Discover Zanzibar’s Spice Heritage
Join a guided Zanzibar Spice Tour through a tropical spice plantation and learn why the island became famous for its spices. Walk among fragrant plants and trees, discover how familiar seasonings grow, and experience their aromas, textures and flavours directly at the farm.
About the Zanzibar Spice Tour
Visit a Zanzibar spice plantation and wander through fragrant tropical gardens with a friendly, professional local guide. This approximately three-hour experience introduces you to the plants and trees that produce many of the spices associated with Zanzibar and its culinary traditions.
As you walk through the farm, learn how spices are grown and used, and experience their distinctive scents and flavours. Depending on the plants in season, you may see and explore turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, nutmeg and other tropical spices.
The tour offers an insight into the island’s spice-growing heritage and the role these ingredients play in Swahili cooking. Guests can ask questions, smell and taste selected spices, and enjoy the natural surroundings of the plantation.
What You Will Experience
Inclusions & Optional Extras
Price Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off by private transfer
- Professional and friendly local tour guide
- Seasonal fresh fruits
- Mineral water and refreshments
- Free Wi-Fi
Price Excludes
- Tips and portage
- Any additional tours
- Other personal items
- Optional Swahili lunch: USD 20 per person
