Zanzibar: Door & Dhow Making, Village life & Swahili Lunch

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Discover Zanzibar on a full-day tour with hotel pickup. Visit a dhow-building, Nail making, Door Making site & explore a village, visit a spice farm, and enjoy a cooking class with local Swahili food.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about traditional crafts
  • Visit a dhow-building site and see how nails are made for the boats
  • Explore a village and see how local farmers live their daily lives
  • Visit a spice farm and learn about the spices grown in Zanzibar
  • Enjoy a cooking class and prepare a local Swahili meal with fresh spices

Description

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Zanzibar. Head to a local dhow-building site and watch expert craftsmen at work. Learn about the traditional techniques used to build these iconic boats and see how the nails are made. Next, visit a workshop where Zanzibari doors are crafted. Discover the intricate designs and techniques used to create these beautiful pieces. Receive a personalized souvenir with your name crafted on a small wooden block. Continue to a local village and get a glimpse into the daily lives of farmers. Visit their homes and learn about their lifestyle and traditions. Afterward, head to a spice farm and see hundreds of spices growing in their natural environment. Learn about their uses and significance in Zanzibari culture. Finally, participate in a cooking class where you'll use the spices to prepare a traditional Swahili meal. Enjoy your delicious creation before being dropped off back at your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Visit to dhow building site Visit to nail making site Visit to Zanzibari door making site Souvenir with name crafted on wooden block Visit to local village Visit to spice farm Cooking class with local Swahili food Meal

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking Bring a camera for photos Be prepared for a full day of activities

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