Spice Tour 3hrs Highlights
Arrive in Zanzibar and we’ll pick you up from the airport and whisk you away on a 20 minute drive to spice farm deep in Zanzibar’s countryside, and learn the island’s remarkable role in the historic spice trade before we head to our hotel at the fishermen’s village, the vibrant Kiwengwa. The Sea Crest Hotel is ideal destination for a really unforgettable stay near the beach.
Roam through the fragrant spice plantations of Zanzibar and breathe in the scent of an infused past. Led by a friendly and professional guide, get an exclusive insight into the farms on this 3-hour tour.
Nowadays the plantations are a tribute to the island’s colonial past. This is an excellent chance to learn about the turbulent history of the island. Depending on the season, you can find anything from vanilla, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, turmeric, lemon grass, cloves, ylang ylang, cumin, garlic, ginger, coriander, pepper, allspice, tamarind, chilli, and oregano.
With such a wealth of spices, your taste buds will be tingling. An optional lunch is available at the Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge, known for its kitchen delights and prepared with the best of the seasonal fruit and spices introduced to you during the tour.
