About this experience
This is a combination of two different attractions visited in the same day. The tour will start by visiting Prison Island by motorized wooden boat from Stone Town where You will have chance to visit the Prison Ruins, Sanctuary of Aldabra Giant Tortoises, Peacocks and Beach and then Visit The World Heritage Site of Stone Town where you will visit some of historical buildings such as House of Wonders, Old Arab Fort, Catholic Church and others. Here you will also experience activities conducted by Local Zanzibaris during the evening hours like Jumping in the ocean and Visiting Stone Town Open Food Market and Rooftop Bar or Shisha Lounge.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private Guide
Not included
- All other things of human nature
Itinerary and highlights
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.
The island is also decorated by colorful peacocks that run around and show off their tails from time to time. During the tour, you will be able to visit the prison ruins, sanctuary of the tortoises and the beach where you can swim in the crystal clear water of Indian Ocean before taking you way back to Stone Town.
This explainable guided tour of Zanzibar's ancient city of Stone Town is providing you with the great living evidence of a rich cultural heritage, where Persian, Indian, Arab and European influences are mixed with local African tradition and culture.
It gives you the very exclusive opportunity to explore the beauty of the Historical buildings with various architectural designs, carved wooden doors shaded by balconies, loggias and verandas shining the unique World Heritage Site of Stone Town.
The Tour will take you to key areas with evening experience like Forodhani Open Night Food Market, Flipping Swimmers show and Sunset Viewing point. The Tour will also take you to one of the most popular Rooftop bars and Shisha Lounge as per your personal interest before making your way back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- All travelers should wait at the lobby for their pick up.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- pl — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Zanzibar Crystal Tours & Safaris
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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