Ride by boat to Prison Island, famous for its population of Aldabra giant tortoises. Experience the turtles up close and spot the local peacocks. Move along to a walking tour of Stone Town and learn the Swahili culture and its important historical role in the slave trade. Begin with a beautiful boat ride to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island. View the local wildlife and learn of the slave rebellion that occurred in the 1860s.

Start the walking tour of Stone Town at Forodhani Park. Explore the area and visit important sites such as the House of Wonder, Old Fort, the house of Freddy Mercury, and end at the Darajani market before returning to the city. The stone town walking tour is very flexible and can be adapted to suit your interest and time frame, if you are a shopaholic, culture vulture or history buff. If you want to hunt for antiques and souvenir shop. Our guide can recommend and develop routes and itineraries that will optimize your time and get the most out of your trip.