Zanzibar: Coconut Plantation, Rice Farm, & Cave Tour
ID: GYG1090972-1675300
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore a coconut plantation, rice farm, and Swahili cave ruins on a guided tour from Zanzibar. Learn about local culture and history, and enjoy a scenic drive through villages.
Begin your day with a hotel pickup and drive through scenic Zanzibari villages to reach a lush coconut plantation. Learn how locals cultivate and harvest coconuts, taste fresh coconut water straight from the shell, and understand its importance in Swahili culture.
Continue to the rice plantations, where farmers use traditional methods passed down for generations. See how rice is planted and harvested and gain insight into the vital role it plays in local cuisine.
Finally, visit the Swahili cave ruins, a site steeped in history and culture. Explore the caves and ruins as your guide shares fascinating stories about their significance in Zanzibari heritage.
Highlights
- Savor the taste of fresh coconut water straight from the shell
- Discover the traditional methods of rice farming in Zanzibar
- Explore the Swahili cave ruins and learn about their history
- Enjoy a scenic drive through Zanzibari villages and landscapes
- Gain insight into the importance of coconuts in Swahili culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
Stay hydrated during the tour
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup
- Visit to coconut plantation
- Visit to rice plantations
- Visit to Swahili cave ruins
- Live tour guide
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.
