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By Spice and sand tours
Free cancellation available
Price is £24 per adult
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Features

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

Overview

    • Cruise across the Indian Ocean on a scenic boat ride from Stone Town
    • Visit historic Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island
    • See and learn about the famous giant Aldabra tortoises
    • Discover the island’s prison and quarantine history
    • Enjoy beautiful beaches, turquoise waters, and scenic photo opportunities

Activity location

    • Antananarivo
    • Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Antananarivo
    • Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup & drop-off (optional)
  • Inclusions
    Return boat transfer
  • Inclusions
    Professional local guide
  • Inclusions
    Bottled drinking water
  • Inclusions
    Perfect spots for photos with giant Aldabra tortoises & scenic views
  • Exclusions
    Entry fees & marine conservation which is $22 per person (until included in the option)

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
    • 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

  • Escape the busy streets of Stone Town and cruise across the Indian Ocean to Prison Island, officially known as Changuu Island.

    Your experience begins with a scenic boat ride from Stone Town, offering beautiful views of the coastline and surrounding ocean. After arriving on the island, explore its fascinating history and learn how it was used as a quarantine station and was once planned as a prison.

    One of the highlights of the visit is the island’s population of giant Aldabra tortoises. See these impressive animals up close, learn about their history and conservation, and enjoy excellent opportunities for photographs.

    After exploring the island, take some time to enjoy its natural surroundings. Walk along the white sandy beach, admire the clear turquoise waters, relax by the shore or simply enjoy the peaceful tropical atmosphere.

    With its combination of history, wildlife, ocean scenery and relaxation, Prison Island is an ideal short excursion for couples, families, friends and travellers looking to experience one of Zanzibar’s most distinctive attractions.

Location

Activity location

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    • Antananarivo
    • Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Antananarivo
    • Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar