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Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Experience

Enjoy a beautiful combination of history, wildlife and relaxation on this unforgettable ocean excursion.

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Stone Town & Nakupenda

Tour timing

Hotel pick up:
8:15 AM
Duration hours:
6–7 hours
Return to Hotel:
3:30 PM

We’ll agree your pickup and return times with you before booking, based on your hotel, itinerary and travel conditions. All times are in Zanzibar local time (EAT, UTC+3).

About this experience

Take a boat from Stone Town to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, to discover its history and famous giant Aldabra tortoises.

Continue to Nakupenda Sandbank, a stunning stretch of white sand surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters. Enjoy swimming, relaxation and a freshly prepared seafood lunch with tropical fruits.

Tour highlights

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Boat trip to Prison Island
  • Visit the giant Aldabra tortoises
  • Discover the island’s history
  • Nakupenda white sandbank
  • Swimming and relaxation
  • Seafood lunch and tropical fruits
  • Beautiful ocean photography opportunities

Your tour programme

Your itinerary

  1. 01

    Hotel pickup & Prison Island

    Start your adventure with hotel pickup and a boat trip from Stone Town to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island.

    Explore the island’s historic buildings and discover the famous giant Aldabra tortoises. Learn about their history and enjoy opportunities to take memorable photographs.

  2. 02

    Nakupenda Sandbank

    Continue by boat to Nakupenda Sandbank, a stunning stretch of white sand surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters.

    Relax on the beach, swim in the Indian Ocean, enjoy the sunshine and take beautiful photographs.

  3. 03

    Seafood lunch & return

    Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood lunch and tropical fruits before returning to Stone Town and your hotel.

Your group at a glance

Choose your tour format to see the price per person and enquire about your preferred option.

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Shared tour prices
GuestsPrice per person
1–2 guestsUSD 90
3+ guestsUSD 70

Rates are per person. The group rate applies from 3 guests.

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What’s included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Boat transfers to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank
  • Prison Island and tortoise visit
  • Prison Island entrance fees
  • Nakupenda sandbank stop for swimming and relaxation
  • Seafood lunch and tropical fruits

Extras & personal expenses

  • Personal expenses and any unlisted extras

Important information

The sandbank experience depends on tides and weather conditions. Prison Island entrance fees are included in the tour price.

The little details

Pickup

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Boat departures are from Stone Town; Layza will confirm your pickup and boat arrangements.

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