Changuu, which almost everyone calls Prison Island, sits just off Stone Town. The crossing takes about twenty-five minutes by local boat.

The island's best-known residents are Aldabra giant tortoises, the oldest of which are well over a century old. You will have time to walk among them, feed them and hear the island's history from a local guide who works there daily.

Beyond the tortoises the island is a good place to swim and snorkel, and the beach is quiet. The tour is a half day, so it fits either side of a lunch and leaves the rest of the day free.

Trip highlights

Walk among the Aldabra giant tortoises and feed them
The island's history told by a guide who works there
Snorkelling and swimming from the island beach

What is included

Included

Return transport from your accommodation in Stone Town
Boat crossing and local guide
Snorkelling gear and life jackets
Conservation fee and government taxes

Not included

Food and drinks
Tips, which are always optional

Before you travel

Pickup and meeting point

Pickup from your hotel in Stone Town. Boats leave from the Forodhani seafront. If you are staying elsewhere on the island, tell us when you enquire and we will quote the transfer.