Private Tour to Prison Island - Changuu Private Island

Zanzibar, Tanzania
Duration1h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Changuu Island has served several roles over the centuries. One was a medical quarantine outpost. Nowadays it is a tourist attraction and wildlife sanctuary.

The buildings are quite picturesque in their classical construction and vivid colors and are a must-see while on the island. One of the best-known features of Changuu Island is its tortoise sanctuary.

What's included

  • Life jackets
  • Boat from Stone Town
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Accommodation

What to expect

  1. Prison Island - Changuu Private Island
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Our accredited guide will meet you at Old Fort, Stone town, during taxi drop-off with our company logo as seen in your ticket.

    He will take you to the Forodhani beach and drift away toPriosn Island, also known as Prison Island, on this half-day tour from Stone Town.
    The island saw use as a prison for rebellious slaves in 1860s and also functioned as a coral mine.
    Benefit from the insider knowledge of your professional guide as you meet endangered giant tortoises (feeding your own expense), visit the old prison, and unwind on the white-sand beach, with free time for swimming, snorkeling, or sunbathing included.
  2. Stone Town
    30m
    Zanzibar City is the capital of Zanzibar Island but only one part of it is worth visiting: Stone Town.

    Stone Town is the oldest part of Zanzibar City. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, it is known for its rich cultural heritage of Arab, Persian, Indian, and European elements.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Front of mizingani hotel Stone town Zanzibar, see driver with uniform White t-shirt with hold voucher of the client's.

End point

Front of mizingani hotel Stone town Zanzibar, see driver with uniform White t-shirt with hold voucher of the client's.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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