Zanzibar Prison Island private tour
Excursions & day trips

Zanzibar Prison Island private tour

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£181.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • You can meet the island's most famous residents, the Aldabra giant tortoises
  • You'll learn about the island's history during a visit to the Prison Island Museum
  • If you wish, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the Indian Ocean after your tour
What to expect

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar as per the coast selected. Please choose your coast as per your hotel area during booking, and insert your hotel name at check-out.

  • Stone Town: Mbweni region and Stone Town hotels

  • Northwest and Southwest Coasts: Mangapwani, Fumba

  • North and Northeast Coasts: Mkonkotoni, Kilindi, Kidoti, Mbuyuni, Kendwa and Nungwi, Chwaka, Uroa, Pongwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Michangani, and Matemwe

  • South and Southeast Coasts: Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Dongwe, Pingwe, Michamvi, Kizimkazi, and Makunduchi

Embark on a half-day private tour to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, located just off the western coast of Zanzibar. This experience offers you the chance to meet the island's most famous residents – the remarkable Aldabra giant tortoises. These creatures are cared for by a dedicated foundation on the island, which is committed to ensuring they live happily and thrive in their protected environment. You'll have the opportunity to observe these gentle giants and learn about the conservation efforts supporting them.

After your encounter with the tortoises, you'll visit the Prison Island Museum, where you can discover the island's past. The exhibits provide insights into how this small island has played various roles throughout history. Before returning to Stone Town by boat, you can also enjoy a refreshing swim in the Indian Ocean that surrounds the island, making for a perfect conclusion to your visit.

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What's included
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What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
  • x_not_included Lunch
Where
Meeting point:
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar as per the coast selected. Please choose your coast as per your hotel area during booking and insert your hotel name at check-out. Stone Town: Mbweni region and Stone Town hotels / Northwest and Southwest Coasts: Mangapwani, Fumba / North and Northeast Coasts: Mkonkotoni, Kilindi, Kidoti, Mbuyuni, Kendwa and Nungwi, Chwaka, Uroa, Pongwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Michangani and Matemwe / South and Southeast Coasts: Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Dongwe, Pingwe, Michamvi, Kizimkazi and Makunduchi.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Please confirm your pick-up place and time directly with the local operator at least 48 hours prior to departure. Contact details will be shared after booking
  • The exact pick-up time and duration of the tour may vary depending on the location of your hotel, weather and traffic conditions
  • Minimum age to participate in this tour is 3 years old
  • Solo travellers must be at least 18 years old

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Your swimsuit and towel if you wish to swim
  • Cash for personal expenses
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Provider
MIRA TOURS
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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