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A group of people interacting with a tortoise on a paved path in a natural setting. 1
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. 2
A person feeding a tortoise in a zoo enclosure. 3
An aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach, dense green vegetation, and clear turquoise waters. 4
A large tortoise on a paved path with a wooden fence and trees in the background. 5

Prison Island Tour – History, Nature & Giant Tortoises!

By Safe Zanzibar Tours & Safari
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$88 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 wonder infront of the single cannon. If you will need a transfer call/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$88.09 x 2 AdultsNZ$176.18
Total
Price is NZ$176.18

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour Guide
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    Private Boat to prison
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottle of water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Pick-up from hotel
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    Entrance fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Text us for pickup (Cheaper extra cost)

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 getting 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 wonder infront of the single cannon. If you will need a transfer call/text us.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania