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A tiny island of history, giant tortoises, and turquoise waters.
Overview
Prison Island (Changuu) sits a 25-minute boat ride from Stone Town — a former quarantine station turned sanctuary for Aldabra giant tortoises, some over 100 years old. Snorkel in the surrounding turquoise waters and explore the atmospheric colonial ruins.
Highlights
Hand-feed century-old Aldabra tortoises in their open sanctuary.
Pristine shallow reef perfect for first-time snorkellers.
Itinerary
Boat from Stone Town jetty, tortoise sanctuary, ruins tour, reef snorkelling, return.
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