barrier reef ecosystem in the bay.

During the tour enjoy the fresh seafood barbeque; Octopus, Lobsters, squids, Calamaris, Fishes. Exotic fresh fruit tasting like Banana, Watermelon, Pineapple, Mangoes. This will be the best adventurous day for your stay in Zanzibar Islands, and you will understand why we call this “Blue Safari”

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Safari Blue Highlights!

• Swimming and Snorkeling around Menai Bay area
• Seafoods BBQ Lunch; Octopus, Lobsters, Squids, Prawns, etc.
• Tropical Fruits; Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapple, Watermelon etc.
• Sailing with Traditional boat
• Visit Kwale Island, natural Lagoon & Sandbank

Tour Prices

NOTE:  These prices  excluded transport costs because it depends on the location of your Hotel. Please reach us and we will provide you full price based on your Hotel location!

Price per person

Price per person; for group of above 25 person please contact us.

Price Includes

• English Speaking Guide
• Sailing Boat
• Snorkeling Equipments
• Lunch (Seafood BBQ, Chicken, or Vegetarian options)
• Tropical Fruits
• Soft Drinks
• All government fees
• Hotel Pick up/ Drop-off; for extra charge.

Explore Zanzibar Blue Safari Today!

Safari blue is one among the best enjoyable things you can do in your Zanzibar vacation.  It is called Blue Safari because of the ocean blueness that you feel during the tour.

It is totally a whole day playing with the ocean in Menai bay conservation area. The Menai Bay Conservation Area is located in Menai Bay, west south coast of Unguja Zanzibar. 

This is the largest marine conserved area with 470 square kilometres (180 sq mi), comprising extensive coral reefs, colorful tropical fish, a lot of sea creatures, and mangrove forests. 

All together make the best tourists experience when they visit Zanzibar islands.

Safari Blue Trip FAQs

Exactly, we do provide transport from and back to any Hotel in Zanzibar.

Very simple! Please contact us vi Whatsapp or tour booking form.

Swimming clothes, Water shoes, and Towels. 

Prices for Safari blue vary based on the number of people, or whether private or sharing. Actually, the higher the number of people the less the price per person.

Yes, we accept card & cash payment. 

Safari blue takes approximately 6 hours to complete the trip.

The tour is normally ends around 15:30 – 16:00. Its difficult to do another tour.

If you would like to go somewhere after the tour, then we would recommend you have a Sunset dinner at Cape Town Fish Market Restaurant in Stone town. 

Swimming & Snorkeling, Sandbank relaxing, Testing tropical fruits, Fresh seafood lunch, learning the history of a big baobab tree, swimming at the natural swimming pool, visiting and shopping at souvenirs shops in Kwale island.

Absolutely, the Menai bay conservation area is where we do Safari blue. This is the place with thousands of sea creatures which serve the best experience for the snorkelers.

Safari blue, comes with two options; Private or Sharing depending on your interests and budget. If you are a family, we can recommend you to take a private boat.

Nearly all days you can go Safari Blue Trip, just check the weather for a specific day. Windy day is not good for snorkeling. 

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The Safari Blue experience is an unmissable day tour in waters around the islands of Zanzibar, in a traditional Dhow. Includes guided snorkelling, sandbank stop, swimming in a mangrove lagoon and delicious seafood buffet!

Fumba (Zanzibar)

Join this full day excursion with The Safari Blue Crew for an epic day of aquatic activities. Laid-back or lively, a Safari Blue day is filled with choice. Dolphins are spotted on 90% of all trips as the Menai bay.

This excursion includes a pick up and drop off at any hotel in the Stone Town.  Pick up time is 0830, and you can expect to be back around 1700.

A typical day on the safari blue excursion would be as follows:

Morning : Your Safari Blue Experience begins in the little fishing village of Fumba, just 30 minutes from Stone Town. From here set out to sea into the Menai Bay where conservation efforts have allowed dolphins to flourish.

Mid - Morning : Land on a powdery sandbank where the team will set up sunshades and fit you with snorkel gear. From here enjoy frolicking in the shallows or bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibari sky.

Late - Morning : Snorkel over two different reefs in the morning, both locations offering a variety of pristine marine life. Take advantage of the crew's expertise as they guide you to the best viewing spots.

