Discover the rich history of Zanzibar on a private guided tour of a spice farm and Stone Town. Learn about the production of spices and explore the vibrant streets of Stone Town.

Highlights

• Discover the history of the spice farm and how it was established
• Taste tropical fruits like watermelon, red banana, yellow banana, and more
• Explore the vibrant streets of Stone Town and visit the Old Slave Market site
• Discover the Old Fort built by the Portuguese and visit Forodhani Garden
• Explore the Darajani City Market where locals sell spices, fresh fish, and fruit

Description

Explore a spice farm and Stone Town on a private guided tour. Learn about the spices grown on the farm, and discover the history of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start with a guided walking tour to the most famous spice farm to discover how Zanzibar island produces a variety of spices. Explore a farm full of organic spices like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, banana, pineapple, black pepper, and more. Experience the spices by touching, smelling, and testing them fresh from the plants. Visit a spice shop to see the end products handcrafted with the spices direct from the farm, and have a chance to purchase your favorites. Finally, taste Zanzibar' special tropical fruits, like watermelon, red banana, yellow banana, pineapple, mangoes, and oranges. Take a break and enjoy a delicious Swahili lunch prepared using the fresh spices and tropical fruits from the farm before heading to Stone Town. Drive to Stone Town to begin your private guided tour. In 2000, Stone Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural and historical richness. The town's 19th-century architecture reflects the diverse influences of Swahili culture, with Arab, Indian, and European elements. Start your Stone Town tour by exploring the Forodhani Garden, House of Wonder (currently under renovation), Arab Sultan's Palace, Old Fort, and the house where Freddie Mercury was born. Stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town to the City Market where locals sell fresh fruits and utensils. Observe the vibrant hustle and bustle of the fresh fish auction while learning about the history of everything you see around you. A few minutes' walk away from the City Market, explore the famous Old Slave Market site and the Anglican Church. See the slave monuments and small slave chambers in which slaves were kept starving while waiting to be sold to new owners. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the tour.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off by a Private Van Private walking tour of Spice Farm Private guided tour of Stone Town Entrance Ticket to Old Slave Market Historical Site Local Lunch at Spice Farm Tasting of Zanzibar's Fresh Fruits at Spice Farm Bottles of drinking water

Important Information

• Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun A camera is recommended for capturing the historical sights

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund