Holidayys.com Logo
Search

Zanzibar: 1 Day Nakupenda,Prison Island,Jozani Guided Tour

Zanzibar8 hoursAdventure
  • 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. 1

    Pickup location:

    Zanzibar

  2. 2

    Van

    (1 hour)

  3. 3

    Stone Town

    Pass by

  4. 4

    Other water transport

    (15 minutes)

  5. 5

    Prison Island

    Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Walk, Swimming

  6. 6

    Other water transport

    (15 minutes)

  7. 7

    Nakupenda Beach

    Break time, Visit, Swimming

  8. 8

    Other water transport

    (15 minutes)

  9. 9

    Stone Town

    Pass by

  10. 10

    Van

    (40 minutes)

  11. 11

    Jozani Forest National Park

    Guided tour

  12. 12

    Van

    (1 hour)

  13. 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

Traveler reviews

Be among the first to review this experience.

Write a review
Provided by
Beach & Safari Holidays

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.

Still have a question?

Message our team on WhatsApp — we can help with dates, group bookings and anything else before you book.

Chat on WhatsApp
From AED 525 per person (6–8 travelers)Free cancellation