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Zanzibar Spice Tour

Zanzibar Spice Tour

Explore aromatic spice farms and learn about Zanzibar's rich trading history that earned it the nickname "Spice Island." A sensory journey through the island's most famous exports.

Location

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Duration

Full day experience

Group Size

Small groups (max 12)

From $95 per person
(children under 12 half price)

Experience Highlights

Fresh Spices

Sensory Spice Experience

See, smell and taste fresh spices straight from the source - vanilla, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and more.

Swahili Cuisine

Swahili Feast

Enjoy a traditional lunch featuring Zanzibari dishes flavored with the spices you've just discovered.

Spice Market

Spice Market

Opportunity to purchase fresh spices and handmade products directly from local farmers.

Tour Itinerary

Morning: Spice Farm Exploration

Tour working spice plantations with an expert guide who will explain cultivation methods and historical significance. Participate in harvesting demonstrations and learn traditional uses for each spice.

Midday: Swahili Lunch

Enjoy a feast of local dishes like pilau rice, coconut bean soup, and grilled seafood - all flavored with the fresh spices you've just discovered. Vegetarian options available.

Afternoon: Cultural Immersion

Explore historic Stone Town's spice markets and learn about Zanzibar's role in global trade routes. Optional visit to a local school or community project.

Cultural Significance

Zanzibar's spice trade shaped world history:

  • Once supplied 90% of the world's cloves
  • Spices were more valuable than gold in the 19th century
  • Cultural fusion of Arab, Indian, and African influences
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site designation

This tour supports local farmers preserving traditional cultivation methods.

Spice Tour Gallery

Spice farm
Harvesting spices
Spice market
Swahili cuisine

"We never realized how spices grew before this tour! Seeing vanilla vines, cinnamon trees, and cloves being harvested was fascinating. Our guide Jamal's knowledge of both the plants and Zanzibar's history made all the difference. The lunch was the best meal we had on the island!"

Meyer Couple The Meyer Family, Germany
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