Stone Town and Spice Farm with Swahili Lunch

Zanzibar, Tanzania
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This experience is more than just sightseeing — it’s a journey through Zanzibar’s history, culture, and flavors all in one day. Unlike standard tours, it blends two of the island’s most iconic attractions: the UNESCO-listed Stone Town, where travelers walk through centuries of heritage and architecture, and the lush spice plantations, where they engage all five senses with hands-on tastings. The addition of a traditional Swahili lunch sets this tour apart, allowing guests to savor the very spices they’ve just discovered in authentic local dishes.
With a knowledgeable guide, seamless logistics, and the chance to shop directly from farmers, this tour offers a complete immersion into Zanzibar’s soul — history, aroma, and taste combined.

What's included

  • Proffesional Local Guide
  • Traditional Swahili Lunch
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
  • Bottle of water during the tour
  • Entries Fees to Spice farm and Stone Town sites
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Stone Town
    2h
    Explore two of Zanzibar’s most iconic experiences in one enriching day. Begin in Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll wander through narrow alleys lined with carved wooden doors, bustling markets, and centuries-old buildings. With your guide, you’ll uncover the island’s layered history at landmarks such as the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, the Sultan’s Palace, and the Slave Market Memorial, gaining insight into Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences that shaped Zanzibar’s culture
  2. Jambo Spice Farm
    2m · Admission ticket included
    After immersing yourself in the island’s past, continue to a spice farm, where the atmosphere shifts from historic streets to lush greenery. Here, you’ll stroll among tropical plants and trees, learning how cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and other spices are cultivated. Farmers will invite you to smell, touch, and taste the spices and fruits, offering a sensory experience that brings Zanzibar’s nickname “The Spice Island” to life. To complete the day, enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch prepared with local ingredients, blending the flavors you’ve just discovered into a memorable meal.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

we will pick up our travellers from all Zanzibar hotels please be at your reception lobby 10 minutes before departure

Additional information

  • 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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