Zanzibar: Spice Farm Tour with Traditional Cooking Class

Stone Town, Tanzania



Experience a guided tour of a spice farm in Zanzibar and learn about the history of spices and their importance in Zanzibar cuisine. Take a cooking class and learn to make a traditional Swahili meal.

Highlights

  • Learn about the history of spices and their importance in Zanzibar cuisine
  • Harvest vegetables and spices and cook a traditional meal with a local chef
  • Discover a spice tour with a cooking class in Zanzibar
  • Utilize traditional cooking techniques and learn to make a local Swahili meal
  • Taste and smell cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, lemongrass, cloves, and more

Description

Experience a guided tour of a spice farm in Zanzibar and learn about the history of spices and their importance in Zanzibar cuisine. Take a cooking class and learn to make a traditional Swahili meal. Discover a spice tour with a cooking class in Zanzibar. Learn about the origins of the spices, their importance in Zanzibar cuisine, and utilize traditional cooking techniques. Farmers will teach you about cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, lemongrass, cloves, ylang-ylang, cumin, ginger, pepper, tamarind, chili, and other spices, which you will be able to taste and smell. Sample freshly picked tropical fruits such as mangoes, passion fruit, avocado, papaya, local grapefruits, bananas, pineapples, and more. Your teacher will explain the culinary and medicinal uses of spices and herbs. Harvest vegetables and spices, and cook a traditional meal with a local chef. Upon arrival, take a walking tour around the farm. Harvest some of the ingredients with your culinary expert and head back to the class to cook together. Learn about the origins of the spices, their importance in Zanzibar food, and utilize old cooking techniques. Cook a traditional meal with your chef and enjoy the food you made. Admire the cooking apparatuses, which are replicated from bygone eras when our ancestors enjoyed great days with food around the coast of Zanzibar.

Includes

Trained, friendly and professional guide All government Fee & taxes Hotel pickup and drop-off Harvesting the vegetables Spice tour with taste flavour and Smell Cooking class with cooking equipment Lunch and Drinks with Tropical fruits Buying Spices and Fruits Traditional music and dance Entrance and Conservation fees

Excludes

International flights Visa and airport taxes Personal interest Tips

Important Information

  • Actually, before making a reservation, you will be able to write down your requests, such as special requests
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and cooking
  • Camera is recommended for capturing the experience
  • Be prepared to participate in harvesting and cooking activities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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