Spice Farm Prison Island and Stone Town Tour Full Day Experience

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8 hours 40 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Experience the best of Zanzibar in one unforgettable full-day adventure!

Start your journey with a visit to a Zanzibar spice farm, where you’ll stroll through lush plantations, smell and taste fresh tropical spices like cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg, and learn how these aromatic treasures are grown and used in local cuisine, medicine, and culture.

Next, hop on a boat to Prison Island (Changuu Island), home to the legendary Aldabra giant tortoises, some over 100 years old. Enjoy the crystal-clear waters perfect for a refreshing swim or snorkeling, and take in the stunning views of Zanzibar’s coastline.

Finally, explore the historic streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover narrow alleys, bustling markets, intricately carved wooden doors, and landmarks like the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and the Slave Market, where your guide will share the powerful history of Zanzibar’s past.

This full-day tour perfectly blends nature, culture, and history.

What's Included

Entrance fees for Spice Farm, Prison Island, and Stone Town landmarks (including Boat transfer to and from Prison Island Bottled water Light refreshments/snacks Giant tortoise on Prison Island
Meals (unless specified) Personal expenses (souvenirs )

Meeting and pickup

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

Tembo house hotel and Maru maru hotel

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Meeting point

“The meeting point for this tour is your hotel in Stone Town or nearby area. Our guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. Please be ready 5–10 minutes before pickup. If you are staying outside Stone Town, contact us in advance to arrange an alternative meeting point.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 40 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Slave Market Step into Zanzibar’s past with a visit to the Slave Market site in Stone Town, a place that reflects the island’s history during the East African slave trade. Explore the small courtyard and the chambers where enslaved men, women, and children were once held before being sold. Your guide will share the stories of resilience, culture, and the human cost of this dark chapter, helping you understand the profound impact it had on Zanzibar and the region.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Jambo Spice Farm

    Zanzibar Spice Farm – Walk through lush plantations, see, smell, and taste fresh spices like cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg and learn how they are grown

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Prison Island - Changuu Private Island

    . Prison Island (Changuu Island) – Meet the famous Aldabra giant tortoises, some over 100 years old, and enjoy swimming or snorkeling in crystal-clear waters

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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