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Overview
See the National Museum of Zanzibar (rebuilt in 1883) and the Arab fort while passing along bazaar streets towards the famous Freddie Mercury house. See the old slave market, fruit market, and spice market — don’t miss the classic Zanzibar curved doors decorating the stone town. After you have explored Stone Town, you’ll have an opportunity to take a short break before heading to Prison Island. Prison Island is also known as Changuu Island, the nickname came from the island being used by some sultans of Zanzibar to detain enslaved people. While you are on this island, you can swim and take pictures with giant tortoises.
Tour Highlights
- Visits historical buildings, places and monuments, such as House of Wonders build in 1883 (Zanzibar National Museum of History & Culture).
- Visit Darajani market, the central market of Zanzibar and bustling place where locals selling fresh vegetables, spices, fish and tropical fruits.
- Visit the Old Portuguese Fort, the former slave market for East African Slave trade at Anglican Church build in 1873
- Visit at the home of world famous musician “Freddy Mercury"
- Meet Aldabra tortoises, one of the world's largest tortoises, on Prison Island
Includes/Excludes
- All entrance fees
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Friendly and informative tour guide
- Air conditioned transport
Tour Itinerary
Prison Island Tours
After being picked up at your hotel, you will firstly explore the historic Prison Island . Meander through a labyrinth of chaotic alleyways between towering limestone houses, and interact with Aldabra tortoises.
Take a boat ride offshore to Prison Island also called ‘changuu’ in swahili language. It is the home to large land tortoises that were imported from Seychelles. Also, learn about the island’s historic use as a prison for rebellious slaves in the 1860s.
The Aldabra Giant Tortoise sanctuary is a significant draw for tourists, boasting a 200-year-old resident as its oldest. These non-indigenous, majestic creatures weigh an average of 200 kg and can live over 100 years.
Back to Stone Town for Walking Trip
Begin with a guided walking tour through the narrow streets. Key sights include:
- The Old Slave Market site and Anglican Cathedral
- Darajani Market
- Exterior of the House of Wonders (Bait-al-ajab)
- Sultan’s Palace
- The Old Fort
Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private Tour
- Average duration: 6H30
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