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Discover Changu Island also known as Prison Island, visit a spice farm, and swim with sea turtles at Salaam Cave on this tour from Zanzibar. Learn about the island’s history and enjoy tropical fruits.

Highlights

• Discover the giant Aldabra tortoises on Changu Island, some over 150 years old
• Learn about the island’s history as a former prison and quarantine station
• Explore a local spice farm and discover why Zanzibar is called the Spice Island
• Swim alongside rescued sea turtles in a natural cave pool at Salaam Cave
• Enjoy tropical fruits and watch locals climb trees to harvest spices

Description

Begin your adventure with a boat ride to Changu Island, also known as Prison Island. Discover the island’s history as a former prison and quarantine station. Meet the island’s famous giant Aldabra tortoises, some of which are over 150 years old. Enjoy time to relax on the beach or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters. Next, head to a local spice farm and discover why Zanzibar is called the Spice Island. Walk through the plantations with your guide, smelling, tasting, and learning about spices like cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and more. Enjoy tropical fruits and watch locals climb trees to harvest spices. Finally, visit the Salaam Cave Sea Turtle Sanctuary. This natural cave pool is home to rescued sea turtles. Swim alongside the turtles in their safe, clean environment and learn about local conservation efforts to protect these gentle creatures.

Includes

Boat ride to Changu Island ( Prison Island ) Visit to Spice Farm Visit to Salaam Cave Sea Turtle Sanctuary Live tour guide Entrance Fees Bottles of water

Important Information

• The tour involves walking and swimming. Participants should be comfortable around water and marine life.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund