Explore two of the most important places in Zanzibar on this tour of Stone Town and Prison Island. There's so much to be discovered.
Stone Town & Prison Island Tour
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Stone Town between 8 and 8:30 am, and from there we'll head to the historic centre ready to start our guided walking tour.
We'll take you along the streets of Stone Town, explaining the history and architecture of some of the most emblematic sights. One of the buildings you'll see is the House of Wonders, which now houses the Museum of History and Culture of Zanzibar and the Swahili Coast. You'll also see the Palace Museum, the Old Fort and Anglican Cathedral, where we'll stop to admire the monument to the slaves.
After our walking tour of Stone Town, we'll head to the port and take a 20-minute boat ride to Prison Island. Originally used as a prison for rebellious slaves, this island later became a quarantine station for cases of yellow fever. These days, however, it is an idyllic tourist resort which is home to a collection of endangered giant tortoises!
Finally, we'll return to Stone Town and we'll take you back to your hotel at around 1 pm.
Price
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Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
English–speaking guide
Transport in an air–conditioned bus
Boat transport
Mineral water
Not included
Entrance to the monuments
When to book?
You can book up until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code. Specifically, this activity applies the following practices: Show more
Printed material is avoided.
No single-use plastics are used.
The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
No printing of documentation required.
Provider
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us .
