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Zanzibar Eco Spice Tour

About this experience

Discover the rich heritage of Zanzibar with our Spice Tour, Known as the "Spice Island," Zanzibar is home to amazing spices like cloves, cinnamon, and vanilla.

Walk through lush plantations with our friendly guide, who will share fascinating stories about each spice’s culinary and medicinal uses. You’ll get to smell, taste, and even try your hand at harvesting.

To wrap up your adventure, enjoy a delicious meal made with fresh spices from the farm. This is a unique chance to connect with the island’s culture and flavors.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Zanzibar Eco Spice Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), French (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Local Tour Guide

Not included

  • Tips & Gratitutes

Itinerary and highlights

Explore the island's rich spice heritage as you walk through lush plantations, where you’ll meet exotic spices like cloves, vanilla, and nutmeg.

Our friendly guide will share fascinating stories about how these spices are grown and used in local cuisine. Get ready to engage your senses—smell the spices, taste fresh herbs, and even try your hand at harvesting.

You’ll also have the chance to purchase unique spice products to take home and enjoy a delicious local lunch meal made with fresh spices from the farm.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We meet at the front of House of Wonder (Beit-al-jaib) palace. You will meet our driver with cream light brown color uniform with our logo as seen on your ticket.
  • We meet at the parking area of Darajani Souk / Bazaar, look for "I love Zanzibar" Sign board inside the parking area, You will meet our driver with cream light brown color uniform with our logo as seen on your ticket.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Zanzibar Eco-Friendly Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), French (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–7; Youth tickets: age 8–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 66+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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