Prison Island Tour — A Historical & Natural Escape
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Overview
Discover the perfect blend of history, nature, and relaxation on this unforgettable Prison Island excursion. Just a short boat ride from Stone Town, this experience takes you to Changuu Island, home to the famous giant Aldabra tortoises, beautiful beaches, and fascinating stories from Zanzibar’s past. Enjoy a scenic 3-hour excursion to Prison Island (Changuu Island) aboard a traditional wooden boat. Meet and photograph the island’s giant Aldabra tortoises, some of which are over a century old, before spending time relaxing on the beach or swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Learn about the island’s intriguing history as a former quarantine station during Zanzibar’s slave-trade era. For those wishing to explore more of local life, an optional visit to Darajani Market in Stone Town can also be arranged.
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Duration:
3 Hours
Location: Zanzibar
Tour Type: Beach & Coastal
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Route: Single Location
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Local tour guide (English, French, German, Italian)
All entrance fees
Local wooden boat transfer
Drinking water
All government fees
Hotel pick-up & drop-off (small surcharge for distant hotels)
Not Included
Snorkelling equipment (available to rent)
Lunch
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Hop on a traditional wooden boat to Prison Island (Changuu) to meet the giant Aldabra tortoises, snorkel the reef and walk through the old quarantine ruins.
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1guests
180
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2–3guests
132
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4–5guests
96
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6–7guests
78
USD per person
8–16guests
60
USD per person
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Local tour guide (English, French, German, Italian)
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Local wooden boat transfer
Drinking water
All government fees
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Snorkelling equipment (available to rent)
Lunch
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