Stone Town, Prison Island & Nakupenda Dhow Experience | Naru Zanzibar
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Stone Town, Prison Island & Nakupenda

Explore Stone Town by Tuk-Tuk with a professional local guide before sailing by private traditional dhow to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank for giant tortoises, snorkeling, tropical fruit, lunch, drinks, and turquoise-water relaxation.

From $250 per person
Duration Full day
Transport Tuk-Tuk & private dhow
Locations 3 Zanzibar icons
Best for Culture, wildlife & dhow sailing
The Experience

Three Zanzibar icons, one unforgettable day.

Begin among the winding streets and historic landmarks of UNESCO-listed Stone Town, explored by Tuk Tuk with a professional guide. Continue by private traditional dhow to Prison Island to meet the famous giant tortoises, then unwind at Nakupenda Sandbank with snorkeling, tropical fruit, soft drinks, bottled water, and beautiful Indian Ocean views.

UNESCO Stone Town Giant Tortoises Nakupenda Sandbank Snorkeling Private Dhow

What’s included

A complete private dhow experience combining Stone Town culture, island wildlife, snorkeling, lunch, fruit, and refreshments.

🧑‍🏫Professional Guide
🛺Stone Town Tuk-Tuk Tour
Private Boat Transfer
🎟️Prison Island Entrance Fees
🐢Giant Tortoise Sanctuary Visit
🏝️Nakupenda Sandbank Experience
🤿Snorkeling Gear
🍍Tropical Fruit Platter
🥤Soft Drinks & Bottled Water
🍽️Lunch
How your day flows

Your Stone Town, Prison Island & Nakupenda experience

01

Discover Stone Town

Meet your professional guide and explore Stone Town by Tuk Tuk, taking in its historic streets, architecture, markets, and Swahili atmosphere.

02

Private dhow crossing

Board your private traditional dhow and sail toward Prison Island, with your guide coordinating the route and island entry.

03

Meet the giant tortoises

Visit the famous Giant Tortoise Sanctuary and learn about Prison Island’s history and wildlife.

04

Nakupenda Sandbank

Continue to Nakupenda for beach time, snorkeling, tropical fruit, lunch, soft drinks, bottled water, and time to relax beside the turquoise ocean.

Culture, wildlife & the Indian Ocean

Come for Zanzibar’s history.
Stay for the sandbank.

Stone Town streets, giant tortoises, a private dhow journey, snorkeling, tropical fruit, lunch, drinks, and Nakupenda’s turquoise waters — all in one complete Naru experience.

From $250
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