Prison Island Tour

Informaciones generales

Destino
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Detalles del programa

Changuu Island also known as Prison Island lies about 30 min by boat from Stone Town.

The island was formerly owned by an Arab and saw use for confinement of refractory slaves but no prisoners were ever housed here instead the island became a quarantine station for yellow fever epidemics. It was bought by General Lloyd Mathews and the jail (goal) which still stands was built in 1893 and hence the name “PRISON ISLAND”.



In 1919 the British governor of Seychelles sent a gift in form of four Aldabra giant tortoises to Changuu. Presently this species is considered vulnerable and has been placed on the IUCN Red List. There is a dedicated foundation on the island which looks after the tortoises' welfare.



This tour includes a visit to the historic Prison Island with its giant land tortoise. While on the island you will be able to observe and feed the tortoises, swim, sunbathe and snorkel.



Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Arabic.

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Starting point:
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
Please call up at least 48 hours in advance to confirm the pick-up time.

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
08:30 - 13:30
13:30 - 18:30

Duration: 5 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide

Requirements
Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you

Recommendations
Informal Clothes