Stone Town Walking with Prison Island Half Day Trip

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ID: GYG479262-852063
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 12:00 hours


Description

This is a half day trip going to explore the Zanzibar ancient town to learn about the history and culture of Zanzibar together with the Prison island to discover why it has given so many names.
This half day trip will just start by enjoying walking tour in the World heritage site of Zanzibar’s ancient town. You will visit different historical sites, this sightseeing on foot means you can leave cars behind while following Stone Town’s most narrow, winding streets,
Stone town is famously known for its prominent historical and artistic importance from Eastern to Central Africa. Its history mostly dates back to 7th century with defused culture and its architecture where the world explorers met up.
After spending hours in stone town now your guide will take you the seashore to take a wooden dhow to a beautiful island mostly known as Prison Island, but it has gained so many names because of different reasons.
On this beautiful island, spend some time exploring the area and discover the collection of over 50 tortoises that live inside the island, some of which are more than 100 years old. The second oldest tortoise in the world is found there in the island.
Another main attraction during the Prison Island Tour is the historical site of the central prison of Zanzibar, from which the name of the tour derives. This was built back in 1893, but despite the fact that it has been named as a prison it was never used as a prison in reality.

Highlights

  • Discover the oldest city in East Africa.
  • Learn about culture and history of Zanzibar.
  • Discover the giant tortoises and other animals.
  • Opportunity to see the second oldest tortoise in the world.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Your guide will meet you in front of old fort at the entrance gate.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.