Prison Island Tours
Giant tortoises and turquoise water: boats sail from Stone Town to Prison Island (Changuu), home to century-old giant tortoises, with snorkelling and often the Nakupenda sandbank. A relaxed island trip.
20 turer · prices per person, book with partner
Prison Island in Zanzibar City — FAQ
What is Prison Island?
A small island off Stone Town, once a quarantine station, now famous for its giant Aldabra tortoises.
What do the tours include?
A short boat ride, meeting the tortoises and snorkelling, often with the Nakupenda sandbank.
How old are the tortoises?
Some are well over 100 years old, among the oldest on Earth.