ZANZIBAR: Prison Island, Jozani Forest & SeaTurtle Sanctuary Private tour with hotel transfer & all entry fees included.
ID: GYG1044911-O-1645684
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Visit Prison Island’s giant tortoises, explore Jozani Forest’s red colobus monkeys, and discover sea turtles in a natural cave sanctuary all in one day.
Discover three of Zanzibar's top nature and heritage attractions in one unforgettable day. Start your journey with a boat ride to Prison Island, where you’ll explore the historic buildings once used to quarantine prisoners and meet the island’s famous giant Aldabra tortoises. Learn about their origin and even feed these gentle creatures.
Next, head inland to the lush Jozani Forest, the only national park in Zanzibar, home to the rare Red Colobus Monkeys. Take a guided walk through the forest and mangrove boardwalks while spotting monkeys, butterflies, and other endemic species in their natural habitat.
End your experience in the charming Kizimkaz village at Salam Cave, where you'll visit a small, peaceful Sea Turtle Sanctuary. Here, rescued turtles are protected and rehabilitated before being released back into the ocean. Learn from local caretakers about their efforts and enjoy a serene moment with these amazing marine creatures in a natural cave pool setting.
This combined tour offers you nature, wildlife, culture, and conservation all in one immersive Zanzibar experience.
Highlights
- Discover giant tortoises at Prison Island
- Walk through magical Jozani mangrove forest
- Spot rare red colobus monkeys
- Visit a sea turtle rescue and conservation center
- Enjoy guided transfers and local stories
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Entrance fees to Prison Island.
- Entrance fees to Jozani Forest.
- Entrance fees to Salam Cave Sea Turtle Sanctuary.
- Swimming with turtle.
- Private transport in air-conditioned vehicle.
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.