- Zanzibar Gallery - You will have an opportunity to see the making of beautiful hand crafted furniture from coconut wood and the amazing process of making the traditional kikoi at local factories. Watch as local craftsmen create wood carvings from very small and intricate designs to much larger pieces. Visit the workshop where traditional Zanzibar doors are carved and sold. For art lovers watching a Tinga Tinga painting being created is a must and decorating your palms with traditional henna art from the artists at ZAYAA Gallery the perfect gift to yourself.
- Expert local guide
- 1.Items of personal nature and beverages
Zanzibar is an ideal destination for shoppers and those aiming for a good bargain. Although you might stumble upon some odd curios like ashtrays crafted from coconut shells, there’s an abundant array of local artwork and crafts that can squeeze into a suitcase full of classy trinkets!
In this half-day exploration, your escort will guide you through local boutiques around the city, commencing at the kanga market where you can view proverbs inscribed on kanga fabric and also learn how to drape a kanga the traditional style. The next stop will be at a leather sandal factory that has been catering to the island with footwear since 1976, after that, the journey will continue to SASIK, one of Zanzibar’s most prosperous women’s cooperatives. Here, you can witness female workers meticulously hand sewing and embroidering exquisite cushion covers and wall decor.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
