Zanzibar: Prison Island Tour from Town
ID: GYG782257-1255574
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Visit Prison Island on a day trip from Stone Town. See the ruins of the prison complex, visit the giant tortoise reserve, and snorkel around the coral reefs.
Embark on a half-day tour to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, from Zanzibar. Visit the island's famous giant tortoise sanctuary and enjoy a snorkeling session in the surrounding waters.
Start your day with a hotel pickup and transfer to the boat. Cruise for 30 minutes to reach Prison Island, which was once used as a quarantine station for yellow fever cases.
Visit the island's famous giant tortoise sanctuary, where you can admire, pet, and even feed these magnificent, ancient, peaceful creatures. Learn about the island's history and the tortoises' journey to the island.
Visit the nursery for baby tortoises, where you can see baby tortoises of different ages. Afterward, go snorkeling around the coral reefs, admiring colorful fish, many beautiful starfish, and picturesque seashells.
Relax on the white sandy beach before returning to the boat. Admire the breathtaking view of Stone Town, the bay, and the archipelago as you cruise back to Zanzibar.
Highlights
- Visit the ruins of the prison complex and see the giant tortoises' reserve
- Enjoy a boat ride to Prison Island and see the beautiful coral reefs
- Snorkel around the island and see colorful fish and beautiful starfish
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a towel and change of clothes if you plan to snorkel
Be prepared for a boat ride; those prone to seasickness should take precautions
Respect the wildlife and follow the guide's instructions
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
