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Zanzibar Nakupenda sandbank, prison island and Stonetown tour

About this experience

Step into the heart of Zanzibar’s history with a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through its narrow streets lined with ancient buildings, bustling markets, and grand landmarks like the House of Wonders, the Old Slave Market, and the Sultan’s Palace. Learn about the island’s rich cultural heritage, shaped by Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences.

After exploring Stone Town, take a short boat ride to Prison Island, home to the famous Aldabra giant tortoises. Originally built as a quarantine station, the island offers a mix of history, stunning beaches, and crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming or snorkeling. Meet the century-old tortoises, explore the old prison ruins, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the turquoise ocean surrounding the island.

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr–8 hr

Choose your tour option

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Private Pickup anywhere
Tickets fees: Traveller need to bring 22$pp cash/card for marine fees and prison island entrance fees payable in the day of tour
Private tour: Vehicles, boat ang guide will be used is private meaning no other people will join in
Duration: 8 hours
Seafood BBQ lunch : As usual we offer seafood for lunch but those prefer chicken or vegetarian should give a notice
Boat cruise : We will cruise from stonetown to prison island to nakupenda by wooden boat and come back
Air conditioned vehicle: Pick up at hotel is by air-conditioned car
Pickup included
Pickup Meeting Point
Entrance tickets not included : Tickets for marine fees and prison island worth 22$pp is not included, can be paid card or cash in day of tour
Pick-up meeting point : With this option client should come at stonetown ( old fort) a place where a group meets for pick up and start a tour
Duration: 7 hours
Seafood lunch: Seafood BBQ for lunch, vegetarian should give notice in advance as much as those prefer chicken
Wooden boat cruise
Pickup anywhere
Tickets fees: Always bring 22$pp for marine and prison island entrance fees
Shared tour
Duration: 8 hours
Seafood BBQ
Air-conditioned car and boat: We will pick you up from your hotel with air-conditioned vehicle and will have a cruising with a wooden boat
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr–8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 6 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Snorkeling gears
  • Bottled water
  • Boat fees
  • Hotel pickup
  • Tour guide for all tours
  • Tropical fruits
  • Lunch of seafood

Not included

  • Marine fees and prison island tickets 22$pp

Itinerary and highlights

Prison Island, or Changuu Island, offers a fascinating mix of history and nature. Visitors can see century-old giant tortoises( the second biggest in the world), explore the island’s former prison and quarantine station, and enjoy crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming and snorkeling. With stunning ocean views and a peaceful atmosphere, it’s a must-visit spot near Zanzibar.

Here the visit of sandbank includes sunbathing, swimming resting in the tents, eating seafood BBQ and tropical fruits

Here the visitor will visit museums, historical sites, shopping for souvenirs, market places and with a tour guide who will be briefing on everything necessary.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The tour guide will be waiting wearing a t-shirt with Yazan tours logo and will have full details of the client for the particular day
  • We will send a WhatsApp message when we arrive

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Yazan Tours And Travel

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr–8 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will send a WhatsApp message when we arrive
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 7–12; Youth tickets: age 13–20; Adult tickets: age 21+; Senior tickets: age 46+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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