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A person feeding a tortoise in a zoo enclosure. 1
A wooden staircase leading up to a sign that reads 'Welcome to Prison Island.' 2
A building with multiple air conditioning units, wooden shutters, and potted plants. 3
A building with a sign reading 'Tempo House Hotel' and 'Freddie Mercury Museum Zanzibar'. 4
A large tortoise on a stone surface with people around it. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is £61 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Stone Town
    • Visit the old slave market, House of Wonders, and Sultan’s Palace
    • Explore the tortoise sanctuary on Prison Island and meet giant tortoises
    • Discover the marine life that lives in the clear waters of the Indian Ocean
    • Wander through the narrow alleyways of Stone Town and visit its markets

Activity location

    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Private Tour with Meeting Point, Without Entry Fee

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

For guests in Stone Town, this option starts at a nearby meeting point and excludes hotel transfer. Prison Island entry is not included and costs TZS 32,000 or $12 per person. The guide speaks French, Polish, German, Italian, Spanish, and English.

Price details
£60.78 x 2 Adults£121.56
Total
Price is £121.56

Private Tour with Hotel Transfer, Without Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option includes return hotel transfer but not the Prison Island entry ticket. Pay TZS 32,000 or $12 per person on the day of the tour. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in English and French.

Price details
£86.30 x 2 Adults£172.60
Total
Price is £172.60

Solo Traveller with Meeting Point, Without Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English

This option is for one person, starts at the meeting point, and does not include the Prison Island entry fee. The $12-per-person fee is payable on the day of the tour. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in French and English.

Price details
£90.05 x 2 Adults£180.10
Total
Price is £180.10

Private Tour: All-Inclusive Without Lunch

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off and entrance tickets for Prison Island and the Catholic Church, but lunch is not included. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in French and English.

Price details
£123.82 x 2 Adults£247.64
Total
Price is £247.64

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Life Jackets
  • Inclusions
    Bottle of water
  • Inclusions
    Private speed boat
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Prison Island entry fee of $12 per person, payable on the day by cash or card (if option selected)
  • Exclusions
    Catholic Church $10 and Freddie Mercury $8 per person payable the day of the tour
  • Exclusions
    Extra expenses
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Littering
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, 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).

What you can expect

  • Embark on a day trip to the historical Prison Island and the vibrant Stone Town, and experience Zanzibar's rich heritage and natural beauty. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or seeking a unique travel experience, this itinerary covers the essentials for a memorable day.

    Begin with a visit to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, located approximately 6 kilometres northwest of Stone Town. Historically, it was used as a quarantine station and a prison for rebellious slaves during the 19th century. Today, the island is renowned for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and a sanctuary for giant tortoises, some of which are over a century old.

    Next, head to Stone Town, the heart of Zanzibar's cultural identity. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts remarkable Arabic, Persian, Indian, and European architectural influences. Explore lively markets, traditional Swahili architecture, and historic sites that speak to the town's centuries-old trading legacy.
    End of the tour.

Location

Activity location

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    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania