Ocean
Prison Island
Meet the giant Aldabra tortoises of Changuu Island
- DurationHalf day
- Group2–15 people
- LocationChanguu Island
- From$35
Start from
$35/ person
- No payment needed to enquire
- Hotel pickup can be arranged
- Local Zanzibari guides
- Fast replies on WhatsApp
Overview
What to expect
Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, is a scenic 25-minute ride by traditional wooden boat from the Stone Town beach. Its star residents are a colony of Aldabra giant tortoises — some of them estimated to be close to 200 years old.
Learn the history of the island and its tortoises, feed them by hand, then enjoy time to swim, snorkel and sunbathe on the island's beautiful beach.
Highlights
Why you'll love it
- Meet and feed the giant tortoises
- Learn the history of Changuu Island
- Scenic local boat ride from Stone Town
- Swimming & beach time
Prices
Price per person
Larger groups pay less per person.
- 1 – 2 persons
- $50
- 3 – 5 persons
- $46
- 6 – 10 persons
- $38
- 11 – 25 persons
- $35
What's included
- Licensed local guide (English, French, German or Italian)
- Island & tortoise sanctuary entrance fees
- Return boat transfer
- Drinking water
Transport is not included in the prices above. The final price depends on where you are staying — send us your hotel name on WhatsApp and we will quote the full price including pickup and drop-off.
Prison Island
$35/ person
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