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Prison Island Tour

By Colors of Zanzibar
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Free cancellation available
Price is £81 per adult
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Overview

Join us on a half day trip to Prison Island. We will take a boat from the shores of Stone Town, setting down anchor 5 km away, on the beautiful beach of Prison Island.

The prison – which is now owned ny a hotel – was built in 1893 and was originally intended to house violent prisoners from the mainland and sick peo- ple.Prison Island giant tortoise
You will get the opportunity to visit the tortoise sanctuary, which contains a large colony of giant tortoise imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century. The average weight of these crea- tures is 200 kg, and many of them are said to be over 150 years old. There will be a chance to touch the tortoise and take photos. The island is also a home to a colony of beautiful peacocks.

For the rest of the trip you can either enjoy the marine life as you snorkel around the coral that fringes Prison Island or just relax under the warm glow of the sun, until you head back to Stone Town.

Activity location

  • Prison Island - Changuu Private Island
    • Off the Coast From Stone Town, Shangani
    • 3395, Stone Town, Tanzania, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mizingani Road
    • Mizingani Road
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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Prison Island Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£81.46 x 2 Adults£162.92
Total
Price is £162.92
Until Mon, 1 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedBoat from Stone Town
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of Snorkelling equipment
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch in the island’s restaurant
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to/from other parts of Zanzibar
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedParking Fees

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Prison Island - Changuu Private Island
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Just a short boat ride from Stone Town, Changuu Island (also known as Prison Island) is a one-of-a-kind and accessible excursion with an intriguing history, unique wildlife and picturesque, You will visit the giant old tortoise, beautiful colourful peacock, swing on the crystal clear sea and snorkelling.
Prison Island - Changuu Private Island
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Changuu Island has served several roles over the centuries; one was a medical quarantine outpost. Nowadays it is a tourist attraction and wildlife sanctuary. The buildings are quite picturesque in their classical construction and vivid colours, and are a must-see while on the island. One of the best-known features of Changuu Island is its tortoise sanctuary. Just four Aldabra giant tortoises (Aldabrachelys gigantea), native to the Seychelles and second in size only to Galapagos giant tortoises and have produced hundreds of offspring. Visiting the sanctuary and feeding the tortoises, along with observing other animals brought to Changuu (such as the tiny dik dik antelope and peacocks), makes for a charming visit. Enjoy beautiful views eastward towards Stone Town and a walk on the rustic wooden pier. Additional activities such as snorkelling off the island’s beaches.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPrison Island - Changuu Private Island
    • Off the Coast From Stone Town, Shangani
    • 3395, Stone Town, Tanzania, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMizingani Road
    • Mizingani Road
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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