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Prison Island and Giant Tortoises Half Day Local Boat Trip

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Know Before You Go

Experience type

Group · Day Tour Or Activity

Duration

3 hours

Minimum age

10+

Physical difficulty

Easy

Booking cut-off

1 day before

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Best for

Culture lovers

Top highlights

Duration: 3 hours · Shared local wooden boat · Entrance to the tortoise sanctuary

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Package Options

Prison Island & Giant Tortoises – Half-Day Local Boat Trip

Adult

Highlights

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Shared local wooden boat
  • Entrance to the tortoise sanctuary
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Shared local wooden boat
  • Entrance to the tortoise sanctuary
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Soft drinks
  • 2 bottles of water per guest
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

Explore the enchanting Prison Island (Changuu Island) on this authentic half-day tour from Stone Town. Travel by traditional wooden boat and discover the giant Aldabra tortoises in their sanctuary, some over a century old. Walk through historic prison ruins and soak in the rich history of Zanzibar. After the guided exploration, enjoy leisure time swimming in crystal-clear waters or relaxing on the beach. Ideal for those seeking a genuine local experience without luxury frills. Half-day tour from Stone Town to Prison Island Encounter Aldabra tortoises and explore historic ruins Free time for swimming, beach relaxation, and photography Tour duration: approx. 3 hours with a max group size of 20 guests

Tour tags

Sailing Or Boat TourShore ExcursionsNature

Your Impact from This Booking

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Estimated contribution

฿319

5% · ≈ ฿159 per person

After discounts, excluding pickup. Booking-wide discounts are apportioned across the tour and pickup.

Based on the listed starting price; updates with your booking selection.

Project supported

Ethical Animal Welfare & Community Healthcare Fund

Vorti impact estimate

  • ≈ 3 animal meal / medical supply units

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Tour operator

Important Information

  • PUBLIC_TRANSPORTATION_NEARBY

Cancellation Policy

  • 100% cancellation fee when cancelling within 1 day of departure
  • 0% cancellation fee when cancelling within 1000 days of departure

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