Tour type
Prison Island Tour
1
days
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Language
Eng
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Group Size
1 - 78
Overview
The Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island which is located in the western part of Zanzibar Island, just off Stone Town. It takes around 25 minutes by local boat riding from the Stone Town beach.
The island’s main attraction is the popular Giant Tortoises, who can live up to 200 years. In this tour, you will get a chance to explore and learn the history of these beautiful creatures and also about Prison Island itself.
In this day tour, you will be with our expert local tour guide who will be explaining each area of interest.
Apart from being a place where you can go to see the Giant Tortoises, it also is a perfect destination to do swimming, & Relaxing on the beach. Therefore after all information about the Island, then you will have time for swimming & relaxing on the beach.
Highlights:
- Catch your Local made wooden boat with a tour guide to Prison Island
- Shopping at Darajani Market in Stone Town after the tour
- Feeding the giant Tortoises at Prison Island
- Learn more about culture and some History about Zanzibar islands
- Swimming and relaxing on Prison island Beach
- Taking amazing photos of the giant tortoises
Itinerary
When you book with us, you’re not just signing up for a sightseeing trip, you’re immersing yourself in Zanzibar’s rich culture, history, and local perspective. All of our guides are proud locals, born and raised in Zanzibar. They bring deep, firsthand knowledge of the island’s fascinating past, from its role in the Indian Ocean slave trade to its vibrant Swahili culture and diverse marine life. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local stories passed down through generations, our guides are passionate about sharing the real Zanzibar with you. We offer guides who speak English, French, German, and Italian, ensuring that you feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour, no matter where you’re from. You can just request us to prepare a guide of your language. We believe that only locals can truly show you Zanzibar as it is meant to be experienced. Their insights go beyond the guidebooks, they provide unique stories, hidden gems, and personal connections that turn a simple tour into an unforgettable journey.
Trip Cost Breakdown
- Included:
- Tour Guide; English, French, German, Italian.
- Entrances
- Local Boat
- Drinking water
- All government fees
- Hotel Pick up/ Drop-off; for extra charge
- Not Included:
- Departure Taxes
- Entry Fees
- Airport Transfers
Frequently Ask Questions
Exactly, we do provide transport from and back to any Hotel in Zanzibar.
Very simple! Please contact us vi Whatsapp or tour booking form.
Just wear the normal clothes, water shoes and swimming clothes if you will need to swim. Please do not wear short clothes because you will meet with locals.
Prices for Prison Island tour vary based on the number of people. Actually, the higher the number of people the less the price per person.
Yes, we accept card & cash payment.
Prison Island tour takes approximately 3 hours to complete the trip.
Yes, its possible to combine Prison Island with other tours. Like Stone Town, Spice Farm, Jozani Forest.
The Giant Aldabra Tortoises, The old Prison Island building, Beach & swimming.
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From $80.00
$ 65.00 / Adult
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