Zanzibar: 1 Day Nakupenda,Prison Island,Jozani Guided Tour
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English, French, German, Spanish, and Swahili
About this experience
Discover the tortoises at Prison island and learn more about history
Come and experience a unique place called Prison Island by enjoying the ride to the island on a traditional dhow and learning more about Zanzibar’s history. Prison Island gets its name from the prison built to condemn Zanzibari citizens to be isolated from the island.
The prison was previously owned by an Arab to house his rebellious slaves, the prison was never actually used, and the island is now home to a tortoise sanctuary and a hotel. Prison Island is 20 minutes away from Stone Town by boat and has spectacular coral reefs for you to enjoy. Giant tortoises shuffle through the trees, with the infinite patience that old age brings. Originally thought to be from the Comoros Islands and Seychelles, some of these tortoises are thought to be over 100 years old.
Relax at the beautiful Nakupenda Sandbank
Explore the true paradise of the Nakupenda Sandbank where you will enjoy a lunch, fruits and soft drink. Nakupenda means “I love you” in Swahili, the local language of Tanzania. The moment you see and step foot on this sandbank you will fall in love with this little island. Discover the beautiful underwater world around this sandbank with snorkelling and greet all the little colourful fishes, other sea life and the most magical reefs.
Meet the Red Colobus at Jozani Forest
End your day in Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, Zanzibar Tanzania Jozani Forest is in the south of the island and is the largest area of mature forest in Zanzibar. A car will take you there, and a guide will walk you around the ancient hardwood forest and mangrove swamps. It is also home to the Red Colobus monkeys, unique to Zanzibar, with less than 2000 remaining in the world. A boardwalk around the mangrove swamp at the end of the tour and a visit to the giant turtle sanctuary is also included.
Next available dates
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- prison island entry
- jozani forest entry
- tour guide
- seafood lunch
- fruits
- soft drink
- Entry tickets
Not included
- Tips(optional)
- Prison island Tourism Tax 10 USD per person
- Prison island tax 22 USD per person
Itinerary
- 1
Pickup location:
Zanzibar
- 2
Van
(1 hour)
- 3
Stone Town
Pass by
- 4
Other water transport
(15 minutes)
- 5
Prison Island
Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Walk, Swimming
- 6
Other water transport
(15 minutes)
- 7
Nakupenda Beach
Break time, Visit, Swimming
- 8
Other water transport
(15 minutes)
- 9
Stone Town
Pass by
- 10
Van
(40 minutes)
- 11
Jozani Forest National Park
Guided tour
- 12
Van
(1 hour)
- 13
Arrive back at:
Zanzibar
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English, French, German, Spanish, and Swahili
- Start times
- 08:00 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 13:30 · 14:00
Know before you go
- Our driver will pick you up at the reception. Please kindly be ready at the reception of your hotel 5 minutes before departure time.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 8 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English, French, German, Spanish, and Swahili
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 525 per person (6–8 travelers)Free cancellation








