7-Hour Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach Tour from Zanzibar

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Sail by traditional Zanzibar boat to Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island
• 02 See giant tortoises and birdlife while learning the history of Prison Island
• 03 Relax on Nakupenda Beach with time for sunbathing and seaside activities
• 04 Enjoy swimming, snorkelling, and beach sports by the sea

Take a boat trip from Forodhani to Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island, to see giant tortoises, spot birdlife, and learn about the island's history. Continue to Nakupenda Beach for time by the sea, where you can relax and enjoy activities such as sunbathing, sports, snorkelling, and swimming. This 7-hour experience combines island history, animal life, and beach leisure in Zanzibar.

Take a boat trip from Forodhani to Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island, to see giant tortoises, spot birdlife, and learn about the island's history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Zanzibar, Changuu

Languages English, French, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach Escape

• Start the tour from Forodhani with your Zanzibar tour guide and head to Changuu Island.

• Sail in a traditional Zanzibar boat to Changuu Island, known as Prison Island, where you can see giant tortoises, birdlife, and learn about the history of Prison Island.

• Head to Forodhani or Nakupenda, where you can enjoy several activities such as sunbathing, sports, snorkelling, and swimming.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Entrance fee

• Seafood lunch and soft drinks

• All government taxes

• English-speaking Zanzibar tour guide

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• For those staying far from Stone Town, please get in contact in advance.

• The price varies according to the pick-up location and the size of the group.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour start

Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.