2-Day Prison Island Giant Tortoise Safari

2 Days Changuu (Prison) Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania Serengeti Wildlife Safari 5.0/5 from 6 reviews

Overview

A short trip to Changuu Island, better known as Prison Island, home to giant Aldabra tortoises some over a century old, alongside the ruins of a former quarantine station and unbuilt colonial-era prison.

Despite its name, Changuu Island was never used as a working prison - it was built for that purpose but instead became a quarantine station for yellow fever cases. Today it's best known for a protected population of giant Aldabra tortoises, some more than 100 years old, brought originally from Seychelles.
Route (animated from the day-by-day itinerary)
ZanzibarStart
ZanzibarDay 1
ZanzibarEnd
Tour Features
Nature TourAccommodation and service level according to this package.
Can be customizedYou can request changes to this tour.
Private tourOrganized for you and your group.
Can start any daySubject to availability.
Minimum age0
Start / EndZanzibar to Zanzibar
Activities & Transportation
Beach Relaxation
Snorkeling
Spice Tour
Stone Town Walking Tour
Private airport/ferry transfer and private vehicle transfers between hotels and excursions
Accommodation & Meals
AccommodationHotel (Mid-range) accommodation throughout. Meals: Meals as specified in the day-by-day itinerary.
MealsMeals are provided according to the itinerary and package inclusions.
Next: Day by Day

Day by Day

Day 1: Start Your Tanzania Safari

Your safari begins with pickup and a scenic drive toward your selected safari destination. Add full itinerary days from the operator dashboard or directly into the tour_itinerary table.

Main Destination: Changuu (Prison) Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Next: Rates

Rates Per Person

Important to Know
Rates are per person and normally exclude international flights, visas, tips and personal expenses unless stated otherwise.
Start DatesSolo2 People3 People4 People5 People6 People7+ People
Flexible dates$650 per person. Contact the operator for exact group rates.
Next: Inclusions

Inclusions

Included

  • Boat transfer to Changuu Island; tortoise sanctuary entry fee; midrange hotel accommodation; breakfast daily.

Excluded

  • International flights; Tanzania visa; travel insurance; lunch and dinner; tips.
Next: Getting There

Getting There

Tour Start & End

This tour starts in Zanzibar and ends in Zanzibar.

Airport Information

Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha Airport are the most common arrival points for northern Tanzania safaris.

Transfer Information

Most travelers fly into Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar, or connect via Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, with a short domestic flight or ferry across.

Accommodation Before Safari

Extra accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged by the operator on request.

Next: Offered By

Offered By

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

★★★★★ 5.0/5
Office
SafariHotel,Arusha
Country
Tanzania
Tour Types
Nature Tour
Destinations
Changuu (Prison) Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris creates private Tanzania safari experiences with expert planning, trusted local guides, and carefully selected destinations.

Customer Reviews

David Johnson
★★★★★

A professional safari company with excellent attention to detail. We felt safe, informed, and well taken care of.

Anna Wilson
★★★★★

Highly recommended operator for Tanzania safaris. Good communication, comfortable vehicle, and amazing wildlife experience.

Michael Brown
★★★★★

Great service from start to finish. The team was friendly, reliable, and helped us enjoy Serengeti and Ngorongoro comfortably.

Sarah Thompson
★★★★★

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris delivered a memorable Tanzania safari. The guide was knowledgeable and everything was well organized.

James Miller
★★★★★

Excellent safari experience with professional guides, smooth communication, and well-planned itinerary.

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