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By mkesha safaris
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 331 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Stone Town
    • Visit the old slave market, House of Wonders, and Sultan’s Palace
    • Explore the tortoise sanctuary on Prison Island and meet giant tortoises
    • Discover the marine life that lives in the clear waters of the Indian Ocean
    • Wander through the narrow alleyways of Stone Town and visit its markets

Activity location

    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Private Tour with Meeting Point, Without Entry Fee

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

For guests in Stone Town, this option starts at a nearby meeting point and excludes hotel transfer. Prison Island entry is not included and costs TZS 32,000 or $12 per person. The guide speaks French, Polish, German, Italian, Spanish, and English.

Price details
RM 330.93 x 2 AdultsRM 661.86
Total
Price is RM 661.86

Private Tour with Hotel Transfer, Without Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option includes return hotel transfer but not the Prison Island entry ticket. Pay TZS 32,000 or $12 per person on the day of the tour. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in English and French.

Price details
RM 469.83 x 2 AdultsRM 939.66
Total
Price is RM 939.66

Solo Traveller with Meeting Point, Without Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English

This option is for one person, starts at the meeting point, and does not include the Prison Island entry fee. The $12-per-person fee is payable on the day of the tour. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in French and English.

Price details
RM 490.26 x 2 AdultsRM 980.52
Total
Price is RM 980.52

Private Tour: All-Inclusive Without Lunch

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off and entrance tickets for Prison Island and the Catholic Church, but lunch is not included. The live guide conducts the tour bilingually in French and English.

Price details
RM 674.11 x 2 AdultsRM 1,348.22
Total
Price is RM 1,348.22

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Life Jackets
  • Inclusions
    Bottle of water
  • Inclusions
    Private speed boat
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Prison Island entry fee of $12 per person, payable on the day by cash or card (if option selected)
  • Exclusions
    Catholic Church $10 Per personal
  • Exclusions
    Freddie Mercury $8 per personal
  • Exclusions
    Extra expenses
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Littering

What you can expect

  • Embark on a day trip to the historical Prison Island and the vibrant Stone Town, and experience Zanzibar's rich heritage and natural beauty. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or seeking a unique travel experience, this itinerary covers the essentials for a memorable day.

    Begin with a visit to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, located approximately 6 kilometers northwest of Stone Town. Historically, it was used as a quarantine station and a prison for rebellious slaves during the 19th century. Today, the island is renowned for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and a sanctuary for giant tortoises, some of which are over a century old.

    Next, head to Stone Town, the heart of Zanzibar's cultural identity. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts remarkable Arabic, Persian, Indian, and European architectural influences. Explore lively markets, traditional Swahili architecture, and historic sites that speak to the town's centuries-old trading legacy.
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Location

Activity location

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    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania | You will meet with your guide at the meeting point
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania