Zanzibar Tour · Stone Town
Stone Town & Prison Island Tour
UNESCO alleys, a short boat hop, and giant Aldabra tortoises.
From $70 per person
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- Duration Half day (4–5 hours)
- Where Stone Town
- Style Private
- From $70 / person
This half-day pairing is the clearest first look at Zanzibar: the living town and the island that once held prisoners and later a quarantine station.
In Stone Town a local guide threads the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Sultan’s Palace, Freddie Mercury’s childhood streets and the former slave market at the Anglican Cathedral. Darajani Market adds spice, fruit and the noise of an ordinary morning.
A private boat then crosses to Prison Island. The giant Aldabra tortoises are the reason most guests come; the views back to the harbour are the reason they linger. Hotel pickup is arranged as an add-on based on where you sleep.
The day, in brief
- UNESCO World Heritage walking tour
- House of Wonders, Old Fort and Darajani Market
- Private boat to Prison Island
- Giant Aldabra tortoise encounter
How the day unfolds
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Hotel pickup
Meet your guide and drive into the heart of Stone Town.
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Stone Town walk
Palaces, the old slave market memorial, carved-door lanes and the harbour edge.
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Prison Island
Boat crossing, tortoise sanctuary and time on the beach before returning.
Included
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Private boat
- Government fees
Not included
- Hotel transfer (quoted by area)
- Lunch
- Personal souvenirs
- Luxury boat upgrade
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and hat
- Camera
- Swimwear if you want a dip
Guide prices
Private rates for this outing
Quoted from your hotel area. Safari flights change with season and seat availability.
Questions
Before you book
Is this suitable as a first-day tour?
Yes. It is the most complete introduction if you land in the morning or stay in Stone Town.
Can we upgrade the boat?
A more comfortable boat is available at extra cost for the Prison Island crossing.
Reserve
Book this day
Tell us your hotel, date and group size. We confirm on WhatsApp, then send the plan in writing.