Lunchtime: The Kwale Island restaurant is ready and waiting for your arrival. Feast on the famous fresh seafood buffet. Taste 10-15 of Zanzibar's exotic fruits. Sip on Amarula and coffee. Drinks are abundantly served throughout the day.

Mid - Afternoon : Discover all that Kwale island has to offer. Sail on a traditional Ngalawa canoe, explore the mangroves, climb an ancient baobab, witness the coral formations, swim or lounge the afternoon away on a day-bed or the beach.

Late - Afternoon : When the day is done, the crew hoists the lateen sail as you make a leisurely voyage back to Fumba as the sun sets on your glorious day in paradise.

What is included in the tour

• Transfers from Stone Town to Fumba and back
• Shared Dhow excursion starting and ending in Fumba
• Snorkelling including all gear available in different sizes
• Visit to a sandback (tide dependant)
• Swimming in a mangrove lagoon
• Seafood Buffet (different dietary requirements can be catered)
• Soft drinks

What is NOT included in the tour

• Tips and gratuities
• Drinks outside of those mentioned
• Any items of a personal nature
• Snorkel : Glide through the warm Indian Ocean and gaze at the abundant and diverse marine life
• Swim : From the sandbank, boat and Kwale island - the day is filled with opportunities!
• Sunbathe : Relax and bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibari sky
• Baobab : Climb a giant and unusual baobab tree, or just admire it from the ground
• Ngalawa : Sail on a double-outrigger canoe used by local fishermen
• Mangroves : When the tide allows, swim through a lush mangrove forest in a beautiful hidden lagoon

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Morning: 0800 from beach hotel or 0830 from stone town hotel

Things to bring: A hat, suncreen, flip flops, swimsuit, beach towel.

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Safari Blue Tour Zanzibar: Snorkeling, Sandbanks, and Seafood Delights

Imagine a day filled with warm ocean breezes, crystal-clear waters, pristine sandbanks, and the thrill of discovering marine life in the Indian Ocean. This is what the Safari Blue Tour in Zanzibar promises to offer. From snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs to indulging in freshly caught seafood, it’s an adventure that combines natural beauty, marine exploration, and authentic island experiences. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a virtual Safari Blue Tour, highlighting the mesmerizing sights, exhilarating activities, and delectable treats that make this experience a must on your Zanzibar itinerary.

The Safari Blue Experience

Safari Blue is more than just a boat tour; it’s a full-day adventure that encapsulates the essence of Zanzibar’s coastal charm. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Dhow Sailing : Your journey begins on a traditional dhow, a sailboat used for centuries in East Africa. The gently billowing sail, wooden deck, and panoramic views set the scene for a day of pure relaxation.

2. Snorkeling and Marine Life : The tour stops at some of the most enchanting snorkeling spots in the Menai Bay Conservation Area. Dive into the pristine waters and discover a world teeming with colorful fish and coral formations. With a bit of luck, you might even encounter dolphins, turtles, and vibrant marine life.

3. Sandbanks and Beach Bliss : Safari Blue includes a visit to the ever-shifting sandbanks in the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect spot for sunbathing, beachcombing, and simply enjoying the endless horizons.

4. Freshly Prepared Seafood : Seafood lovers are in for a treat. Your adventure includes a seafood feast prepared right on the boat. From grilled fish and lobster to tropical fruit platters, the culinary experience is a highlight.

5. Swahili Culture : The tour provides a glimpse into the local way of life. Visit a traditional fishing village and interact with the friendly inhabitants, gaining insight into their culture and customs.

6. Mangrove Lagoon : Safari Blue often includes a visit to the mangrove lagoons of Zanzibar. Paddle through the tranquil waters, learn about the ecosystem, and appreciate the beauty of the mangrove forests.

Practical Tips

Make sure to wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat to protect yourself from the sun.

Bring your swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes.

Don’t forget your underwater camera to capture the mesmerizing marine life during snorkeling.

Respect the marine environment and the local communities you visit during the tour.

Check the weather conditions before booking to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.

The Safari Blue Tour in Zanzibar is an adventure that combines the best of the island’s natural beauty and vibrant marine life with authentic cultural experiences. It’s a day filled with relaxation, exploration, and culinary delights that will leave you with cherished memories of your time in Zanzibar. So, when you plan your visit to this tropical paradise, don’t miss the opportunity to set sail on the Safari Blue Tour and discover the wonders of the Indian Ocean in style.

