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Zanzibar: Spice Farm Tour, Cooking Class & Stone Town tour.
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 7h+
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Explore a fragrant Zanzibar spice farm and learn about exotic spices.
- Join a hands-on cooking class and prepare authentic Zanzibari dishes
- Enjoy a traditional lunch tasting the flavors you helped create.
- Wander Stone Town’s historic streets, markets, and unique architecture
- Experience culinary adventure and cultural exploration in one day.
Activity location
- Zanzibar City
- Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
- R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list
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What's included, what's not
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Zanzibar
What's included What's included - Guided spice farm tour with expert local guide
What's included What's included - Hands-on cooking class using fresh local ingredients
What's included What's included - Traditional Zanzibari lunch prepared during the cooking class
What's included What's included - Tea or coffee served during lunch
What's included What's included - Visit to historic Stone Town with guided exploration
What's included What's included - Stories and insights about Zanzibar’s culture, history, and architecture
What's included What's included - All cooking equipment and ingredients provided
What's included What's included - Opportunity to taste spices and local produce at the farm
What's included What's included - Personal souvenirs or gifts purchased in Stone Town
What's excluded What's excluded - Tips for guides and staff (optional).
What's excluded What's excluded - The entrance fee to the old slave market $10 per person .(option)
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Littering, Weapons or sharp objects
- Not suitable for: Pregnant women
What you can expect
Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and flavors of Zanzibar on this full-day experience that perfectly combines culinary adventure and cultural exploration. Your day begins with a visit to a lush, aromatic spice farm, where your expert guide will take you on a sensory journey through Zanzibar’s most famous spices, herbs, and fruits. Learn about the history, cultivation, and uses of spices like cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, and see how they are harvested straight from the plants. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the land and understand why Zanzibar is known as the ‘Spice Island.’
Next, you’ll participate in a hands-on cooking class using fresh, local ingredients picked from the farm. Under the guidance of local chefs, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Zanzibari dishes, discovering the secrets of blending spices to create authentic flavors. After cooking, savor the delicious meal you helped create, accompanied by freshly brewed local tea or coffee, as you relax in the serene farm surroundings
After lunch, your adventure continues with a visit to the historic streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through the narrow alleys lined with carved wooden doors, bustling markets, and colorful shops. Your guide will share fascinating stories about Zanzibar’s history, from its days as a thriving trade center to its unique blend of African, Arab, and European influences. Along the way, you’ll have time to browse local crafts, spices, and souvenirs, or simply soak in the lively atmosphere of this cultural heart of the island.
This tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience the authentic flavors and rich heritage of Zanzibar in one day. Combining interactive cooking, culinary delights, and cultural exploration, it offers a memorable journey that engages all your senses and leaves you with a deeper understanding of the island’s vibrant traditions and history.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Zanzibar City
- Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - R5QQ+VJ6 Forodhani park, Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania