Prison Island + Nakupenda Sandbank + Spice Farm Tour

This 3-in-1 experience combines Zanzibar’s most iconic natural and cultural attractions. Start with a visit to Prison Island to see the famous giant tortoises, then relax and swim at the breathtaking Nakupenda Sandbank with a seafood BBQ lunch, and finish with a guided walk through a local spice plantation.

Tour Overview

This 3-in-1 experience combines Zanzibar’s most iconic natural and cultural attractions. Start with a visit to Prison Island to see the famous giant tortoises, then relax and swim at the breathtaking Nakupenda Sandbank with a seafood BBQ lunch, and finish with a guided walk through a local spice plantation.

🕒 Duration

Full Day

🫂 Group Size

Minimum: 2 People

⭐ Rating

💵 Price

$ 260/=

Detailed Itinerary

✅ Morning Hotel Pickup
•Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Stone Town port
1️⃣ Prison Island Tour (Changuu Island) 2hrs .
•Short boat ride from Stone Town
•Visit the giant Aldabra tortoises sanctuary
•Explore the historical prison ruins
•Optional snorkeling around coral reef
2️⃣ Nakupenda Sandbank Experience (3hrs).
•Sail to the dreamy sandbank near Stone Town
•Swim in turquoise waters, sunbathe, and relax
•Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood BBQ lunch: fish, prawns, calamari, chapati, rice, tropical fruits & soft drinks
•Snorkeling gear available
•Time to unwind, take photos, and enjoy the views
3️⃣ Spice Farm Tour (3hrs)
•Visit a local spice plantation
•Learn about Zanzibar’s “Spice Island” heritage
•Touch, smell, and taste spices like cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg
•Discover traditional herbal uses and tropical fruits
•Enjoy fresh fruit tasting and local demos
•Optional spice shopping
🚐 Hotel Drop-Off
After your spice tour, transfer back to your hotel in the late afternoon

Tour Highlights

🐢 Visit Prison Island & Giant Tortoises
🏝️ Nakupenda Sandbank & Seafood BBQ
🌶️ Explore Zanzibar’s Spice Farm
🌊 Nature, Culture & Island Escape

What's Included

•✔️ Hotel pickup & drop-off (island-wide)
•✔️ Boat transfers for Prison Island & Nakupenda
•✔️ Entrance fees (Island & Farm)
•✔️ Seafood BBQ lunch & soft drinks
•✔️ Snorkeling gear (on request)
•✔️ Bottled water
•✔️ Professional English-speaking guide
•➕ Optional: Vegetarian lunch available on request

What to Bring

•Swimsuit & towel
•Sunscreen & hat
•Camera / GoPro
•Flip-flops & light clothing
•Curiosity & beach vibes 😎

Perfect For

•👨‍👩‍👧 Families
•💑 Couples & honeymooners
•🌿 Culture & nature explorers
•📸 Travelers & influencers

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