Tour overview

Prison Island (Quarantine Island) Tour

Discover the historic Quarantine Island with the Best Tour Operator in Zanzibar and Arusha. Located just 5km from Stone Town, Prison Island (Changuu) is a must-visit destination. Furthermore, it is a perfect short excursion to combine with your Best Safari from Zanzibar holiday plans.

Tour Description

The island is approximately 800 meters long and 250 meters wide, featuring a large compound home to Giant Aldabra Tortoises. These majestic creatures were a gift from the Seychelles in 1919. Moreover, you can explore the ancient prison ruins. Interestingly, although built as a prison, no prisoners were ever actually housed here.

This tour is your ultimate opportunity to take cool pictures with these gentle giants. Additionally, we highly recommend participating in snorkeling activities in the surrounding coral reefs. Consequently, as the Best Tour Operator in Zanzibar and Arusha, Saving Tour ensures you have all the equipment and guidance needed for a memorable day.

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Included

Proffessional Tour Guide
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Bottle of mineral water
Traditional Boat Transport

Not Included

Sun screen
Towel

3 Hours Trip To Prison Island

Pick up policy and meeting point

We pick-up all traveler in Stone Town for free of Charge. The Traveler outside in Stone town will be charged for pick-up transfer charges or we can meet at Kelele Square, Shangani, Zanzibar.

lakeshia debose

I had an amazing experience booking with this excursion company during my time in Zanzibar—so much so that I used them twice! From start to finish, everything was seamless, professional, and well-organized. The team was incredibly responsive and made the booking process easy, answering all of my questions and making me feel comfortable and prepared ahead of time. Each excursion was thoughtfully planned, with great attention to detail and timing. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what they do, which made the experiences even more enjoyable. They really went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable time, and it truly showed. If you’re visiting Zanzibar and looking for a reliable, trustworthy excursion company that delivers exceptional service and unforgettable experiences, I highly recommend booking with them. I would absolutely use them again without hesitation!

ΤΑΝΙΑ ΡΑΠΤΗ

We had a great time with saving tour! They are really helpful and willing to make our trip easy and fun. They organised everything for a whole week and always with a smile. Thank you !

Fran Azofeifa

My experience in Zanzibar with Saving Tour was simply unforgettable. From the moment we set off, everything felt authentic and effortless. One of the highlights was enjoying fresh seafood right on the beach — prepared in front of us, with the ocean just a few steps away. It doesn’t get more real than that. Said is not just a guide, he’s someone who truly connects with people. He made the whole experience feel safe, relaxed, and genuine. You can feel his passion for what he does. We explored beautiful places, sailed across crystal-clear waters, and shared moments that go beyond tourism — this felt like discovering Zanzibar through a friend. If you want more than just a tour, if you want a real experience, Saving Tour is the right choice. Una experiencia inolvidable en Zanzíbar. Todo fue auténtico, bien organizado y con un trato cercano que se siente desde el primer momento. Said no es solo guía, es alguien que realmente se preocupa por que vivas el lugar de verdad. Desde el mar cristalino hasta la comida fresca en la playa, todo fue simplemente perfecto. Más que un tour, fue una experiencia real. Totalmente recomendado.

Graeme Loten

First class service and at a reasonable price - would definitely recommend.

abel cindy

Best Tour guides ever

Miro Sam

Extremely helpful

Tunde Oni

Amazing Experience 😊

Atca Abdulrasoul

We had an incredible experience with Saving Tour! We did a custom trip including a Stone Town tour, followed by a Lake Duluti ,safari in Tarangire and the Serengeti. For the quality of service, the price was very affordable compared to other companies we looked at. Our guides were professional, the communication was clear, and they handled every detail perfectly. If you want a top-tier Tanzanian adventure that doesn't break the bank, this is the company to go with