About this experience
Explore the vibrant world of spices on this half-day guided tour in Zanzibar. Starting from your hotel, this adventure takes you to the lush northern region, where you’ll see vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg growing in their natural habitat. Participate in a hands-on cooking lesson where you'll learn to prepare traditional dishes like pilau, roasted plantains, and chapati, a beloved flatbread with Indian roots. Savor the flavors of your creations before returning to your hotel, enriched by a taste of Zanzibari culinary heritage.
- Half-day guided tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Discover spice plantations and learn about local agriculture
- Hands-on cooking lesson featuring traditional Zanzibari dishes
- Enjoy your delicious creations and immerse yourself in local cuisine
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- testing tropical fruits
- Entrance fee
- Government Fees
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- tips
- Personal expenses
Itinerary and highlights
See a variety of spices right where they are grown such as vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg. Attend a cooking lesson to learn how to make a traditional Zanzibar dish.
Meeting and pickup information
- the customers should wait in the hotel lobby from 10 minutes before the pickup time, the driver will come with a sign of your name
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- uforo tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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