ZANZIBAR · TOUR DETAILS

Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour

See cloves, nutmeg and other tropical crops growing, then explore their place in Swahili food with a host-led tasting. Meet at the farm; transfers are optional.

Duration
About 3 hours
Starts
Agreed spice-farm entrance
Finishes
same farm
Travel style
Host-led farm walk · tasting
Nutmeg fruit growing on a tree in Zanzibar
Destination photograph. Photo credits
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THE PLAN

Your itinerary

ZanzibarSpice farmStone Town
Morning or afternoonMeet your farm host

Meet at the named spice farm at the confirmed time. Add a separate return transfer if you prefer hotel pickup.

Farm walkSpice plants and local knowledge

Follow a host-led walk, learn about the plants and enjoy the included tasting.

ReturnFinish at the farm

Finish after the walk and tasting. Pair the visit with Stone Town if the transfer route and available time suit your hotel location.

YOUR TRIP ARRANGEMENTS

What’s included

The itinerary below is the starting plan. Your written quote confirms the services for your dates and group.

Planned inclusions

  • Farm entrance and local farm guide
  • Seasonal spice and fruit tasting
  • Drinking water

Not included

  • All hotel and Stone Town transfers (can be added)
  • Lunch, accommodation and personal purchases
  • Unlisted activities and tips

GOOD TO KNOW

Practical details

The farm name and meeting pin are supplied with your confirmation. This is an activity-only estimate; hotel transfers are priced by your location. Tastings depend on seasonal produce. Tell David about allergies and food needs before the visit.

Tell me about food preferences, walking pace and access needs when you enquire. We’ll agree any changes to the route and price before you confirm.

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Make this trip yours.

Share your hotel or arrival point and the activities you’re interested in. We’ll arrange a day or stay around the coast, tides and your travel dates.

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