About this experience
Experience a unique placePrison Island,learn more about its history. It gets its name from the prison built to condemn Zanzibari citizens to be isolated from the island. 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. After the trip to the tortoise sanctuary, you´re left to explore the island. If you´re feeling active, you can follow one of the hiking trails, snorkel in the crystal clear waters or soak up some sun on the white beach. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is the largest area of mature forest in Zanzibar. A car will take you there,a guide will walk you around the ancient hardwood forest and mangrove swamps. It is home to the Red Colobus monkeys, unique to Zanzibar. A boardwalk around the mangrove swamp at the end of the tour and a visit to the giant turtle sanctuary are also included.
Kindly note that the guide can flexibly adjust the route throughout the excursion.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Tour guide
- Hotel drop-off
- Prison island guided tour
- Bottled water
- Boat transportation to Prison Island
- Prison island fee of 22 USD per person(only if option selected)
- Jozani Forest 15 USD per person entrance fee
- Hotel pickup
- Jozani Forest guided tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced Driver
Not included
- Lunch
- Tip(optional)
Itinerary and highlights
Here you get to be at the home of the giant land tortoise and also the prison which isn't used and learn a little bit about it. Get the chance to also learn a little bit about the prison on this island. From 15.1.2024 the entrance for Prison island will be 22 usd .
Get to see the natural forest which has the red colobus monkeys which are only found in Zanzibar and the mangrove swamp forest. Not just that, but enjoy all the nature that will surround you during your visit.
Meeting and pickup information
- You can recognize our transportation cars by the logos ‘Beach & Safari Holidays’ and ‘Crabs Tours’ on it.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Beach & Safari
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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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