Prison Island Discovery
Prison Island Discovery is a 2-hour guided excursion combining scenic waterside exploration with the distinctive character of Zanzibar. The programme brings together boat excursion to Prison Island to…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Prison Island Discovery is a 2-hour guided excursion combining scenic waterside exploration with the distinctive character of Zanzibar. The programme brings together boat excursion to Prison Island to visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and explore the island's historic prison ruins, with transfers and local arrangements coordinated around prevailing operating and safety conditions. The programme concludes with a convenient return to your hotel.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Boat excursion to Prison Island to visit the giant Aldabra tortoises.
Explore the island's historic prison ruins.
Boat or waterside arrangements coordinated in line with local operating conditions.
Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Zanzibar.
Meet your guide at your hotel in Zanzibar and transfer to the designated departure point.
Following the relevant briefing, enjoy boat excursion to Prison Island to visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and explore the island's historic prison ruins.
Conclude with the return boat or road transfer and drop-off at your hotel. The operating sequence follows prevailing weather, water and safety conditions.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in a comfortable vehicle suited to the route.
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide or driver-guide.
- Entrance fees and activity costs listed in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water during the excursion.
- Boat, dhow or cruise service listed in the itinerary.
Not included
- International flights, visas and travel insurance.
- Meals and beverages unless specifically stated as included.
- Optional activities, upgrades or private purchases.
- Gratuities, personal expenses and items of a personal nature.
- Any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
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