Pemba Island: Dhow Race and Spice Plantation Tour

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Experience Pemba Island with a dhow sailing competition and a visit to a spice plantation. Learn about local spices, enjoy hands-on demonstrations, and taste fresh tropical fruits.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant maritime heritage of Pemba Island
  • Witness a traditional dhow sailing competition on turquoise waters
  • Explore a lush spice plantation and learn about local spices
  • Enjoy hands-on demonstrations and taste fresh tropical fruits
  • Experience the fragrant world that has made Pemba famous for centuries

Description

Begin your tour with the excitement of a traditional dhow sailing competition. Watch as these wooden boats, crafted and sailed by local fishermen, race gracefully across the turquoise waters, showcasing the maritime heritage of Pemba. After the thrill of the sea, head inland to a lush spice plantation. Wander among clove trees, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla while learning about their uses in food, medicine, and cosmetics. Enjoy hands-on demonstrations, taste fresh tropical fruits, and experience the fragrant world that has made Pemba famous for centuries. This tour perfectly blends culture, tradition, and nature, giving you a true taste of Pemba Island life.

Includes

Traditional dhow sailing competition Visit to a spice plantation Hands-on demonstrations Tasting of fresh tropical fruits

Important Information

  • Experience the maritime heritage of Pemba Learn about the uses of spices in food, medicine, and cosmetics

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