Prison Island Half Day Tour in Zanzibar

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

This half day guided tour begins and ends at your hotel. The Prison
Island has a beautiful 110m sandy beach, indigenous as well as introduced vegetation and a natural tidal pool. Prison Island was formerly intended for private use as a place of detention for recalcitrant slaves but latter General Lloyd Mathews bought it and the gaol, which still stands, was built in 1893, as a central prison for Zanzibar, hence the name “PRISON ISLAND”

What's Included

Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Licensed Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    Prison Island - Changuu Private Island

    Take a boat ride to the Prison island, about 5.6km off the Stone Town. Attractions include a building that was meant to be a prison but never saw an inmate, giant Aldabra’s tortoises and the warm Indian Ocean waters which is ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Exotic Tours & Safaris LTD

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Cancellation Policy

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

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