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Enjoy a full-day guided tour by boat from Stone Town to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank. See tortoises, snorkel and sunbathe, then savor a buffet lunch of seafood and seasonal fruits.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Zanzibar's history and culture on a full-day trip by boat
• Take a fascinating tour of Prison Island as you peek into its historic cells
• Feed and interact with some of the giant Aldabra tortoises on the island
• Sunbathe and relax on the beach at Nakupenda Sandback or go snorkel in the sea
• Treat yourself to a delicious and nutritious seafood lunch picnic on the beach

Description

Experience a packed full-day trip by boat as you head to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sanbdank Beach from Stone Town. Take a tour of the old prison, interact with local tortoises, and enjoy lunch, snorkeling, and more. Board your comfortable boat and set off from the shores of Stone Town. Relax as the boat glides over the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, offering stunning views of the coastline. Dock at Prison Island and admire its lush greenery before taking a tour of the prison. Explore the old cells, hear stories about the prisoners, and learn about the island's transformation over the years. Next, get ready for an up-close encounter with giant Aldabra tortoises, some of which are over a century old. Feed and interact with these magnificent creatures. Have some time on the scenic beach at your leisure. Take a swim in the crystal-clear waters or explore the island's nature trails. Head back to the boat for the journey to Nakupenda Sandbank. Once there, step onto the soft, untouched beach and get ready for a picnic lunch. Feast on a delicious spread of local seafood delicacies. After lunch, make use of the snorkeling equipment to explore the vibrant underwater world surrounding the sandbank. Relax on the sand, sunbathe, or engage in water activities like beach volleyball or paddleboarding. End your day with a return to Stone Town on the boat.

Includes

Round Boat trip Guide Fruits Lunch Sea food barbeque (There will be lunch available for vegetarians) Snorkeling equipment Life jacket Bottle of water Soda

Important Information

• From 1st September, the entry fee will be $22 in total, which includes both the government tax and the Prison Island fee — $10 for marine conservation and $12 for Prison Island. This rate applies to visitors aged 16 and above. For children aged 5 to 15 years, the fee will be $17 in total — $5 for marine conservation and $12 for Prison Island. Children under 5 years old can enter free of charge.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund