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A group of people interacting with a tortoise on a paved path in a natural setting. 1
A group of tortoises in a zoo enclosure with visitors observing them. 2
Two people sitting on a paved area with a large tortoise in between them. 3
A wooden archway with 'Welcome to Prison Island' text, a man in an orange shirt and shorts, and a woman in a white top and blue skirt standing on a wooden deck. 4
A person feeding a tortoise in a zoo enclosure. 5
By Safe Zanzibar Tours & Safari
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$90 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Play with the giant tortoises at Prison Island
    • Get some history about Prison Island
    • Natural & Ocean Beach

Activity location

    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • R5QQ+JR, Sokoku St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | We will meet at the House of Wonders in front of the single cannon. If you need a transfer, call or text us.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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Prison Island Tour – History, Nature & Giant Tortoises!

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Price details
NZ$90.20 x 2 AdultsNZ$180.40
Total
Price is NZ$180.40

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Private boat to Prison Island
  • Inclusions
    Bottle of water
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup is not included but is available at an extra cost; text us to arrange
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees

What you can expect

  • Discover one of Zanzibar’s most iconic landmarks on our Prison Island Tour, a perfect half-day escape combining rich history, wildlife, and breathtaking ocean views.

    Depart from Stone Town on a scenic 20-minute boat ride over turquoise waters to reach Changuu Island, famously known as Prison Island. Once intended to be a prison for rebellious slaves and later a quarantine station, the island today is a peaceful haven filled with fascinating stories.

    Meet the famous Aldabra giant tortoises, some over 180 years old! You’ll get the chance to get a picture and interact with these gentle giants—an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Location

Activity location

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    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • R5QQ+JR, Sokoku St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | We will meet at the House of Wonders in front of the single cannon. If you need a transfer, call or text us.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania