Guided Mangrove Tour
Our most popular tour! Explore the natural beauty of a mangrove forest by SUP, just a 15 minute drive from Stone Town! Join us for a guided mangrove tour stand up paddle boarding the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, where we show you this amazing habitat for 8 species of mangrove tree and a variety of bird and animal life. Weave your way through mangrove tunnels to the sounds of the lapping water and birdsong as our guides teach you how to SUP and show you the mangrove eco-system. This is a SUP adventure that will leave you both exhilarated and at peace. The tour is suitable for almost anyone (some degree of physical fitness needed) and our guides will ensure you have a successful experience on the water, so join us if you are a beginner or a seasoned pro and anything in between.
SUP & SIP in Chukwani Bay
Come join our social SUP & SIP events! This is a relaxed, semi-guided SUP group paddle event. Paddle around the beautiful sheltered waters of the Chukwani Bay, meet other paddlers, chill with friends and practice your paddling techniques with our guides. In this peaceful bay, you trade the sounds of the busy city for birdsong and the splashes of jumping fish; while old beautiful dhow boats sail out to sea at sunset. We'll be out on the water for a short paddle and then end the event floating on boards/kayaks, sharing stories and drinks until the sun sets. This event is for all abilities and perfect for beginners who want to dip their toes into the world of SUP in a relaxed and safe environment. And why not toast your success with an ice cold beer or delicious wine!
Stone Town SUP & SIP
Paddle with us on the Indian Ocean while enjoying beautiful views of Stone Town's historical buildings, and then relax with an ice cold drink and snacks to watch the sunset at a bar along the coast. You will be standing on your board in the Indian Ocean, watching old Zanzibar dhow boats and ngalawas go by as local fisherman are returning home or setting out to sea. Onshore, the local community gathers to play football and exercise on the beach. It will be an experience unlike any other, leaving you invigorated. If it is your first time on a board, our guides will be there to give you a lesson and get you paddling in no time. New to the island? Then this is a great chance to meet some amazing people and soak up some sun.
SUP Downwinders
Join 2 Winds for a SUP Downwinder. The swell is usually small and makes for great downwinding conditions for those who are new to the sport of SUP downwinding. Our guides will demo some downwinding techniques for you along the way to help you enjoy the experience even more. Previous paddling experience is necessary in order to join these excursions. Paddlers must be experienced, able to swim, in good health, physically fit and 18 years or older. Our downwind trips range between 6km - 14km long and can take up to 3 or 4 hours; it is a physical work out but well worth the effort, especially as ice cold beers and snacks await you at the finish line while you reflect on those epic glides in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Townwinder - A Downwind to Town
Set out from the 2 Winds base in Chukwani and go with the tide and wind along a 8km stretch of coastline to reach Stone Town. This is a once in a lifetime excursion that lets you enjoy the feel of gliding along on the open ocean swells as you first pass mangrove forests and then the historical buildings of the Stone Town seafront. Like the local fishermen we make use of the trade winds to push us along, from December to March we start in Stone Town and finish in Chukwani, from July to October the Southern winds mean we paddle from Chukwani to Stone Town.
Sunday Sessions Downwind
Come along on a SUP downwinder to Pongwe. We follow the tide and wind along a 10-12km stretch of coastline to reach Seasons Lodge for Sunday Sessions. Glide along the East Coast of the island with a warm welcome from locals fishing or collecting seaweed. Watch waves break along the reef on one side, and picture-prefect white beaches on the other. You may even want to jump in along the way to cool down in the crystal clear waters! This is an amazing excursion that lets you enjoy the feel of gliding along on the ocean swells. Once we reach Season's, we spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool and listening to the sounds of the best DJ's on the island. Here you will enjoy good food and good company!
SUP-yoga with Sacred Space Retreats
Join us for a calm and quiet session of SUP yoga surrounded by the beautiful mangroves on the Indian Ocean. Sacred Space Retreats offers hatha and vinyasa yoga, including meditation and a nice SUP savasana to conclude every practice. Being on the water requires students to be fully present and focused on their own practice, while connecting with nature and enjoying the challenge of keeping their balance. We’ll practice mindfulness as we work on strength building, stretching, balancing, and complete relaxation.
SUP Yoga is suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners and your class will be developed according to your experience with both SUP and yoga.
SUP Yoga is suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners and your class will be developed according to your experience with both SUP and yoga.
SUPrise
Get a fresh start to your day by joining us on a sunrise SUP. Re-energize as we anchor up in the middle of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by still waters, birdsong and a view of the beautiful mangroves ahead of us. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided on board. We can’t think of a better way to start the day! It can get chilly before the sun is up, so we recommend that you bring a long sleeved shirt that you can remove once you warm up. The tour is suitable for almost anyone (some degree of physical fitness needed) and our guides will ensure you have a successful experience on the water, so join us if you are a beginner or a seasoned pro and anything in between. Even if you are not a morning person (we aren’t) we guarantee you will love this experience.
Clean SUPs
Join us for a Guided Mangrove Tour with a difference, as we focus on cleaning up our beautiful mangrove forest. On this tour we combine the Guided Mangrove Tour with a clean up SUP. Each paddler will be asked to collect as much floating trash as they can fit on their board! SUP on the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, where we show you this amazing habitat for 8 species of mangrove tree and a variety of bird and animal life. Weave your way through mangrove tunnels to the sounds of the lapping water and birdsong as our guides teach you how to SUP and show you the mangrove eco-system. You can help us to preserve it by clearing away the trash that gets washed in with the incoming tide. This is a SUP adventure that will leave you both exhilarated and at peace. The tour is suitable for almost anyone (some degree of physical fitness needed) and our guides will ensure you have a successful experience on the water, so join us if you are a beginner or a seasoned pro and anything in between.
PRIVATE TOURS & CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
We can cater to your interests and help make your experience meaningful and fun! Please send us an email so we can personalize your request if you are interested in any of the following:
- One-on-one or group SUP lessons
- A private tour (less than 4 people)
- A special SUP event. Team-building, birthday party, board meeting or a large group tour
- Mangrove Walk & Talk - Educational tours for youth
- Children's water activities
- Mystery tours
- Kayak/Ngalawa Tours
SUP, spa & dine
Join 2 Winds, Protea Mbweni Ruins Hotel and Madinat Al Bahr as we take you on a journey with the perfect balance of movement and relaxation, complete with a taste of Zanzibar and beautiful views from the coast of the island. Start the day with a SUP lesson at our 2 Winds base in Chukwani. Our experienced guides will then take you through mangrove lagoons and estuaries followed by a mini downwind trip to Zanzibar’s finest hotels on the West Coast. During the tour with our guides, you will get stunning views from the ocean, surrounded by beautiful nature, birds and marine life. We will end our SUP tour on the beach at Mbweni Ruins Hotel where you can relax, go for a swim or jump in the pool. You will then be directed to the rooftop spa at Madinat Al Bahr Hotel, where their therapists take you into deep relaxation and treat you to an unforgettable massage. From there, you can make your way to the jetty for a drink while the chefs of Mbweni Ruins prepare a delicious 3 course meal at the Rain Tree restaurant.