Tanzania · Up-Close Animal Experiences

2-Hour Prison Island Excursion from Zanzibar with Giant Tortoises

2 Hours Round trip from Zanzibar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the famous Prison Island, also known locally as Changuu
02 See the island's giant tortoises, including a 192-year-old resident
03 Visit the historic prison site and Lloyd Mathew's Architecture
04 Enjoy a swim or optional snorkelling in the warm waters

Travel to Prison Island, known locally as Changuu, on a short excursion from Zanzibar to explore this tropical wonderland. Visit the island's historic prison site and Lloyd Mathew's Architecture, see its famous giant tortoises - including a 192-year-old tortoise that may be available for a photo session - and take in the island views. You can also enjoy a swim or optional snorkelling in the warm waters for an added underwater adventure.

Visit the island's historic prison site and Lloyd Mathew's Architecture, see its famous giant tortoises - including a 192-year-old tortoise that may be available for a photo session - and take in the island views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Zanzibar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Prison Island Tour with Giant Tortoises and Optional Snorkelling

Meet your Zanzibar tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin the tour.
Visit Lloyd Mathew's Architecture and Prison Island, and take in the views.
See the giant tortoises. The old prison still remains standing, providing shelter for some of the giant tortoises that can now only be found on this island, as well as the cells.
Snorkel in the waters of this private island and experience the underwater adventure. (Optional)