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Sultans, Spice & Sunset: The Ultimate Stone Town & Prison Island Day Tour
- Highly Instagrammable
- 1 Day
- All Group Sizes
History, sea turtles, and rooftop views—all in one unforgettable day
Step into Zanzibar’s living history with a day of island hopping and heritage. Sail across turquoise waters to meet ancient giant tortoises on Prison Island. Wind your way through Stone Town’s fabled alleys with a local guide, uncovering sultans’ secrets, slave trade scars, and Swahili charm. After a light lunch and a glass of fresh-pressed sugarcane juice, cap it all off with a rooftop dinner at sunset—panoramic views, fusion cuisine, and a cocktail in hand. A day this rich should be called a feast.
Historic Sites
Visit iconic sites like the Anglican Cathedral, Old Dispensary, House of Wonders, and the former Slave Market—each with stories that shaped the island’s legacy.
Island Escape
Sail to Prison Island to meet the giant Aldabra tortoises, explore the ruins of the quarantine station, and enjoy a splash in turquoise waters.
Swahili Flavors
Savour a light local lunch and sip fresh-pressed sugarcane juice in the lively Forodhani Gardens. Then dine with a view at a rooftop restaurant as the sun sets.
Sunset Rooftop Dining
End your day high above the rooftops with a 3-course dinner at Maru Maru, Taarab, or Emerson—complete with sundowners and ocean breezes.
Trip Itinerary
08:30 AM – Pickup & Briefing
Meet your guide in Stone Town or at your hotel. A quick orientation, then off to the waterfront for your island adventure.
09:00 AM – Prison Island (Changuu)
A short boat ride takes you to the offshore isle that once served as a detention centre and quarantine hospital. Today, it’s home to giant tortoises (some over 150 years old!) and offers clear waters for swimming or snorkeling.
11:30 AM – Return to Stone Town
Cruise back to the mainland and refresh with a cold drink before heading into the city.
12:00 PM – Light Local Lunch
Enjoy a simple but satisfying meal—think pilau rice, samosas, or grilled fish—at a trusted local café in the old town.
01:00 PM – Guided Stone Town Tour
Walk through the winding streets of Stone Town with a knowledgeable local guide. You’ll visit:
The Anglican Cathedral and Slave Monument
The crumbling façade of the House of Wonders
The Old Dispensary and Sultan’s Palace
Intricately carved doors and Swahili alleyways
Bustling markets full of colour and aroma
04:30 PM – Sugarcane Juice Break
Pause in Forodhani Gardens for a fresh sugarcane juice—crushed on the spot with a dash of lime or ginger.
05:30 PM – Rooftop Dinner Experience
Head to a rooftop overlooking the Indian Ocean. Choose your setting:
Standard: Maru Maru or Taarab Restaurant
Premium: Emerson on Hurumzi or Emerson Spice, with a house cocktail and splendid sunset views of Stone Town
08:00 PM – Drop-off
After dinner, your guide will escort you to your hotel or meeting point. A perfect end to a perfect day.
What is Included?
✔ Return boat trip to Prison Island ✔ All entrance fees and taxes ✔ Guided Stone Town walking tour ✔ Light lunch and soft drink ✔ Fresh sugarcane juice ✔ Rooftop dinner with one alcoholic drink (or two soft drinks) ✔ English-speaking guide ✔ Bottled water throughout the day ✔ Hotel pickup in Stone Town
Tour Pricing
Explorer Package
Solo Tour
$110
- Rooftop dinner at Maru Maru or Taarab Restaurant
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
Explorer Package
2-5 People
$90/each
- Rooftop dinner at Maru Maru or Taarab Restaurant
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
Explorer Package
5+ people
$75/each
- Rooftop dinner at Maru Maru or Taarab Restaurant
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
Premium Package
Solo Tour
$145
- Rooftop dinner at Emerson on Hurumzi or Emerson Spice Rooftop with cocktail)
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
Premium Package
2-5 People
$120/each
- Rooftop dinner at Emerson on Hurumzi or Emerson Spice Rooftop with cocktail)
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
Premium Package
5+ people
$100/each
- Rooftop dinner at Emerson on Hurumzi or Emerson Spice Rooftop with cocktail)
- Return boat transfer to Prison Island
- Entry to Prison Island and giant tortoise sanctuary
- Guided Stone Town walking tour (3 hours)
- Light local lunch with a soft drink
- Fresh sugarcane juice from a local vendor
- Rooftop dinner with 1 alcoholic drink or 2 soft drinks
- Hotel pickup in Stone Town
- Bottled water and expert guide throughout
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