Zanzibar: Nakupenda sand bank, prison island & spice farm.

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ID: GYG1105583-1697735
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Discover Zanzibar in a day—relax at Nakupenda Sandbank, visit Prison Island’s giant tortoises, and explore a Spice Farm with lunch by the sea.
Enjoy a perfect blend of nature, history, and culture on this full-day Zanzibar adventure. Begin your day with a relaxing boat trip to Nakupenda Sandbank, a stunning stretch of white sand surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters. Spend your time swimming, snorkeling among colorful tropical fish, and sunbathing on the soft sand. Savor a freshly prepared seafood lunch with tropical fruits served right on the beach, creating the perfect island experience.

Next, continue to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, famous for its historical background and the giant Aldabra tortoises that roam freely. Learn about the island’s past as a quarantine station and enjoy a short nature walk before relaxing by the shore.

End your tour with a visit to one of Zanzibar’s world-renowned Spice Farms, where you’ll discover why the island is called the “Spice Island.” Walk through the aromatic plantations filled with cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and other tropical spices. You’ll see how each spice is grown, harvested, and used in Zanzibari cooking and traditional medicine. This tour offers the perfect combination of Zanzibar’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and flavorful traditions—all in one unforgettable day.

Highlights

  • Learn how spices are grown in Zanzibar.
  • Experience how the spices are used in Zanzibar.
  • Enjoy the snorkeling in the middle of the Indian Ocean on sand bank.
  • Enjoy the sea food in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
  • Enjoy the giant tortoises in prison island.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

INCLUDED
  • Entrance fee to the Nakupenda sand bank.
  • Entrance fee to the prison island.
  • Local boat fee.
  • Snorkeling gear.
  • Seafood lunch in nakupenda sand bank.
  • Soft drinks.
  • Tropical fruits.
  • Entrance fee to the spice farm.
  • Guide payment.
  • Transport from meeting point to the spice farm.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Transport from your hotel to the meeting point. ( If you need you can request us for good price)

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.