About Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank: Full-Day Boat Trip & Lunch
Explore two of Zanzibar’s top attractions in one full-day shared boat tour from Stone Town. Sail on a traditional local wooden boat to historic Prison Island, home to the famous giant Aldabra tortoises, then continue to the stunning Nakupenda Sandbank for snorkeling, swimming, and beach relaxation.
Your journey begins at 09:00 AM from Stone Town (exact meeting point confirmed after booking, tide-dependent). After a short cruise, visit Prison Island to walk among the giant tortoises, explore the old prison and quarantine ruins, and enjoy scenic views back toward Stone Town.
Next, head to Nakupenda Sandbank, a pristine white-sand strip surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise water. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling with included equipment, sunbathing, and beach time at your own pace. A fresh seafood & Swahili buffet lunch is served directly on the sandbank, including grilled fish, octopus, rice, vegetables, chapati, and tropical fruits. Soft drinks, wine or beer, plus snacks and fruit, are included.
Return to Stone Town between 15:30 and 16:00, depending on tide and sea conditions.
Important Notes
Traditional wooden boat, basic comfort
No toilet on board
Schedule and meeting point are tide-dependent
Shared experience with up to 27 guests
Trip Details
Duration: Approx. 7 hours
Start Time: 09:00 AM
Departure: Stone Town (exact meeting point shared after booking)
Group Size: Shared boat, max 27 guests
Hotel Pick-Up: Not included
What’s Included
Shared local wooden boat (round trip)
Visit to Prison Island (tortoises & ruins)
Snorkeling equipment (Nakupenda)
Seafood & Swahili buffet lunch
Soft drinks, wine or beer
Snacks & tropical fruit
English-speaking guide
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
Not Included
Hotel transfers
Towels
Toilet on the boat
Extra alcoholic drinks
Tips (optional)
Ideal for travelers looking for an affordable, authentic, and complete Zanzibar island experience in one day.
Price Overview :
$113 USD Per Person (max 27 guests)
Activities
Aperitif outing
Cruise
Discovery
Family
Romance
Snorkeling
Details
Rental conditions
Type of rental
With captain
Times of the beginning and end of the rental :
9:00 AM / 4:00 PM
Security deposit
No deposit required
Security deposit management
Security deposit management: Managed directly by the owner
The owner has chosen to handle the deposit directly during the rental. Do not pay a deposit before seeing the boat and the owner.
Cancellation Policy
Flexible
Fuel
Included
Boat
Type of boat
Sailboat (Other sailboat)
Model
Custom
-
2018
Year of construction
2018
Licensed capacity
27
Number of cabins
1
Number of berths
1
Length (in ft)
26
(7,9 m)
Width (in ft)
39
(12 m)
Draught (in ft)
49
(15 m)
Power
200hp
(1 engine)
- 2 stroke
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel capacity
100 L
Pets allowed on board
No
Location
Port
secutity equipment
Basic
Other departure options
Zanzibar
Cancellation conditions of the renter
Cancellation Policy:
Flexible
Free cancellation until the day before departure (excluding SamBoat service fees).
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