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Immerse yourself in the ultimate Zanzibar experience with Safari Blue. From snorkeling in pristine waters teeming with marine life to strolling along sun-soaked sandbanks, so plan your Safari Blue adventure now for a day of relaxation, exploration, and culinary delights that capture the essence of Zanzibar’s coastal charm.

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Itinerary summary.

This is a full day boat tour. The boats are traditional hand-built sailing dhows finished to the very highest standards of comfort and safety. The tour touches the key attraction spots on the South West waters protected by the Menai Bay Consercation. The Safari Blue in Zanzibar is one the most popular excursions in East Africa and has been running great days out since 1996.

What the Trip Includes

Visit a mangrove lagoon.

Explore the mangrove lagoon hidden inside Kwale Island.

Visit and climb a Baobab tree

Climb the tree and get a great view from the top! If lucky you'll find massive coconut crabs living inside its hollow trunk.

Sandbank relaxation

Explore safe snorkeling and enjoy relaxation under the shade. More snorkeling on a dedicated snorkeling trip .

Dolphins siting

See dolphins on 90% of our water excursion (Indo-Pacific Humpback and the Bottle-nose dolphins). See more dolphins on a dedicated Dolphin Tour .

Seafood lunch

Served at our desert island restaurant, includes a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with grilled fish and slipper lobster, gastronomic fruit tasting, coffee and Amarula.

Prices for the Safari Blue in Zanzibar

Pick-up and drop off would be calculated for you separately depending on your location.

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You will  be  taken  by  Mini  bus  to  Fumba  from  the  hotel,  from  there  board  on  a  traditional  dhow  boat  and  enjoy  the  magic  of the isolated sand banks and rugged island. A full day sailing around mangroves and snorkeling along some of the best coral reefs  Zanzibar .

Safari blue is a full day boat trip on a traditional hand build mahogany sailing dhow. Safari Blue explores the Menai Bay Conservation  Area, which is home to two different species of dolphins, the Indo-pacific humpback and the bottlenose.

A seafood BBQ  lunch is served on an island  at the sand bank.

Timing : Full day excursion – Depart from the hotel reception at 08h00 and return around 17h30 by mini bus. What to take with you : lots of sun cream, swimming costume, hat.

Depart North/ North East/ South/South East: $150/ pers A minimum of 2 persons for each tour

For single person add 50% on price above

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Safari blue trip in Zanzibar is a full day sea adventure tour with lots of fascinating things including swimming, snorkeling, sea foods testing and sailing on a traditional dhow.

full day Day $ 50 pp

The Safari Blue Zanzibar is yet another popular tour that we have been organizing for quite a while. This tour is the perfect option for sea lovers, and those who would like the opportunity of experiencing the sea and sea creatures in a unique way. This tour is in fact not only about a traditional boat trip or swim, as you will be able to do more than that.

First of all this is a full day tour. Consequently you are going to have the opportunity of spending a full day packed with different options. As a full day sea safari, this tour is very popular considering that it is only offered at the price of $50 per person. The dhow departs from Fumba Beach at 9am, and generally we get back at around 3:30pm.

Zanzibar Island is known for its beautiful sea and you simply cannot visit Zanzibar without making sure to enjoy its seas. This Safari Blue Trip in Zanzibar will give you a great possibility to do just that.

One of the main attractions of this tour is the 200 year old baobab tree. Many try to climb this tree so as to try to reach the top and enjoy the spectacular views from up there. Within its hollow trunk there are also coconut crabs living, so you might even be able to see one of these gigantic crabs.

During this tour you will also be given a guided tour of the well known mangrove lagoon. This is practically hidden away in Kwale Island, and if it were not for this tour you will not be able to visit this marvellous place. Being able to swim in this protected mangrove forest is quite simply an unforgettable experience, and many refer to it as a natural swimming pool. During high tide the experience is even more memorable.

You will also be able to see the naturally occurring sandbanks which the Menai Bay Conservation Society has said to be safe for swimming. So you could also take a dip there. Many tourists commented on the great time they had simply relaxing in gorgeous natural settings which are not to be easily found in many countries. The turquoise waters are crystal clear and you could easily manage to see dolphins swimming around the area.

