Zanzibar: 1 Day Prison Island, Nakupenda and Stone Town Tour
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English, Swahili, Spanish, French, and German
About this experience
Experience a unique place called Prison Island by enjoying a ride to the island on and learn more about Zanzibar’s history. See the giant tortoises that live on the island, and then continue your day in the true paradise of the Nakupenda Sandbank. End your day with a tour of Stone Town.
Get picked up from your hotel and head to the port to board. Cruise to Prison Island, which 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, but was never actually used. The island is now home to a tortoise sanctuary .
See the giant tortoises that shuffle through the trees, with the infinite patience that old age brings. Originally thought to be from the Seychelles, some of these tortoises are thought to be over 100 years old. Continue your day to 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 snorkeling and greet all the little colorful fishes, other sea life, and the most magical reefs.
End your day with a tour of Stone Town. Through a local guide, discover the beauty of Stone Town, the oldest city in Zanzibar. Take in the different historical landmarks and discover how the town has changed over time. This tour is mainly done as a walking tour and with this, you will meet the locals and find the best places to visit. From the ancient buildings to the busy markets and even learn a little about the slavery which went on back in the day.
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What’s included
- Tortoise sanctuary visit
- Lunch, fruits, and soft drink at Nakupenda Sandbank
- Snorkeling around Nakupenda Sandbank
- Stone Town guided tour
- Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off
- tour guide
- seafood lunch
- Slave Market 10 USD per person Ticket
Not included
- Tips(Optional)
- Prison island Entry Ticket 22 USD per person
Itinerary
- 1
Pickup location
Zanzibar
- 2
Van transfer
(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, Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Swimming
- 8
Other water transport
(15 minutes)
- 9
Stone Town
Photo stop, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk
- 10
Van transfer
(1 hour)
- 11
Old Fort, Stone Town
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour
- 12
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, Swahili, Spanish, French, and German
- Start times
- 08:30 · 09:00 · 13:30 · 14:00
Know before you go
- Not suitable for:
- People with back problems
- Wheelchair users
- Pregnant women
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
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, Swahili, Spanish, French, and German
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 552 per person (2–6 travelers)Free cancellation








