Explore Zanzibar’s aromatic past on a guided Stone Town and Spice Farm tour. Discover hidden gems and historic sites with convenient hotel pickup.
Explore Zanzibar’s aromatic past on a guided Stone Town and Spice Farm tour. Discover hidden gems and historic sites with convenient hotel pickup.
- Forte Arabo di Stone Town - Walking Tours
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Jambo Spice Farm - Embark on a guided tour through lush tropical plantations, rich with exotic scents, vibrant hues, and natural marvels.
Discover a local spice plantation with an expert guide who will demonstrate how Zanzibar’s renowned spices, fruits, and herbs are cultivated and harvested….
- Forte Arabo di Stone Town - Walking Tours
- Jambo Spice Farm - Embark on a guided tour through lush tropical plantations, rich with exotic scents, vibrant hues, and natural marvels.
Discover a local spice plantation with an expert guide who will demonstrate how Zanzibar’s renowned spices, fruits, and herbs are cultivated and harvested.
Experience the fresh aromas of cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, nutmeg, lemongrass, turmeric, and black pepper directly from the trees and vines.
Savor a selection of seasonal fruits like mangoes, pineapples, jackfruit, and coconuts, freshly prepared for you.
Cheer on a local “spice climber,” known as Mr. Butterfly, as he ascends a tall coconut tree, singing Swahili songs and dancing.
Learn how spices are utilized not only in cooking but also in natural medicine, cosmetics, and traditional healing within Zanzibar culture.
Conclude your tour at a small spice shop, where you can purchase pure organic spices and essential oils directly from the source.
- Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral - This guided tour takes you through the former Slave Market, now the site of the Anglican Cathedral of Christ Church, a place deeply tied to the island’s history and its path to freedom.
Visit the Slave Chambers: Descend into the original underground slave cells where men, women, and children were once confined in cramped conditions. Your guide will share the poignant stories and realities of Zanzibar’s slave trade era.
Explore the Memorial Sculpture: View the evocative monument depicting chained slaves, symbolizing the resilience and strength of those who endured.
Tour the Anglican Cathedral: Constructed directly on the site of the old slave market, this church was completed in 1879 to commemorate the end of slavery in Zanzibar. Admire its stunning architecture, including the altar built where the whipping post once stood.
Your guide will explain how the trade was conducted, how abolition was achieved, and how Zanzibar evolved into the multicultural island it is today.
- Freddie Mercury Museum - Discover personal photographs, letters, and rare memorabilia that highlight his journey from Zanzibar to global stardom.
Watch a short documentary film showcasing his remarkable music career and life story.
View replicas of his costumes and stage outfits that celebrate his distinctive style and energy.
Learn about his Indian-Parsi heritage and its influence on his identity and music.
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Forodhani Gardens - Experience the vibrant heart of Zanzibar at sunset!
When you book this experience with ZanSafari Tours, you’ll explore Forodhani Gardens, a lively waterfront park that comes alive every evening with music, food, and culture.
You’ll also see nearby landmarks such as the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and Harbor View, beautifully illuminated at night — all contributing to the enchanting Stone Town atmosphere.
- House of Wonder - During your visit, your guide will lead you through the rich history of this magnificent structure and its significance in Zanzibar’s royal and colonial past. You’ll explore its grand architecture — with towering pillars, wide verandas, and intricately carved wooden doors — while learning captivating stories about the Omani sultans, Swahili culture, and maritime trade routes that shaped the island.
- Darajani Bazaar - As you stroll through the bustling alleys, your guide will immerse you in the daily life of Zanzibaris. Darajani Bazaar is the island’s oldest and busiest local market.
Here, locals haggle over colorful spices, fresh tropical fruits, seafood, and handwoven baskets. The scent of cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom fills the air — a true testament to why Zanzibar is known as the Spice Island.

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance fees
- Professional art historian guide
- Bottled water
- Spice tasting and fruit samples
- Fresh Seasonal Fruits
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance fees
- Professional art historian guide
- Bottled water
- Spice tasting and fruit samples
- Fresh Seasonal Fruits
- • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips or gratuities (optional)
- Lunch or personal expenses (Swahili Lunch at spice farm on request)
- • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips or gratuities (optional)
- Lunch or personal expenses (Swahili Lunch at spice farm on request)
Explore the fragrant history of Zanzibar on a half-day walking tour through Stone Town. This tour allows participants to experience the charm of Stone Town’s narrow, pedestrian-only streets and captivating corners. With convenient hotel pickup in Zanzibar, the tour covers key highlights of Stone Town, including colonial landmarks, the Old Fort, the…
Explore the fragrant history of Zanzibar on a half-day walking tour through Stone Town. This tour allows participants to experience the charm of Stone Town’s narrow, pedestrian-only streets and captivating corners. With convenient hotel pickup in Zanzibar, the tour covers key highlights of Stone Town, including colonial landmarks, the Old Fort, the birthplace of Freddie Mercury, and an Anglican Cathedral located on the former site of a slave market. Enjoy a Stone Town walking tour enriched with Zanzibar’s spice trade history, navigate the intricate paths of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover both famous landmarks and hidden gems. The tour includes seamless door-to-door transport from Zanzibar hotels.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.