This is simply quite like heaven on earth – ever imagined swimming in blue waters, or sunbathing on the white sandy beach with coconuts all above you – well, this is what it is like during this tour. We organize several different tours in Zanzibar but the full day Zanzibar blue safari trip is quite simply one of the most memorable ones. No wonder it is so popular! It is the kind of tour that allows you to truly relax and have the time of your life. You will simply forget all about your worries and the hectic life you lead because once you are able to indulge in such beautiful settings you will simply be living a dream. However, this is not a dream as it can be a reality. And visiting Zanzibar without booking this unique Zanzibar safari blue tour would be a pity as it can be one of the main highlights of your vacation.

This is a group tour, and in most cases it starts at 9am. If you are staying outside of Fumba Village, there will be extra costs associated with transport. For more information do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to assist you with the booking process, as well as to answer any queries you might have about the Safari Blue Trip in Zanzibar or any other tour that we organize.

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* Is a full day sea adventure trip

* starts from 9:30am and ends by 4pm

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* snorkeling activity is not much longer

* It has no restrictions to any age

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Transfer from and return to your hotel is available only for the additional costs

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 The Menai Bay Conservation Area, to the south of Zanzibar, is an area of outstanding natural beauty just waiting for you to discover…

Our aim is to provide our customers with a truly memorable experience using the best Zanzibar has to offer, while making a positive difference to Zanzibar and it’s people. This trip starts from the village of Fumba in South West Zanzibar and we will take you to see the dolphins , sandbanks , islands and coral reefs of Menai Bay, a beautiful conservation area.

In the morning we set down on one of the beautiful sandbanks where one can relax, swim or snorkel. There are plenty of good quality snorkeling equipment and the experienced snorkeling guides will show you the pristine coral reef, which teems with tropical sea life. Instruction is also available for beginners, fresh coconuts and local snacks are available through out the day.

After snorkeling we go to Kwale island where we have our “desert island” restaurant. The buffet lunch includes fish, slipper lobster, calamari, rice and sauces all served hot from the grill. The crews also prepare and present a gastronomic fruits tasting with a large selection of delicious tropical fruits, ice cold sodas, mineral water and beer, a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with grilled fish and slipper lobster, coffee and Amarula liqueur.

The dhows are traditional sailing boats, hand-built from African mahogany and finished to the very highest standards. They are comfortable and well equipped with outboard engine, VHF marine radios, gas inflatable life jackets, sunshade, boarding ladder, waterproof bags and first aid kit. We hold marine and public liability insurance.

Safari Blue explores the Menai Bay Conservation Area, which is home to two different species of dolphins, the Indo-pacific humpback and the bottlenose. We are lucky enough to see dolphins on 85% of our excursions.

Menai Bay has been designated as a Conservation Area since 1998 due to its outstanding natural beauty. The bay has a number of pristine sandbanks, naturally carved by the sea, wind and waves. The sandbanks and uninhabited islands that litter the bay are perfect stepping stones to explore the area.

Depending on the wind, we might return back to Fumba village by sailing using dhows.

Please note: Safari Blue is a sharing trip at the tour place in Fumba, you will be sharing a boat and all other activities with other tourists there, but private transport from your hotel to Fumba and back.

No of people:                       1Pax    2Pax     3Pax   4Pax    5Pax ++

Price per person (US$):     115      90          75       70         65

Note: The above prices are from Stone town hotels, contact us for the prices from any beach hotel.

Pick up from any Stone town hotel is at 08:30am and from beach hotel is at 07:00am.

Similar private trip to Safari Blue is Unguja Ukuu boat trip , this is a private trip, private boat and private location, and avoid overcrowding

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Sailing Experiences from Safari Blue Zanzibar

Our sailing experiences are more than just boat tours. We’ve been in the business of amazing days out on the waters around Zanzibar since 1996. There is nothing standard or ordinary about Zanzibar or the azure blue waters of the Menai Conservation area where we tour.

For those who want an all inclusive day on the water on a traditional Dhow and a seafood feast for lunch on Kwale Island , our most popular (and most copied) product the Safari Blue Experience is the perfect day out.

For those who want to stay in their social bubble we have a new ‘ Bubble Boat’ which is the same great Safari Blue experience but in your own boat.

Food, beverages and beers are included in all our experiences, but for those who like a little more cocktail fun on their day out, we’ve opened a new bar on Kwale Island where we stop for lunch. Read more about The Sand Bar here.

For more of a treat…

For those who want something more bespoke, more high-end, more away from the crowd, trips to different islands, we offer private charters on traditional Dhows . These experiences give something tailored for you, private for you and your guests. Just perfect for those special treats, getting away from it all, private parties, family celebrations, romantic get-aways, proposals or bucket list experiences. Contact us to discuss any special plans you might have or book your date here and talk over the details later.

The waters and islands around Zanzibar are amazing, we do our best to make your Safari Blue experiences magical.

Keeping our footprint small.

We take an environmentally friendly approach by minimizing our footprint, reducing waste, recycling where we can, composting food waste, harvesting rain water and using solar energy. We cook with gas where possible, we never use plastic bags, plastic plates or disposable cups and handle all our rubbish responsibly. (We are currently offering plastic cups to our guests as a Covid safety measure.)

OUR RESPONSE TO COVID-19

We are open.

We did remain closed during the first months of the pandemic and during that time our staff were furloughed and retrained in new Covid-safe operating procedures. As Zanzibar starts to get back to normal, we continue to take our customer safety seriously. To read more about the measures we are taking, please visit our COVID-19 page .

In addition to our new procedures, we’ve also created a new ‘ Bubble Boat ‘ tour for those who want to experience our renowned Safari Blue tour but in their own ‘social bubble’.

Our 3 current experiences are below – read how you can still have a great day out with Safari Blue.

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Safari Blue Experience

The Safari Blue Experience is an amazing full-day sailing trip on a traditional wooden dhow to the stunning Menai Bay Conservation Area near Zanzibar where two snorkel spots filled with the most colourful corals and fish await you. During the day, you also visit a sandbank for a refreshing dip, satisfy your tastebuds with a delicious Swahili seafood lunch , and take a refreshing d ive between mangroves. And , as a bonus, you might even spot some dolphins!

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Safari blue trip in Zanzibar is one among the best sea adventures in the Zanzibar island, not only sailing along with the traditional dhow but also you can have snorkeling, swim, and relaxing on a white sandy beach on a sandbank. In addition to all, there are plenty of sea foods whom are all waiting for you to be tested, The dhow departs from the fumba or kikungwi beach at 09:00am and we get back around 04:30pm. With your Safari Blue guide, you will explore the mangrove lagoon hidden inside the Kwale island.  Swimming into the protected mangrove forest at high tide is an unforgettable experience. This mangrove lagoon is famous known as natural swimming pool,

The 200 year baobab tree is another attraction you just come and climb it and get a great view from the top! If you are lucky you can find massive coconut crabs living inside its hollow trunk. Menai bay conservation society has several naturally occurring sandbanks with safe swimming and from where you can enjoy great snorkelling, relax under the shade and enjoy fresh coconuts and local snacks in paradise while you are surrounded by turquoise waters. there is 50% of seeing the dolphins around the area.

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Notes on a Last-Minute Safari

By David Sedaris

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It was a good year for Christmas parties. At one, I met a number of authors I had always admired. This can be tricky, but they were all lovely. The food was lovely, too, though I dropped a miniature barbecue sandwich on the new white shirt I was wearing, and will likely never get the grease stain out.

At another party, the following week, I was introduced to a curator from the Metropolitan Museum. We talked about people who throw soup and oil on beloved paintings, hoping to draw attention to climate change or poor nutrition or whatever their cause is, and then I learned that he would soon be leaving on an African safari, the sort where you carry a camera rather than a gun.

“Have you been planning it for months?” I asked.

“Actually, it all came together over the past few weeks,” he told me.

On the subway home, I said to Hugh in the faux-pouty voice that I use to challenge extreme injustice—other couples taking a vacation when it should be us, for example—“Why can’t we go on a safari?”

A month later, we were in an open-sided four-by-four vehicle surrounded by seven lions, none of which seemed to care about us. All of them were female, and I wondered if, when writing about this afterward—for surely I would—I might be taken to task for using the term “lionesses.”

