Pemba Island: Chake Chake and Spice Farm Tour
ID: GYG1085522-1667199
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover the rich culture and history of Pemba Island on a tour of Chake Chake and its spice farms. Explore historic sites, visit a fish market, and learn about traditional farming methods.
Begin your journey in Chake Chake, the island’s bustling administrative center. Stroll through historic sites like the old Slave Port, English Garden, and vibrant fish market, gaining insight into Pemba’s layered history and daily life.
Continue to nearby Mtambwe and Wawi villages, where lush spice farms unfold with cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, lemongrass, and vanilla growing in abundance.
Take a guided walk through the plantations, allowing you to touch, smell, and taste fresh spices while learning about traditional farming methods and the island’s global role in spice production.
Visit an essential oil distillery near Chake Chake, where spices are transformed into fragrant oils used in cooking and healing.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Pemba Island
- Explore the historic sites of Chake Chake, including the old Slave Port
- Visit the bustling fish market and the serene English Garden
- Discover the lush spice farms of Mtambwe and Wawi villages
- Learn about traditional farming methods and the island’s spice production
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Chake Chake
- Visit to historic sites
- Guided walk through spice farms
- Visit to essential oil distillery
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Transportation to and from Pemba Island
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
