About this experience
Visit an organic spice farm. Discover how the islands produce cloves, nutmeg, black pepper, and more. See why the Zanzibar sometimes called the "Spice Islands". you will describe how the spices are grown and used as medication and flavor in dishes. See spices like vanilla, cardamom, nutmeg, and many more. You’ll be able to touch, smell, and taste the spices and herbs directly from plants you’ve never smelled spices as fresh as these before.
Stone Town is a World Heritage site and is the most atmospheric and vibrant of all the remaining traditional Swahili settlements. Architecturally it’s a fusion of African and Arab influences not dissimilar to the Medina of Morocco with its narrow streets, twists and turns. Each evening as the sun sets, stone town Forodhani Gardens park transforms into open air food market. Skip the fish kebabs and head straight to the vendors selling urojo a thick mango and tamarind soup served alongside chickpea fritters boiled potatoes cassava flakes chutney
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary and highlights
No trip to Zanzibar would be complete without a tour of a traditional spice farm. Over the years Zanzibar has been one of the largest exporters of cloves and other spices and has been used as a welcome stop over for the many merchants exploiting the trade winds on route to India
• Discover the spice farms at Kizimbani and Kidichi village, Sense the aromas of spices with friendly tour guide with Interactive photo shooting and See the coconut trees climber (Spider) with traditional songs. • Enjoy your traditional Zanzibar unique fruits. Finally Buy some spices as gift to your friends at home.
Stone Town is a World Heritage site and is the most atmospheric and vibrant of all the remaining traditional Swahili settlements. Architecturally it’s a fusion of African and Arab influences not dissimilar to the Medina of Morocco with its narrow streets, twists and turns. Culturally
• Visit the House of Wonder to see the collection of stored culture. Discover the Palace Museums. Memorize your past to see the Historical Anglican Church, the Old and Historical Largest East Africa Slave Market. Hop down the Slave chambers at Mkunazini Slave Market. Experience the local shopping at Darajani Historical Market. • Pass around the local shops and souvenirs.
Each evening as the sun sets, stone town Forodhani Gardens park transforms into open air food market. Skip the fish kebabs and head straight to the vendors selling urojo a thick mango and tamarind soup served alongside chickpea fritters boiled potatoes cassava flakes chutney and as much hot Sause as you dare
Meeting and pickup information
- All travers should be wait at the reception 15 minutes before departure
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Happy Tours & Safaris Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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