Zanzibar:Stone Town & Spice Farm Private Tour Lunch Included

Michamvi Kae, Tanzania



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

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
  • Smell and taste cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, lemon grass, and cloves
  • Discover the Old Fort built by the Portuguese and visit Forodhani Garden

Description

Embark on a private guided tour exploring a spice farm and the historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your adventure begins with a guided walk through a renowned spice farm, where you'll discover how Zanzibar cultivates its diverse range of spices. Explore the farm, encountering organic spices like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, bananas, pineapples, black pepper, and more. Engage your senses as you touch, smell, and even taste the spices straight from the plants. A visit to the farm's spice shop offers the opportunity to see handcrafted products made directly from these spices, and you can purchase your favourites. You'll also get to sample Zanzibar's delicious tropical fruits, including watermelon, red and yellow bananas, pineapple, mangoes, and oranges. Enjoy a tasty Swahili lunch prepared with the fresh spices and fruits from the farm before continuing to Stone Town. A short drive takes you to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000, recognised for its rich cultural and historical significance. The town's 19th-century architecture showcases the blended influences of Swahili, Arab, Indian, and European cultures. Your guided tour of Stone Town includes visits to the Forodhani Gardens, the House of Wonders (currently undergoing renovation), the Arab Sultan's Palace, the Old Fort, and the house where Freddie Mercury was born. Wander through the Old Town's narrow streets to the bustling City Market, where locals trade fresh produce and household goods. Witness the lively fish auction and learn about the history of the sights around you. Just a short walk from the market, you'll explore the poignant Old Slave Market site and the Anglican Church, including the slave monuments and the small, stark slave chambers. At the end of the tour, you'll be returned to your hotel.

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

Excludes

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Important Information

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun Carry water to stay hydrated Use insect repellent to avoid bites Be respectful and do not touch the plants without permission

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