Tours & experiences

Full Day Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Beach with Lunch

About this experience

This trip is one of our most recommended trips in Zanzibar especially if you are staying in Stone Town, The trip includes the two must-do activities which are Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach which is a Sandbank also known as disappeared Island/ Sand bar

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
  • Private experience

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Pickup from Stone Town
Stone Town: This price includes pick up and drop off from and to any Hotel/ Accommodation located within Stone Town
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Pickup from Anywhere Zanzibar
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Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr–6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

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Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Fruits (Watermelon, Bananas, Pineapple, Mangoes, Oranges, Coconut, etc.)
  • Bottles of Waters and Soda (Cocacola, Fanta, Sprite, etc)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1)Seafood Buffet; Lobster, Shrimps, Fish, Octopus, Calamari, Fries and Salads 2)Non Seafood option; Chicken, Sausages, Fies and Salads 3)Vegetarian option; Fries, Chapati, and extra Salads and fruits

Not included

  • Towels and Sunscreens
  • Prison Island

Itinerary and highlights

We will take a boat from Stone Town, where you will be able to see some of the popular landmarks in Zanzibar; Forodhani Park, Zanzibar Port, the Old Fort, National Museum - House of Wonders (Beit Al Ajaib), and more

At Prison Island, you will be able to see Giant Aldabra Tortoise, which they were gifted by the Seychelles government. Aldabra Giant Tortoise can live up to 300 years, the Oldest one at Prison Island is 198 years.

Also, you will see Peacocks, Dik Dik (Antelopes), and Prison Ruins (Quarantine Station).

After Prison Island, we will take a boat to Nakupenda Beach, It is a Sandbank, where will have fruit snacks, swim, and relax at the beach. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar.

Also, we will prepare a fresh lunch on the beach, we have 3 options for the lunch; 1) a Seafood buffet for seafood lovers, 2) a Vegetarian option, and 3) a Non-seafood option; which instead we will have chicken, and sausages instead of seafood

Return to Stonetown after Prison Island then our driver or guide will take you back to your Hotel.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pickup from any Hotel/ Accommodation in Zanzibar.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Xtra Adventures

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr–6 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pickup from any Hotel/ Accommodation in Zanzibar.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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