GOLO PRISON ISLAND TOUR
Prison Island Tour
Take a short boat ride from Stone Town to Changuu Island for its historic ruins, giant Aldabra tortoises, beach time and optional snorkeling.
CHANGUU ISLAND ESCAPE
Prison Island Tour
Explore Changuu Island, commonly called Prison Island, with a mix of island history, giant Aldabra tortoises and time beside the Indian Ocean. The island is a natural fit for combining with a Stone Town day.
LOCATION
Changuu Island · off Stone Town
DURATION
Half-day · approximately 3–5 hours
PRICE
From TZS 95,000 / person
EXPERIENCE
Boat ride · tortoises · history · beach
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Prison Island Tour Itinerary
A compact island escape that combines the boat ride, Changuu’s history, the tortoise sanctuary and time by the water.
01
Boat from Stone Town
Meet your guide and cross the water from the Stone Town area by boat.
02
Island History
Walk through the historic area and learn about Changuu’s changing role over time.
03
Meet Giant Tortoises
Visit the tortoise sanctuary and observe the giant Aldabra tortoises responsibly.
04
Beach & Return
Relax by the beach or enjoy optional snorkeling before returning to Stone Town.
PLAN YOUR PRISON ISLAND TOUR EXPERIENCE
Book Prison Island Tour
Take a short boat ride from Stone Town to Changuu Island for its historic ruins, giant Aldabra tortoises, beach time and optional snorkeling.