ZANZIBAR: Spice Farm and mangrove kayaking experience Tour includes Hotel pick up and drop off
ID: GYG1040866-O-1603550
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Visit one of the amazing spice farm and taste the real and unique organic spices of Zanzibar. Explore mangrove kayaking at Uzi mangrove conservation and injoy the beauty of green land of Zanzibar.
Discover the two faces of Zanzibar’s natural beauty on this unique tour that pairs the aromatic treasures of a spice farm with the serene adventure of kayaking through a mangrove forest. This half-day experience is perfect for nature lovers, eco-tourists, and curious explorers wanting to go beyond the usual beach tour.
Your journey begins at a local spice farm, where a guide will walk you through the fragrant world of cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemongrass, and more. Engage your senses as you touch, smell, and taste spices straight from the source, and learn about their historical and economic importance to the island. See tropical fruits like jackfruit, starfruit, and bananas growing all around, and discover their uses in traditional Swahili medicine and cuisine.
After the spice tour, you’ll head toward the nearby coastline or estuary for the next part of your adventure a peaceful kayak ride through a protected mangrove forest. Paddle gently through natural water channels lined with twisting mangrove roots, spotting herons, crabs, kingfishers, and other coastal wildlife along the way.
Your guide will explain the importance of mangroves in Zanzibar’s marine ecosystem, their role in coastal protection, and how local communities are working to conserve them. This part of the tour is both relaxing and eye-opening perfect for all ages and experience levels.
Highlights
- Guided tour through a wonderful spice farm see, smell, and taste Zanzibar’s famous spices
- Learn about the island’s spice trade history and local uses of spices and herbs
- Kayak through tranquil mangrove forests rich in biodiversity
- Ideal mix of cultural learning, nature exploration, and light adventure
- Eco-friendly and immersive experience off the usual tourist track
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The schedule is flexible and may change according to the tides (high and low). Please wear appropriate clothing.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Guided tour
- Spice tasting
- Kayaking equipment and guided mangrove paddle
- Entrance and conservation fees
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.