“Is it like referring to someone as a ‘waitress’ or a ‘stewardess’?” I whispered to Hugh, who was seated beside me, sketching. “Will people say, ‘Why did you have to mention their gender in the first place? Why can’t you just say “lions” and leave it at that?’ ”

To my mind, the gender mattered, since the females do the majority of the hunting, and are therefore scarier when they’re eight feet away and can surely smell you.

I looked the subject up later, when we got back to camp, and learned that there’s some debate about whether or not to refer to lionesses as “she-lions.” Of course, none of that debate is coming from the big-cat family. What surprised me about these animals was their playfulness, the way one would sidle up to another and gently swat her, or roll over on her back with her paws in the air. We’d been stationary for ten minutes or so when one of the seven walked in front of our four-by-four, hunched over, and defecated. I thought that, like a cat in a flower bed, she’d then cover it up, but no. The moment she rejoined the others, a jackal darted out of the tall grass, snatched the turd in his mouth, and was about to make off with it when a hyena intervened, and a struggle ensued.

“Over a turd ?” Hugh whispered.

We might have stayed there for hours, happily observing, but then another four-by-four pulled up. Its passengers went nuts: “Seven lionesses!” Hugh and I looked at the new arrivals with an expression that read, Um, they’re sort of ours. As if we personally had gathered them there. Then another four-by-four pulled up, and another after that.

I don’t know how many vehicles were roaming the Maasai Mara that afternoon. It’s a five-hundred-and-eighty-three-square-mile nature reserve, so had there been a thousand other four-by-fours we likely wouldn’t have seen more than a handful of them. June to October is the busiest season in Kenya, safari-wise, and this was early February. It was hot but not humid, and there were three of us in the vehicle: me, Hugh, and our twenty-six-year-old guide, Dalton, a Maasai tribesman who had on a moss-green shirt with the name of the place where we were staying embroidered on its right breast pocket. His pants were khaki and knee-length, worn with ankle-high suède boots.

Dalton’s hair was cut short. His head was almost perfectly round, and he was missing several of his bottom teeth. “What is it you would like to see?” he’d asked upon collecting us that first bright morning at the airstrip.

“A panda,” I told him.

On the ninety-minute drive to our camp, we saw every animal that was in “ The Lion King ” and then some. They were just there , like ants at a picnic, except that they were elephants and giraffes. We saw zebras and leopards and wildebeests and warthogs, all grazing or resting or fleeing on this grass-covered, seemingly limitless plain.

“Have you seen a kill?” people in the other four-by-fours—couples with camera lenses the size of the Hubble telescope—would ask. It didn’t take long to realize that seven lionesses weren’t enough. They had to have blood dripping from their jaws.

“On our first day, we saw a lion eating a wildebeest,” I’d tell them.

That was like saying you’d seen one eating a sandwich. The prize was to watch one pounce on her prey, and rip its throat out. “Just last month, a little after midnight, two lions took down a zebra right there next to your tent,” the woman who checked us into our camp told us, pointing over the railing to a shaded ravine. The camp was built on the banks of the Talek River, which was swollen from recent rains but still flowed lazily. There was no fence around the property. Wild animals came and went at their leisure, though during the day all we saw were crocodiles and mongooses. It was after dark that the action took place, so at night we had to be escorted from our tent to the common area by Maasai tribesmen carrying spears. The most dangerous animal—what Dalton called “the most killingest”—was the hippo. I had learned this years earlier from a nature documentary and was surprised, as they always look so happy to me, almost like they’re smiling.

We saw countless hippos in Kenya. “All they want is to get into our swimming pool,” the property manager, a man named Steven, told us. “And if that happens we will never get them out.”

He was giving us a tour, and was leading us from the hydroponic vegetable garden—the “ shamba of goodness,” it was called—to the recreation area. I looked at the man whose job it was to guard the pool we were passing. “What do hippos smell like?” I asked.

Steven thought for a moment. “Cows.”

There were nine tents in all. “Are there many other guests at the moment?” I’d asked the woman who checked us in.

“We have no guests here,” she told me, smiling so broadly I could see her gums. “Only family.”

Oh, no, I thought, for doesn’t a person go on safari to escape that kind of talk? Ditto “ shamba of goodness.”

