Stone Town Tour + Prison Island Tour

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then set sail to Prison Island to meet the famous giant tortoises and swim in crystal-clear waters. This tour is the perfect blend of history and nature, ideal for travelers who want to experience the essence of Zanzibar in a half day.

Tour Overview

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then set sail to Prison Island to meet the famous giant tortoises and swim in crystal-clear waters. This tour is the perfect blend of history and nature, ideal for travelers who want to experience the essence of Zanzibar in a half day.

🕒 Duration

Half Day

🫂 Group Size

Minimum: 2 People

⭐ Rating

💵 Price

$ 170/=

Detailed Itinerary

✅ Hotel Pickup
•Picked up from your hotel and transferred to Stone Town
1️⃣ Stone Town Walking Tour (Approx. 2.5 hrs)
•Guided walking tour through the narrow alleys and vibrant streets
•Visit iconic landmarks such as:
•Old Slave Market & Anglican Cathedral
•House of Wonders
•Sultan’s Palace (People’s Palace Museum)
•Old Fort
•Darajani Market
•Freddie Mercury’s House
•Learn about the history of trade, religion, and culture from a local expert
2️⃣ Prison Island (Changuu Island) Tour (Approx. 2hrs)
•Short boat ride from Stone Town to the island
•Visit the giant Aldabra tortoise sanctuary (some over 150 years old!)
•Explore the old prison ruins
•Optional: Snorkeling around the coral reef (gear available on request)
•Free time to swim or relax on the beach
🚐 Return Transfer
•After your island adventure, you’ll be taken back to your hotel
•Optional lunch stop in Stone Town available upon request (extra cost)
🍽️ Note: Lunch is not included, but can be arranged upon request or enjoyed independently in Stone Town after the tour.

Tour Highlights

🏛️ Explore Historic Stone Town
🐢 Visit Prison Island & Giant Tortoises
🌊 Optional Snorkeling & Beach Time
📖 Culture, History & Island Stories

What's Included

•✔️ Hotel pickup & drop-off
•✔️ Guided walking tour of Stone Town
•✔️ Boat ride to/from Prison Island
•✔️ Entrance fees to historical sites and island
•✔️ Visit to tortoise sanctuary
•✔️ Bottled water
•✔️ English-speaking professional guide
•➕ Snorkeling gear available upon request
•🚫 Lunch not included (optional add-on)

What to Bring

•Comfortable walking shoes
•Sunhat & sunscreen
•Swimwear (if planning to swim/snorkel)
•Camera / phone
•Modest attire for historical/cultural sites

Perfect For

•🏛️ History & culture lovers
•🐢 Nature explorers
•📸 City + beach day seekers
•👨‍👩‍👧 Couples, families, or solo adventurers

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