Zanzibar Prison Island private tour

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar as per the coast selected. Please choose your coast as per your hotel area during booking, and insert your hotel name at check-out. - Stone Town: Mbweni region and Stone Town hotels - Northwest and Southwest Coasts: Mangapwani, Fumba - North and Northeast Coasts: Mkonkotoni, Kilindi, Kidoti, Mbuyuni, Kendwa and Nungwi, Chwaka, Uroa, Pongwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Michangani and Matemwe - South and Southeast Coasts: Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Dongwe, Pingwe, Michamvi, Kizimkazi and Makunduchi Embark on a half-day private tour to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, located just off the western coast of Zanzibar. This experience offers you the chance to meet the island's most famous residents – the remarkable Aldabra giant tortoises. These creatures are cared for by a dedicated foundation on the island, which is committed to ensuring they live happily and thrive in their protected environment. You'll have the opportunity to observe these gentle giants and learn about the conservation efforts supporting them.After your encounter with the tortoises, you'll visit the Prison Island Museum, where you can discover the island's past. The exhibits provide insights into how this small island has played various roles throughout history. Before returning to Stone Town by boat, you can also enjoy a refreshing swim in the Indian Ocean that surrounds the island, making for a perfect conclusion to your visit.