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Island Tour

Zanzibar · ZVT-010

Spice Farm Tour

Discover why Zanzibar is known as the "Spice Island" on this immersive guided tour through a traditional spice farm. Smell, taste, and learn about the world-famous spices, tropical fruits, and medicinal plants that have shaped the island's rich history and culture.

From USD $30 per personCheck availability
DurationHalf Day
Starts9:00 AM
LocationZanzibar
DifficultyEasy
GroupUp to 12
PickupIncluded

The experience

About this tour

Step into the heart of Zanzibar's rich agricultural heritage with our unforgettable Spice Farm Tour. Known worldwide as the "Spice Island," Zanzibar has been producing some of the finest spices for centuries, attracting traders from Arabia, India, and Europe. During this guided experience, you'll walk through a lush spice plantation where your knowledgeable local guide will introduce you to a fascinating variety of spices, herbs, and tropical fruits growing in their natural environment. See, touch, smell, and taste fresh cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, and many other aromatic plants. Learn about the traditional uses of these spices in Swahili cuisine, natural medicine, cosmetics, and local culture. You'll also enjoy tasting seasonal tropical fruits directly from the farm and witness skilled local artisans weaving beautiful accessories from fresh coconut leaves. At the end of the tour, you'll have the opportunity to purchase fresh organic spices and handmade local products directly from the farm, making this experience both educational and memorable. Perfect for families, couples, food lovers, photographers, and cultural explorers, the Spice Farm Tour offers an authentic glimpse into one of Zanzibar's most treasured traditions.

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Why you’ll love it

Tour highlights

  • Visit an authentic Zanzibar spice farm
  • See, smell, touch, and taste fresh spices
  • Learn about Zanzibar's spice history
  • Taste seasonal tropical fruits
  • Discover medicinal plants and herbs
  • Watch traditional coconut leaf weaving
  • Buy fresh organic spices directly from the farm
  • Professional local guide
  • Family-friendly experience
  • Excellent cultural and photography opportunities
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Clear from the start

Included & excluded

What’s included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Farm entrance fees
  • Guided spice tour
  • Tropical fruit tasting
  • Coconut climbing demonstration (subject to availability)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Government taxes

What’s not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Spice purchases
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Day at a glance

Your itinerary

  1. 01

    Hotel pickup

  2. 02

    Arrival at the spice farm

  3. 03

    Guided spice plantation tour

  4. 04

    Fruit tasting experience

  5. 05

    Traditional coconut climbing demonstration

  6. 06

    Free time for shopping

  7. 07

    Departure from the farm

  8. 08

    Hotel drop-off

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Before you go

Good to know

AvailabilityDaily
LanguagesEnglish
Meeting pointYour hotel lobby
Booking cut-off2 hours before departure
Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.