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PRISON ISLAND TOUR "Changuu Island - 10 min boat from Stone Town" WHAT YOU'LL SEE & DO ON PRISON ISLAND 1. GIANT ALDABRA TORTOISE SANCTUARY The main attraction. - giant tortoises aged 50 - 193 years old - Brought from Seychelles - You can feed them lettuce and take photos - Learn how the sanctuary helps protect this endangered species 2. THE OLD PRISON BUILDING - Built by the British to house rebellious slaves - Never used as a prison. Later became a quarantine station - Short guided tour + history of the island - Great photo spot with ocean views 3. PRISON ISLAND - White sand beach with clear shallow water - see starfish right from shore - Peacocks and antelopes roaming the island IMPORTANT INFO Location 5.6km northwest of Stone Town Boat time 10 minutes each way Best time 9:00am - 1:00pm. calmer sea Entrance Fee Included in tour price What to bring Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, camera. DESCRIPTION PRISON ISLAND TOUR Giant Tortoises + History + Beach + Snorkeling 10 min from Stone Town. Half-Day Trip
Highlights
- Private boat transfer
- Tortoise sanctuary
- Historic island stop
Day by day
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Prison Island visit
Boat crossing, tortoise sanctuary visit and optional swim before returning to Stone Town.
Stay: None · Meals: None
Included
- Boat and guide
- Island logistics
- Flexible timing
- Entrance fee (where applicable)
Not included
- Personal purchases
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