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Zanzibar 5 hours4.9 (Guest verified)

Spice Farm Tour with Cooking Lesson

Discover why Zanzibar is famously known as the "Spice Island" through this immersive cultural and culinary experience. Perfect for food lovers and curious travelers, this experience connects you with the island's rich traditions, vibrant flavors, and authentic local lifestyle. Your journey begins with a guided walk through a lush organic spice farm, where you'll see, smell, touch, and taste fresh spices, herbs, and tropical fruits directly from the trees. Learn about the traditional uses of Zanzibar's famous spices including cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, turmeric, and lemongrass. After exploring the farm, continue to an open-air local kitchen for an authentic Swahili cooking lesson led by experienced village women. Using freshly harvested spices and traditional cooking methods, you'll prepare iconic Zanzibari dishes such as Pilau Rice, coconut curry, or fresh fish in coconut sauce. The experience ends with a delicious farm-to-table lunch where you'll enjoy the meal you helped prepare, served with tropical fruits and refreshing local drinks. Experience Highlights: - Interactive Spice Farm Tour - Discover, taste, and harvest Zanzibar's famous spices with a professional local guide. - Hands-On Swahili Cooking Class - Learn authentic island cooking techniques using traditional tools and wood-fire methods. - Farm-to-Table Dining - Enjoy a flavorful homemade Swahili lunch prepared by you. - Cultural Village Experience - Connect with local communities and learn authentic Zanzibar traditions. - Memorable Souvenirs - Receive handmade palm-leaf accessories and spice gifts from the farm team.

What's Included

  • Free hotel pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Zanzibar
  • Certified licensed local Zanzibari guide
  • All island entrance fees, permits & marine taxes
  • Cold bottled mineral water & seasonal fresh fruits

What's Excluded

  • Personal souvenir shopping & alcohol
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities / tips for guide & captain (optional)

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