Swahili Spice Experience Culinary Tour of Zanzibar

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

Discover the rich heritage of Swahili cuisine and spice cultivation on the Swahili Spice Experience in Zanzibar. This immersive tour takes you to local spice farms where you can see, touch, and taste an array of spices like cloves, cinnamon, and vanilla. Local guides provide insights into the cultivation and uses of these spices in traditional dishes and cosmetics. Enjoy a Swahili-style meal prepared with fresh spices, offering a true taste of East African culture. This experience beautifully intertwines history, culture, and gastronomy, showcasing Zanzibar’s legacy as the 'Spice Island'.

- Visit local spice plantations and learn about spice cultivation
- Taste a variety of spices and enjoy a Swahili-style meal
- Guided insights into traditional uses of spices in cuisine and medicine
- Experience the culinary highlight at Arnoldi's, rated 5 stars on Google

Example Menu

Main

Swahili Platter

Starter and Main course plate. A culinary journey through Swahili cuisine – discover many spices that you have just seen on the bush or tree.

Dessert

Zanzibari kalimati

Zanzibari kalimati are a sweet, fluffy dream that will make this day unforgettable. With this you will get spice tea or coffee

What's Included

Main course + dessert + Spice Coffee or Spice Tea
Alcoholic Beverages
If you choose the self driving option, there is no transport included.
Only coffee or tea is included, besides the lunch itself.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

For pickup please choose the according option in the booking process.
You can also choose the self drive option where e don´t provide any transport but will give you instructions

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Meeting point

Please be there 10 minutes prior departure Old Fort Tourist Information

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Your "Swahili Spice Experience" begins with a guided tour of one of Zanzibar's most famous spice farms.
Trained guides will show you how the spices grow and invite you to guess what you are seeing.
They will explain the processes the spices undergo before they are ready for sale at the market.
Engage your senses—smell and taste pepper, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and much more.
A visit to a Zanzibari spice merchant gives you the chance to buy spices to take home; you won't find them any fresher.
"Arnoldi's on the Cliff" (rated 5 stars on Google) offers a stunning setting overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Your Spice Experience concludes here with a culinary highlight.
Embark on a culinary journey through Swahili cuisine and discover many of the spices you just saw growing on bushes or trees.
For dessert, enjoy Zanzibari *Kalimati*—a sweet, fluffy delight that ensures you won't forget this day.
"Spice Coffee" or "Spice Tea" is, of course, included in the price.
Do you have a rental car or prefer to make your own way there? Book the affordable "Self-Drive" option—featuring the same program described above, but with you driving yourself.

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Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Swahili Spice Experience

Tags

Dining Experiences
Lunch
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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