If I know I have to get up early, I generally have a devil of a time falling asleep. The place where Hugh and I slept was a tent in the same way that a Shake Shack is an actual shack. The pitched ceiling was, at its highest point, twelve feet, and, not including our deck, which overlooked the river, we had a good nine hundred square feet of floor space—with a real floor. There was electricity and Wi-Fi. Potable water. A tub, a shower, and a toilet. Complimentary laundry service. Outstanding food. Our outings took place early in the morning and late in the afternoon, so I’d go to bed and, knowing that we needed to meet Dalton at 6 A.M. , lie awake while Hugh snored beside me. The book I’d brought along for the trip was “ The Andy Warhol Diaries ,” which didn’t at all fit the location. Nor did it make sense to watch, say, past seasons of “Project Runway.” We were in Kenya, after all, and could hear all sorts of creatures on the other side of our canvas walls, roaring and moaning and carrying on.

On the first night, I reached for my iPad and watched a documentary on baboons. It wasn’t the kind of program that gives the animals names and talks about them in a whisper (“. . . but Denice wasn’t about to give up that easily”). Still, it was less interesting than I wanted it to be. The best part was when the heir to the colony, a four-month-old male, was killed by an intruder and his mother carried his carcass around until it was just a rag of fur.

The following afternoon, we came upon a troop of baboons resting beside the river. There were at least thirty of them, many with babies on their backs. “Get out your camera,” Dalton said as he turned off the four-by-four’s engine. I’d told him from the get-go that photography was not my thing.

“I will not be taking a single picture,” I’d promised.

“Not even if we come upon a rhino?” he asked.

“Not even if we see one fighting a mother grizzly,” I told him.

Dalton kept thinking I’d buckle, but I never did, at least not in Kenya. Later, in Tanzania, I would pull out my phone, but not for an animal. Rather, it was for a sign painted on the wall of a gas station. “No Smorking,” it read.

Evan, one of the guards at our camp, also noticed that I wasn’t taking any photos. He was slight and handsome and was wearing a traditional Maasai outfit that consisted of two rectangles of plaid fabric, each a different color. On his feet were sandals made of old tires. He looked outstanding, as if he’d been dressed by Comme des Garçons. When I complimented him on his clothing, he removed the upper piece of fabric, which was worn almost like a shawl. “Here, try it on,” he said.

I wanted to explain that in America this would be called cultural appropriation.

“What’s that?” I could imagine him asking.

To be honest, I’ve never understood it myself. “I think it’s when you make a taco with, like, blue cheese on it” was the best I would have been able to come up with.

“Everyone else is photographing all the time,” Evan said, taking back the piece of fabric and sounding, if not hurt, then at least a little underappreciated. “So why not you?”

“I jot things down instead,” I told him, pulling my notebook from my pocket and showing it to him. “For instance, earlier today I wrote . . .” I looked at a page and groaned. It was as if a person with only two fingers—one on each hand—had written it. While in a bumper car.

I never saw a paved road in the Maasai Mara. A few were wide enough for two vehicles, but were still as rocky and hard to navigate as the barely discernible, often flooded paths we frequently found ourselves on. My big fear before going on safari was that I wouldn’t be able to exercise. We weren’t allowed to venture on foot beyond the confines of our camp, so I worried that in order to meet my daily Apple Watch minimum of ten thousand steps —roughly four and a half miles—I’d have to walk back and forth across our deck for hours on end. I had two and a half miles under my belt the morning that Dalton met us at the airstrip, and, by the time we reached our camp, I’d miraculously logged twice that many. It seemed my watch mistook the bumpiness of the road, and the jostling it gave rise to, for walking. This was great for my step count but awful for writing.

It was only when we stopped that I could record anything legible. That said, my notes weren’t always as illuminating as I’d expected them to be. “What does ‘Alt’ mean?” I asked Hugh over dinner one night.

He looked down at the page. “It’s not ‘Alt,’ ” he said. “It’s ‘A.L.T.’ ”

Then I remembered. We’d been out early that morning, observing a short parade of ostriches. It was misty, and I pointed to a vague shape on the horizon. “What’s that?” I asked Dalton.

He followed my finger and told me it was likely an A.L.T. “Animal-looking thing,” he explained.

