Tour of Stone Town, Prison Island & Spice Farms

Visit Stone Town, Prison Island, and the spice farms of Zanzibar on this day trip. You'll see three of the island's most important cultural and historical sites!

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Forodhani Garden Restaurant. We will start by exploring the extensive spice farms of Zanzibar, enjoying tastings and scent experiences of native spices. We will walk through small villages and plantations to learn about local livelihoods and view crafts made of palm leaves.

Our tour continues in Stone Town, a World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO. We will explore the old slave market, now a church, visit the Cultural Arts Center, the Peace Memorial Museum, and the House of Wonders.

Next, we will pass the Old Fort of Zanzibar and visit the house where Freddie Mercury was born, the oldest fort on the island. A stop at the old Ithnashiri Dispensary, now a cultural center, will also be included.

We will then head to the port for our journey to Prison Island. Upon arrival, we will see the giant tortoises, some over 100 years old, and have time to relax on the coral reef beaches and swim in the crystal waters. Finally, we will return to the starting point after a 10 to 11-hour day trip.