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A person interacting with large tortoises in a natural setting. 1
Two white tents on a sandy beach with turquoise water. 2
A group of people on a boat with a colorful canopy overhead. 3
A table with various fruits and vegetables, including watermelon, pineapple, and bananas. 4
A person holding a plate of seafood on a beach with other people and a lifeguard in the background. 5
By MAJESTIC OCEAN TOURS
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$74 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the fascinating history of Prison Island and its former residents
    • Enjoy a fresh and delicious seafood BBQ lunch by the ocean
    • See giant tortoises, peacocks, and other local wildlife
    • Snorkel in crystal-clear waters and discover colourful marine life
    • Feed and interact with some of the giant Aldabra tortoises on the island

Activity location

    • Prison Island
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 48 Shangani St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | Meet your guide at Forodhani Gardens, near the Livingston area. The guide will be waiting there and will identify themselves with your booking details.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Check availability

Unguja: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank with Seafood

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

This option has a meeting time at 9:30 a.m., and it does not include the entry ticket, which costs $22 / 60,000 TZS per person.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 AM
Price details
AU$73.83 x 2 AdultsAU$147.66
Total
Price is AU$147.66

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off Without Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

This option includes pickup and drop-off without the entry fee, which costs $22/60,000 TZS for both the Prison Island and Nakupenda trip

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$109.28 x 2 AdultsAU$218.56
Total
Price is AU$218.56

Tour with Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off With Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Choose this option if you're staying outside of Stone Town and want to be picked up and dropped off directly at your hotel.

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$162.44 x 2 AdultsAU$324.88
Total
Price is AU$324.88

Private Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank with Entry Fees

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

This is a private tour that includes a private boat, private lunch, and a dedicated private guide. Please note that entry fees to Prison Island are included in the tour price

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$279.10 x 2 AdultsAU$558.20
Total
Price is AU$558.20

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off transfer (available if transfer option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Return boat transfer
  • Inclusions
    Professional local guide
  • Inclusions
    Fresh seafood BBQ lunch
  • Inclusions
    Fresh seasonal tropical fruits
  • Inclusions
    Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, and fins)
  • Inclusions
    Life jacket
  • Inclusions
    Soft drinks
  • Inclusions
    Government taxes
  • Exclusions
    Conservation fee: $22 or TZS 60,000 per person, payable on the day of the tour
  • Exclusions
    Tips and service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Prams, Baby buggies
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People over 95 years

What you can expect

  • Discover the beautiful waters around Unguja on a memorable island adventure to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank. Start with a boat trip to Prison Island, where you can explore the island, see the famous giant tortoises, and enjoy time by the clear turquoise waters.
    Continue to Nakupenda Sandbank, a stunning natural spot surrounded by the Indian Ocean. Relax on the white sandy beach, swim in the crystal-clear water, or snorkel and discover the colourful marine life.
    Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood lunch featuring local flavours, followed by free time to relax and take in the spectacular surroundings before returning by boat.

Location

Activity location

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    • Prison Island
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 48 Shangani St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | Meet your guide at Forodhani Gardens, near the Livingston area. The guide will be waiting there and will identify themselves with your booking details.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania