Zanzibar: Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island Day Trip

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Explore Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island on a day trip from Zanzibar. Snorkel in the clear waters, see giant tortoises, and enjoy a seafood lunch.

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Highlights

  • Discover the underwater world of Nakupenda Sandbank on a snorkeling trip
  • See the giant tortoises of Prison Island and learn about the island's history
  • Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on the sandbank or Prison Island
  • Take a boat ride to Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island
  • Admire the beautiful coral reef, fish, and garden under the water

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Embark on a full-day tour of Zanzibar's Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank. Enjoy snorkeling in the coral reef, see the giant tortoises, and enjoy a seafood lunch on the sandbank. Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Zanzibar and head to Stone Town by car. Then, take a boat to Nakupenda Sandbank. Snorkel in the coral reef and see the colorful fish and coral. Depending on the tide, you may be able to stay on the sandbank for a while. Enjoy a seafood lunch on the sandbank. If you are vegetarian, you will be served a delicious vegetarian meal. After lunch, take a boat to Prison Island. See the giant tortoises that live on the island. Learn about the history of the island from your guide. See the peacocks and sheep that live on the island. Take in the beautiful views and take as many pictures as you like. Finally, take a boat back to Stone Town and return to your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Boat ride to Nakupenda sand bank and Prison Island Opportunity for snorkeling Seafood lunch (vegetarian options available) Guided tour of Prison Island Opportunity to see the giant tortoises Beautiful views for photography

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