Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour and Prison Island Day Trip

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    8 hours

  • Start time

    9am

  • Meeting Point

    Hotel pick-up available. Share the details of your booking with us and we’ll meet you at the lobby.

  • Ending Point

    same as starting point

Key Highlights

  • Stroll through the historic alleyways of Stone Town, exploring ancient architecture and cultural landmarks
  • Walk through a working spice farm, learning about Zanzibar’s world-famous spices and sampling fresh flavors
  • Cruise to Prison Island to meet the giant Aldabra tortoises and discover its 19th-century prison history
  • Enjoy a traditional Swahili-style lunch and relax by the turquoise waters for a perfect island experience

Activity Overview

Discover Zanzibar’s vibrant history and culture on a full-day guided tour combining three iconic experiences. Begin with a walking tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its blend of Swahili, Arab, and European influences. Explore bustling markets, slave trade relics, and historic architecture. Next, visit a local spice farm and engage your senses as you see, touch, and taste the island’s renowned spices like cloves, cinnamon, and vanilla. Conclude your day with a boat trip to Prison Island, home to giant Aldabra tortoises and a former 19th-century detention site. This immersive tour offers the perfect mix of culture, history, and nature—all in a single unforgettable day

What’s Included & Not Included

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guide
  • Guided tours
  • Boat transportation to Prison island
  • Prison Island entry ticket (if option selected)
  • Entry ticket of the Spice farm
  • Food and drinks
  • English-spoken guide

Exclusions

  • Tips 
  • Slave market entry ticket
  • Prison Island Tourism Tax (Approx USD 10 per person)
  • Prison Island Government Tax (Approx USD 22 per person)

Important Information

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone or other devices. (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Our driver will pick you up at the reception. Please kindly be ready at the reception of your hotel 5 minutes before departure time.

Important information: Kindly note that for the Shared group tour, the activity requires a minimum of 6 participants.

If the minimum of 6 participants is not reached our Guest relations Coordinator will contact you to reschedule the tour

For the shared tour, kindly note that there will be waiting times in the transportation, for the driver to pick up each guest from their hotel.

What to Bring:

Hat & Sunglasses – For sun protection and comfort.

Sunscreen – To protect against the strong sun.

Food & Water Provided – We offer food and water during the tour, but you may want to bring extra water for convenience.

Water Shoes or Sturdy, Non-Slip Footwear – Recommended for safely climbing in and out of the boat.

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