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Zanzibar Spice Tour and Cooking Class

5.0 (one review) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Zanzibar Spice Tour and Cooking Class

About this activity

Explore the vibrant world of spices on this half-day guided tour in Zanzibar. Starting from your hotel, this adventure takes you to the lush northern region, where you’ll see vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg growing in their natural habitat. Participate in a hands-on cooking lesson where you'll learn to prepare traditional dishes like pilau, roasted plantains, and chapati, a beloved flatbread with Indian roots. Savor the flavors of your creations before returning to your hotel, enriched by a taste of Zanzibari culinary heritage.

  • Half-day guided tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Discover spice plantations and learn about local agriculture
  • Hands-on cooking lesson featuring traditional Zanzibari dishes
  • Enjoy your delicious creations and immerse yourself in local cuisine
Day Trips Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Plantation Tours Walking Tours Short term availability Weather Dependent - Low

At a glance

Duration
5–6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
German, English, Italian, French
Operated by
uforo tours

Ages: Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: testing tropical fruits
  • Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
  • Included: Government Fees
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: tips
  • Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Shabuta Spice Farm

    4 hours Admission included

    See a variety of spices right where they are grown such as vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg. Attend a cooking lesson to learn how to make a traditional Zanzibar dish.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Sand and Sunset Hotel, Kendwa
  • Dada Beach Lodge
  • SOMA Hotel Zanzibar
  • Kiwengwa Beach Resort
  • VOI Kiwengwa Resort
  • Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel
  • Queen of Sheba Beach Lodge
  • Pajevista
  • Pajevista
  • Amazing Beach Hotel Zanzibar
  • Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel
  • Mizingani Seafront Hotel

and 332 more pickup points

the customers should wait in the hotel lobby from 10 minutes before the pickup time, the driver will come with a sign of your name

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Zanzibar Spice Tour and Cooking Class

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