Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour with Traditional Swahili Lunch

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ID: GYG1108973-1703195
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Explore Zanzibar’s aromatic spice farms, learn about local herbs, and enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. Pickup from hotels available for extra charge.”
Step into the heart of Zanzibar’s cultural and culinary heritage with our Spice Farm Adventure with Traditional Lunch. This unique experience takes you through the lush spice plantations that have earned Zanzibar its worldwide reputation as the legendary “Spice Island.”

Your guided walk leads you through tropical gardens filled with exotic plants, aromatic herbs and spice trees. Along the way, a knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating stories about each spice, its uses in traditional medicine, cooking, and beauty practices. Smell the sweet aroma of cinnamon, taste freshly harvested vanilla, feel the heat of chili, and see the famous Zanzibar cloves up close this is not just a tour, but a journey of the senses

During the tour, you’ll also enjoy sampling fresh seasonal fruits such as pineapples, mangoes, p bananas, and refreshing coconuts picked straight from the farm. These authentic flavors are part of what makes this experience so immersive.

The highlight of your visit is the traditional Swahili lunch, prepared with love and flavored with the same spices you’ve just discovered. Imagine sitting down in a peaceful village setting, enjoying dishes like pilau rice, coconut curry, grilled fish, and local vegetable delicacies – all served in true Zanzibari style. It’s more than a meal; it’s a cultural exchange and celebration of flavor

Tour Schedule

Meeting time: 10:00 AM

Ending time: 12:30 PM


Meeting Point:
JAMBO SPICE FARM DOLE ZANZIBAR

Pickup and drop-off are available for all beach hotels and Stone town across Zanzibar at an extra charge of 25 USD per person ensuring comfort and convenience wherever you are staying. In Stone Town Pick-up is 15 USD Per person because is not far to Spice Farm


Included

Guided walking tour of the Spice Farm

Tastings of seasonal tropical fruits like Red Bananas

Entrance fees to the farm

Professional local guide (English, french German or other languages on request)

Traditional Swahili lunch cooked with farm spices
Soft drinks included




Transportation (available for 25 USD per per person anywhere in Zanzibar)

Personal expenses or souvenirs


✨ Why Choose This Tour?

Explore the authentic “Spice Island” experience with a hands-on, sensory journey

Taste and learn about the spices that made Zanzibar famous

Enjoy a freshly prepared traditional Swahili meal using local recipes

Perfect half-day activity that leaves your afternoon free for other plans

Professional, friendly guides offering cultural insights and warm hospitality


This is not just a spice tour – it’s a chance to connect with Zanzibar’s history, flavors, and traditions in the most authentic way possible. Whether you are a food lover, a culture seeker, or simply curious about what makes Zanzibar unique, this adventure will stay with you long after it ends.

Book now and join us for a Spice Farm Adventure that blends history, taste, and tradition – an unforgettable highlight of your Zanzibar journey!

Highlights

  • Discover Zanzibar world famous Spices island plantations
  • Smell taste and touch exotic spices in a Guided sensory walk.
  • Enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch flavored with farm spices
  • Taste seasonal tropical fruits fresh from the tree
  • Half-day tour perfect for morning leave afternoon free

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour runs daily from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at the meeting point.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the tour price. Optional transportation can be arranged from Stone Town or any beach hotel in Zanzibar at 25 USD per person (round-trip)

The Spice Farm paths are natural and sometimes uneven – we recommend wearing comfortable shoes suitable for walking.

A traditional Swahili lunch is included. Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies so we can accommodate your needs.


This is a cultural and educational experience – guests are encouraged to respect the farm environment and local customs.

Pets are not permitted on this tour to maintain farm hygiene and guest comfort.

The tour is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
INCLUDED
  • Entrance fees to the Spice Farm
  • Guided walking tour with a professional local guide
  • Spice and seasonal tropical fruit tasting
  • Traditional Swahili lunch cooked with farm spices
  • Soft drinks included
  • Cultural insights into spice uses in medicine, food & beauty
NOT INCLUDED
  • Pick-up from Stone Town Available for extra Charge $15 per person( round-trip)
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (available for $25 per person round-trip)
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs

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.