Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour from South Coast Hotels – Taste & Discover the Island’s Heritage
Location: Zanzibar, Tanzania |
Duration: ~3–4 hours (half-day) |
Tour Type: Private or Small Group |
Pickup: Included from South Coast hotels |
Language: English-speaking guide |
Availability: Daily morning departures
- Follow your senses: see, smell, and taste the spices that made Zanzibar famous
- Authentic encounter: guided walk through a working spice plantation
- Try something new: fresh tropical fruits and herbal infusions straight from the farm
- Easy logistics: short travel time from South Coast hotels, hotel pick-up & drop-off included
Tour Overview
Discover why Zanzibar is called “The Spice Island” on an immersive, half-day adventure.
Departing from your South Coast hotel, you’ll journey through rural villages to a lush plantation where
cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, turmeric and more grow beneath the palms. With an expert local guide,
learn how each spice is cultivated and used in Swahili cuisine, traditional medicine, cosmetics, and daily life—
and enjoy tastings as you go.
️ What to Expect
Hotel Pick-Up (South Coast)
- Convenient morning pick-up from your hotel (see sample list below).
- Scenic 30–45 minute drive inland past coconut groves and village life toward plantations near Stone Town.
Guided Spice Farm Experience
- Meet your professional local guide and stroll through shady paths lined with spice trees and herbs.
- See and sample clove, nutmeg, cinnamon, turmeric, cardamom, pepper, plus vanilla, jackfruit, starfruit, bananas and more.
- Learn cultivation methods and everyday uses in cooking, medicine, and beauty rituals.
- Smell, touch & taste—it’s a true multi-sensory experience.
️ Optional Local Lunch (Own Expense)
- Relax after the walk and enjoy a farm-fresh Swahili lunch (available to purchase; USD 10–20 pp). Vegetarian options on request.
️ Optional Spice Shopping
- Pick up fresh spices, herbal teas, handmade soaps, and natural remedies directly from the source.
Return to Hotel
- Drive back to your South Coast hotel by early afternoon, with your senses happily overloaded.
Sample Timeline (flexible)
- 08:30–09:00 Pick-up • 09:45 Arrive farm • 10:00–11:30 Guided walk & tastings
- 11:30–12:00 Optional shopping / tea • 12:00–12:45 Drive back • ~13:00 Drop-off
✅ What’s Included
- Round-trip hotel transfers (South Coast hotels only)
- Professional local guide
- Guided walking tour of a working spice farm
- Spice & tropical fruit tastings
- Entry fees to the spice farm
❌ What’s Not Included
- Lunch (optional, available at the farm; ~USD 10–20 per person)
- Drinks and bottled water
- Personal expenses and tips
- Any purchases of spices, soaps, or souvenirs
Hotel Pick-Up — South Coast (Sample)
- Resorts & Lodges: Swahili Beach Resort, Unguja Lodge, The Residence, Baraza Resort, Breezes Beach Club, Kichanga Lodge, The Palm
- Beachfront Hotels: Bahari View Lodge, Dhow Inn, Dongwe Ocean View, Arabian Nights, Casa Del Mar
- Boutique Properties: Spice Island Hotel, Karafuu Beach Resort, Konokono, Sea View Boutique, Ras Michamvi, Kisiwa on the Beach, Karamba Beach Resort
Staying elsewhere on the island? Ask about pick-up supplements for non-South Coast locations.
Good to Know
- What to wear: Light, breathable clothing; comfortable walking shoes. Consider a hat and reef-safe sunscreen.
- Respectful dress is appreciated in rural areas (shoulders/knees covered).
- Bring: Reusable water bottle, insect repellent, small cash for purchases/tips.
- Allergies: Please inform us in advance of any spice/food allergies.
- Accessibility: Plantation paths are natural/uneven and may not suit all guests.
- Plastic bags are banned in Tanzania—please avoid bringing them.
Ready to taste Zanzibar’s Spice Island story?
Secure your spot for this aromatic, hands-on farm experience with convenient South Coast pick-up.
Book the Spice Farm Tour
or
Email us for a custom departure time.
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