Full-Day Prison Island Tour from Zanzibar with Giant Tortoises

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Lloyd Mathew's architecture
• 02 Feed and pet the tortoises
• 03 Relax on the white sands of Prison Island
• 04 Swim and unwind at a clean beach with clear water

Embark on a full-day exploration of Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island, from Stone Town. With the insider knowledge of your professional guide, meet endangered giant tortoises, visit the old prison, and relax on the white-sand beach. Enjoy free time for swimming, snorkelling, or sunbathing while learning about the island's history.

Feed tortoises, spend quality time at the beach, swim, and learn about the history of Changuu.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zanzibar, Changuu

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Prison Island Cruise and Beach Experience

• Meet your professional driver, then transfer to Stone Town.
• Cruise to Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island.
• Feed tortoises, spend quality time at the beach, swim, and learn about the history of Changuu.
• In the afternoon, cruise back to Stone Town.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Experienced professional tour guide
• Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in a private car
• Entrance fees
• Snorkelling gear (life jacket, mask, and flippers)
• Boat charter
• Transport waiting charge
• All taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees included
• 1-night accommodation

What's Not Included

• Medical insurance
• International flights
• Visa
• Airport taxes
• Expenses of a personal nature

What to bring

• Bring towels and a swimming suit.
• Snorkelling gear will be available.

Know before you go

• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
• Bookings can only be accepted for persons under 15 years of age when accompanied by an adult who will be responsible for them.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour start

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.