Jitu’s Prison Island Excursion
Cost: $60 per person (min. 2 people)
Location: Stone Town departure
Availability: Daily from 2pm-6pm
Our popular day trip gets you off the island and onto the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Travel as Zanzibari’s have for hundreds of years, in a ‘dhow’ – a traditional wooden sailboat. Sail 6km to Changuu (“Prison”) Island, a government-owned island where you’ll learn about its history and visit the roaming Aldabra Giant Tortoises, an endangered species now cared for in this space. Swim while your guide prepares a seafood BBQ lunch on the beach!
What to bring:
Sun protection, swimming gear, water.
Included in cost:
Private guide, boat (petrol, crew, life vest ), seafood BBQ, entry fees and government levies
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Reserve your spot online, and pay upon arrival. This system offers transparency in getting your tourist dollars right into the hands of your local guides. It also gives you flexibility, avoids online payment fees, and ensures that your money goes right to your travel guide! As a courtesy, please give us 12 hours notice if you need to make a change. Our small team reserves their time just for you, and fresh food is purchased for your experience. It hurts us if you don’t show up!
What makes us different?
We created Simba & Spice to offer high quality travel experiences that respect local communities, cultures and wildlife. Our staff receive fair salaries and the communities we work with are compensated for their participation in our tours. Together with our Canadian advisors and Tanzanian community partners, we show travelers the best of northern Tanzania and Zanzibar, while supporting locals along the way!