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A Half Day Private Prison Island Tour

Location Zanzibar City, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
Location Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
Location Michamvi, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
Location Fumba, United Republic of Tanzania
Location Kizimkazi Dimbani, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
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$84.00
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Overview

This is a guided half day tour to Prison Island. the island is located 16km away from the old town of Zanzibar (Stone Town).

The tour includes the visit of the sanctuary of Aldabra Giant Tortoise that were brought to Zanzibar by The Governor of Seychelles as a gift to Sultan of Zanzibar in 1915.

The Tour also includes the visit of The prison ruins built by Sir William Lloyd Mathew in 18993 in order to inhouse Zanzibar Criminals.

There are several other species found in the Island such as peacocks and antelopes which also part of the experience.

You can also have chance to swim in the crystal clear water from the Beach on the Island.
A Half Day Private Prison Island Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Private Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Expenses of a personal Nature

  • Prison Island also known as Changuu Island lies about 25 - 30 minutes by wooden motorized boat from Zanzibar Stone Town and this is where you will visit the Prison Ruins built by General Lloyd Mathews in 1893 and hence the name Prison Island. The Tour includes the visit to the Sanctuary of Aldabra's giant tortoises brought by British Governor of Seychelles in 1919 as a gift to Sultan of Zanzibar. During the Tour, you will also be able to observe the tortoises as well as taking pictures with them. The Tour will also provide you with the chance to spot other species found in the Island such as Peacocks and antelopes, swim in the clear crystal water from the Beach at Prison Island before you find your way back to Stone Town.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    A Half Day Private Prison Island Tour

    Location Zanzibar City, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
    Location Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
    Location Michamvi, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
    Location Fumba, United Republic of Tanzania
    Location Kizimkazi Dimbani, Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
    Show all 5 locations
    $84.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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