Zanzibar: Mtende Village and Seaweed Center Tour with Pickup
ID: GYG918256-1435802
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the authentic side of Zanzibar with a cultural tour of Mtende Village and a visit to the Seaweed Center. Immerse yourself in the traditions, daily life and local economy of this community.
Discover the authentic side of Zanzibar with a cultural tour of Mtende Village and a visit to the Seaweed Center. Immerse yourself in the traditions, daily life and local economy of this vibrant coastal community.
Start your journey with a hotel pickup in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide will brief you on the day’s activities during the drive to Mtende Village.
Walk through the charming village of Mtende, known for its traditional lifestyle and welcoming locals. Interact with villagers and learn about their customs, daily routines and traditional crafts.
Get a chance to have a local Swahili lunch during your tour around the village.
Learn about the seaweed farming industry, a vital source of income for women in Zanzibar. Tour the processing center, where seaweed is dried and transformed into eco-friendly products such as soaps, lotions, and cosmetics.
Gain insights into the challenges and successes of this sustainable industry, empowering local women. Have the opportunity to purchase handmade products directly from the center as souvenirs.
After your enriching cultural experience, relax as you are driven back to your hotel. Enjoy scenic views of Zanzibar’s southern coastline, providing the perfect end to your day.
Highlights
- Discover the authentic side of Zanzibar with a cultural tour of Mtende Village
- Immerse yourself in the traditions, daily life, and local economy of the village
- Interact with villagers and learn about their customs, daily routines, and crafts
- Learn about the seaweed farming industry, a vital source of income for women
- Support the sustainable seaweed farming industry and purchase handmade products
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour duration is approximately 4–6 hours, including hotel transfers
Opportunity to purchase handmade products directly from the center as souvenirs
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Village tour in Mtende
- Local lunch
- Seaweed center visit and demonstration
- Bottled water
- Service charges
- All government taxes and fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal purchases at the seaweed center
- Optional gratuities for guides
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.