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From Zanzibar: Half-Day Prison Island Tour

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From Zanzibar: Half-Day Prison Island Tour
4.1  / 546 reviews

Explore the rich culture and history of Zanzibar with a visit to Prison island by dhow. See the large tortoises that inhabit the island, and enjoy the opportunity to snorkel off the coast. Admire the stunning landscape as you swim with colorful fish.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
Your hotel. The local partner will confirm your exact pickup details after booking.

Experience

Highlights

  • Discover Prison Island and meet the tortoises that live there
  • Enjoy the water taxi ride to the island by traditional dhow
  • Snorkel in the crystal clear water off the island’ coastline

Full description

Visit Prison Island on a private 3-hour tour, and discover the rich history and beautiful natural surroundings of this location. Meet your guide in Zanzibar, or select the option including hotel pickup, then enjoy the ride to the island on a traditional dhow. Learn how this small island gained its name and explore the place that is now home to more than 50 tortoises, some over 100 years old.   Feed the tortoises and take up-close pictures with them, as you keep a look out for the peacocks and antelope that also live there. After discovering the island and its history, take the opportunity to snorkel in the clear waters off the coast amongst tropical fish and colorful coral. At the end of your tour, return to Zanzibar, where you’ll be dropped off in the city center, or at your hotel.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Boat transfer
  • Entrance fee
  • Local Guide
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Drinking water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless option selected)
  • Food

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

In front of the Old Fort in Stone Town, Mizingani Road, Zanzibar.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
  • Snorkeling is optional.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 46 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Value for money
    3.9/5
  • Service
    5/5

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Jenny – AustraliaFebruary 23, 2024  – Verified booking
Paid extra to do this tour so we could go to island to snorkel.Guide said not worth it as water not clear and I would find it difficult to get in and out of boat. I specifically asked if it would be difficult before booking and was told it would be easy. If you just want to go to island you can go for $20. We felt cheated having paid more
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Chloe – United KingdomOctober 2, 2023  – Verified booking
Good trip, we got to Prison Island early, just before the massive tour groups started arriving so our experience was a lot more pleasant. Additionally our group was only 4 people, which was a nice size as we weren’t waiting around for loads of people. Good price, I would recommend
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Anna-lena – GermanyMay 23, 2023  – Verified booking
Zuerst sind wir mit dem Boot auf die Inseln gefahren und hatten dort einen separaten Guide, dort haben wir die Schildkröten und andere Tiere gesehen. Danach waren wir schnorcheln. Die Tour war privat weil wir Mitte Mai dort waren. Die Driver waren sehr nett
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Product ID: 271912

Activity provider:Zanzibar Local Experience

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