Zanzibar: Seaweed Soap & Cosmetic Making Workshop
ID: GYG1110594-1705393
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Join a seaweed soap and cosmetic making workshop in Zanzibar. Learn how to make eco-friendly skincare products with local women in the coastal village of Paje or Jambiani.
Begin with a short walk along the beach, where you’ll see women cultivating seaweed in the shallow turquoise waters. Learn how this precious ocean plant is harvested, dried under the sun, and prepared for cosmetic use.
Visit a small cooperative where local artisans mix seaweed powder with coconut oil, essential oils, and natural herbs to create handmade soaps, scrubs, and lotions.
Under the guidance of these skilled women, join the process — blending ingredients, pouring soap molds, and adding natural scents. As you work, hear stories about how seaweed farming empowers local communities, especially women, by creating sustainable income and promoting marine conservation.
At the end of the workshop, take home your own handmade bar of seaweed soap or body cream as a unique Zanzibar souvenir. Enjoy light refreshments made with coconut and tropical fruits as you reflect on this inspiring and sustainable experience.
Highlights
- Learn how to make eco-friendly skincare products with local women
- Discover the process of seaweed farming and its impact on the community
- Enjoy a short walk along the beach and see women cultivating seaweed
- Take home your own handmade bar of seaweed soap or body cream
- Enjoy light refreshments made with coconut and tropical fruits
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The workshop is conducted in a coastal village, so be prepared for a beach environment.
Participants will be working with natural ingredients, which may cause allergies in sensitive individuals.
INCLUDED
- Seaweed Soap & Cosmetic Making Workshop
- Guided tour of seaweed cultivation
- Visit to a local cooperative
- Hands-on soap and cosmetic making experience
- Light refreshments
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the village
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.
