Explore Zanzibar’s world-famous spice heritage with a guided tour through a traditional farm. Smell, taste, and touch fresh spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and pepper as your guide explains their culinary and medicinal uses. Visit a spice merchant’s stall where you can purchase the freshest spices to take home.
The highlight of the tour is a culinary journey at Arnoldi’s on the Cliff, a boutique restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean. Enjoy authentic Swahili dishes prepared with the same spices you saw on the farm, complete with dessert and specialty spice tea or coffee.
Highlights
- Discover Zanzibar’s spice heritage with an interactive farm tour
- Smell, taste, and learn about spices in their natural form
- Meet Hassan, the spice merchant, and browse fresh products
- Enjoy a gourmet Swahili lunch with stunning ocean views at Arnoldi’s on the Cliff
- Vegetarian and vegan options available
- End your day with spice tea or coffee and traditional Zanzibari dessert
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses and sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Swimwear (optional for ocean swim)
- Camera
- Cash or credit card for spice purchases and extra drinks
Know before you go
- Tour is wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian and vegan options available at Arnoldi’s
- Tour combines culture, learning, and food, suitable for all ages
- Please arrive 5 minutes early if meeting at Old Fort