Zanzibar Prison Island Stone Town and Nakupenda Beach Tour

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About this activity

Zanzibar Full-Day Adventure: Stone Town, Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank

Experience the best of Zanzibar in one unforgettable full-day tour, blending history, relaxation, and natural beauty. Begin in Stone Town, where you’ll board a motorboat to Prison Island, home to majestic giant tortoises and pristine beaches. Then, escape to the secluded Nakupenda Sandbank, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, for a BBQ lunch with fresh tropical fruits. Snorkel among vibrant coral reefs, soak up the sun, or simply relax in paradise.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families seeking a memorable Zanzibar experience.

Highlights:

Full-day tour with convenient hotel pickup anywhere in Zanzibar

Explore historic Stone Town and meet Prison Island’s giant tortoises

Relax on Nakupenda Sandbank with a BBQ lunch and tropical fruits

Snorkel in turquoise waters or unwind on a pristine beach

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Zanspice Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Tropical fruits and soft drinks included
Included: BBQ lunch on Nakupenda Sandbank
Included: Professional driver and boat crew
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere in Zanzibar island
Included: Motorboat rides to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank

Not included

Not included: Items not specified in the inclusions

Itinerary

Stone Town

one hour

Stone Town (starting point for the boat ride)
Prison Island - Changuu Private Island

2 hours Admission included

Prison Island (Changuu Island) — famous for giant tortoises, historic prison ruins, and beautiful beaches
Nakupenda Beach Nature Reserve

3 hours Admission included

Nakupenda Sandbank — a pristine, secluded sandbank surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters, ideal for relaxing, swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the beach

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Sand and Sunset Hotel, Kendwa
Oasis Blu Zanzibar
Reef Nungwi House
Crown View Hotel
Eden Nest Boutique
Botany Villa
Kimti House
Mambo Beach Villas
Oasis Nungwi
Sulkhan Serviced Apartment
Zava House Stone town
Mano Kendwa Garden

and 774 more pickup points

We offer convenient hotel pickup anywhere on Zanzibar island. Please be ready at your hotel lobby or main entrance 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Our driver will greet you with a sign displaying your name or booking reference. If you don’t see your driver within 15 minutes of the scheduled time, please contact us using the emergency number provided in your booking confirmation. Transfers to Stone Town and motorboat departures are included in the trip.

Using your ticket

Please present your confirmation email or e-ticket (printed or on your mobile device) to the driver at pickup or to the tour representative at the meeting point. No physical ticket is required. If you have any issues on the day of the tour, contact us using the phone number provided in your booking confirmation.