Prison island tour is one among of the best day tours .The tours consist the three main attractions including snorkelling,The taking of photos of the giant tortoise ,as well as the history of the island.

The prison which is now the hotel was built in 1893 and was originally intended to house violent prisoners from mainland as well as sick people

You will get opportunity to visit a tortoise sanctuary which contains a large colony of giant tortoise imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century.There will be a chance to touch the tortoise and take photos.The island is also a home to a colony of beautiful peacocks

For the rest of trip can either enjoy marine life as you snorkeling around the coral that frigers prison island or just relax under the warm glow of the sun. Because this tour is pretty short most tourist prefer to combine it with other day trips like the sunset cruise or stone town or spice farm