Prison Island in Zanzibar! 🌴 The history, the giant tortoises, and the stunning views made for an unforgettable experience.
Prison Island Zanzibar, also known as Changuu Island. Overcoming its turbulent history, Changuu island has become a must-see jewel of Tanzania with the highlight attraction of being a large home for the tortoises.
The name Prison Island originated from the initial planning of establishing a prison. It was actually used for a brief time in the 1860s as a prison for rebellious slaves and a coral mine.
No prison institutions were actually built on the island but rather became a quarantine station for yellow fever cases. Source: www.memphistou...
Here are some tips:
1. **Wear Comfortable Shoes**: The island is explored on foot.
2. **Bring Sunscreen and a Hat**: The sun can be intense.
3. **Take a Guided Tour**: Learn about the island’s fascinating history. There is a small museum area to read all about the history of the island.
4. **Carry Water and Snacks**: Limited options available on the island. We didn’t have any but were fine.
5. **Respect the Tortoises**: They’re gentle giants, but be mindful of their space.
6. **Boat Trip**: Be prepared to take a 30 min boat from Zanzibar to the island. Getting off the boat onto the rock and/or bridge can be a challenge.
Highly recommend this adventure to anyone visiting the island! #Zanzibar #PrisonIsland #TravelDiaries #TropicalParadise #ExploreZanzibar #IslandLife #TravelGoals #TravelTips #travelwithken
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