Private Zanzibar Spices Tour with Traditional Swahili Cooking Lesson

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and traditions of Zanzibar on this unique food and spices tour. Your journey begins with a guided walk through a local spice farm, where you’ll learn about the island’s famous spices—such as clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg—and how they’ve shaped Zanzibari culture and cuisine over the centuries. You’ll touch, smell, and taste a variety of fresh spices while learning about their culinary and medicinal uses.

After the farm visit, continue to a nearby village for a hands-on cultural experience. Here, a local woman will warmly welcome you into her daily life, showing you how she tends her farm. Together, you'll harvest fresh cassava leaves, which you’ll use to prepare a traditional Zanzibari dish—a flavorful sauce made with coconut milk. Cook alongside her in an open-air village kitchen, learning time-honored cooking techniques passed down through generations.

Your experience ends with a delicious Swahili lunch, enjoyed while seated the traditional way—in the heart of the village, sharing food and stories. This tour offers a rare opportunity to connect with local life, taste authentic cuisine, and gain a deeper understanding of Zanzibar’s spice heritage.