Private Charter
Design your own day adrift. Read, swim, toast with chilled bubbles, or simply drift as Stone Town fades into the horizon. Includes a tailor-made menu and personalised service.
From $300 per couple
A Journey Where Time Slows
The Neela Dhow
Just steps from the historic harbour of Stone Town, a traditional wooden dhow awaits, guided only by wind, tide, and time. The Neela Dhow is not a transfer, nor a tour. It is a return to rhythm. Here, luxury is found in stillness. In the gentle creak of timber. In the hush of water against hull. In moments unhurried and deeply present upon the Indian Ocean.
The True Zanzibar Experience
Crafted with the same attention as your stay
Designed and hosted exclusively by The Neela, our dhow experiences favour contemplation over activity. There is no rush to snorkel, no hopping between islands. Instead, you are invited to recline beneath the sail and simply be. Each journey is thoughtfully curated — refined dishes prepared by our culinary team, paired with botanical drinks and signature infusions crafted by our mixologists. Whether you sail by day, at sunset, or under the stars, this is a low carbon-footprint escape: deeply Zanzibari and intentionally intimate.
Choose Your Experience
Two Ways to Experience It
Private Family Charter
A relaxed day of discovery for all ages. Calm shallows, shared stories, fresh fruit and grilled seafood create memories that linger long after returning to shore.
Rates available on request