Another of my notes simply read “Wow!,” but I knew right off what it referred to—the highlight of our trip. We had driven up alongside a herd of eight elephants, three of them babies. Their size was impressive, but that I was prepared for. What surprised me, and was so magnificent, was the sound of the tall grass they were eating being torn from the ground with their trunks. Dalton had turned the engine off, so that was all we could hear. “Close your eyes,” I said to Hugh as I closed my own as well. If I were to manufacture a perfume, it would smell the way that grass being ripped from the ground by elephants sounds—simultaneously soothing and astonishing—and simply everyone would have to have it. The problem is that it wouldn’t go with any of the perfume names I’ve come up with over the years, the best being Obsequious.

The eight elephants were on our last day in Kenya. The following morning, we flew to Tanzania, not for more safari but to stay in a resort on the island of Zanzibar. The only animals I saw during our time there were lizards—some nearly a foot long—and snails the size of Hugh’s fist. The beach was pretty—sand as white as sugar, palm trees. The property was guarded by men with clubs tucked into their belts, and the moment you left it, walking, say, the twenty feet from your lounge chair to the water’s edge, you were set upon by people trying to sell you things: a hard-boiled egg from a bucket, a seashell, cashews, a ride on a boat, a painting of a leopard, a T-shirt with “ Hakuna Matata ” printed on it. “My friend!” someone would call, extending a closed fist and wanting you to tap it with one of your own, even while you were in the sea.

This is why I have never been to Bali or Mauritius or any of those other places people go to get some sun in the winter. The water in Zanzibar was warm and such an arresting shade of turquoise that it seemed to have been dyed. But the income gap between the people who stayed at the resort and the people who actually lived on the island was so wide you couldn’t really see anything else. Plus, the hotel staff said “Hakuna matata,” which means “No worries” in Swahili, incessantly.

“Could I maybe have more coffee?”

“Hakuna matata.”

“I’m not feeling terribly well.”

“God, that’s a big snail.”

It got to the point where you didn’t dare say anything just because you didn’t want to hear “Hakuna matata” again.

There were no price tags on anything. If you were to ask how much a sack of peppercorns was and the answer started with “For you, I am going to offer a special deal,” you knew you’d be overpaying. Everyone we came across was seemingly on the make, and who could blame them, really?

“How much for a ride to Stone Town and back?” Hugh and I asked a taxi-driver one swampy afternoon. He quoted us a price, but when we got there he claimed, “I didn’t say a hundred and fifty thousand shillings”—the equivalent of nearly sixty dollars—“I said two hundred thousand,” which simply wasn’t true. In the grand scheme of things, it wasn’t an enormous amount—a difference of twenty dollars, which I was going to give him anyway as a tip—but when you capped it off with “Hakuna matata” I felt like crying.

We could have ended our vacation in Kenya. It was me who wanted to add Tanzania, and mainly so that I could put it on my list of countries I have travelled to. The only thing I knew before arriving was that it’s not safe to be an albino there. Many people consider them to be evil, yet place great value on their organs and other body parts: their hands and hearts, entire legs. It’s easier to harvest them from children, so kids are at higher risk of being abducted and dismembered. Their parts are sold to witch doctors, who use them to create amulets and potions one might employ while searching for precious metals, say, or to improve one’s luck in regard to fishing. It sounds absolutely insane. How could anyone possibly be so gullible? you wonder. Then you think of all the Americans—some may be your neighbors, your co-workers, your wife or your uncle—who genuinely believe that J.F.K., Jr., did not die in a plane crash, but is alive and well and working in cahoots with Donald Trump to stop the Clintons from drinking the blood of babies. And you’re, like, The leg of a butchered child might help me find gold? O.K. I guess I’ve heard crazier things.

The world can be a savage place, but that’s not the lesson you want to carry home with you. Yes, we humans are cruel and often dangerous, but there’s still nature, and before it’s too late we need to appreciate it. Of course, not everyone can hang out with elephants, but look at that bird perched on your feeder, and at that squirrel chasing the bird away from said feeder. Look at the rats scuttering before you on a New York street, at the spider that somehow got trapped in your elevator. We’re all on a safari of one kind or another—it’s just that some of us aren’t returning with two brilliant rectangles of Maasai plaid fabric and a bacterial infection. ♦

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