






Spice Farm & Stone Town Combo Tour — Aromatic Spices & UNESCO Heritage in One Day
Combine two of Zanzibar’s most rewarding cultural experiences into a single unforgettable day. Wander a working spice farm to touch, smell and taste the cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and cardamom that made this island famous — then step into the winding lanes of Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage heart of Zanzibar City.
This combo pairs the “Spice Island” plantations with centuries of Swahili, Arab, Persian, Indian and European history, all with hotel transfers and a friendly local guide. It’s an easy, family-friendly day that brings together the flavours and the history of Zanzibar in one trip.
Duration
Half Day
Tour Type
Culture & History
Heritage
UNESCO Stone Town
Spices
Fresh Tastings
Drinks
Bottled Water
Pickup
Available
Overview
The Spice Farm & Stone Town Tour brings together two completely different sides of Zanzibar in one relaxed, well-paced day. You’ll begin at a lush spice farm just outside the city, where Zanzibar earned its name as the “Spice Island.” A local guide walks you through the plantation, showing how cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom, turmeric, black pepper and lemongrass grow — and inviting you to touch, smell and taste them fresh from the plant, along with seasonal tropical fruits.
From the farm, it’s a short drive into Stone Town — the historic core of Zanzibar City and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. On a guided walk through its narrow, car-free alleys you’ll see the carved Zanzibari doors, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, the Sultan’s Palace, the bustling Darajani Market and the moving Old Slave Market site beside the Anglican Cathedral, with stories of the sultans and traders who shaped the island.
Perfect for couples, families, and first-time visitors, this combo is easy, scenic, and hassle-free. With a knowledgeable local guide, hotel transfers, and all farm and site entrance arrangements handled, you get two signature Zanzibar experiences without the stress of planning them separately.
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Itinerary
Hotel Pickup & Drive to the Spice Farm
Your guide collects you from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and heads toward the spice-growing countryside. The drive takes roughly 30–60 minutes depending on where you are staying, passing villages and farmland on the way.
Arrival & Welcome at the Spice Farm
At the farm you meet your local spice guide. A short introduction covers the history of Zanzibar as the Spice Island and the simple etiquette of the visit — stay on the paths, ask before tasting, and enjoy the sensory experience.
Guided Spice Walk & Tastings
A guided walk through the plantation introduces you to cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cardamom, turmeric, black pepper and many more. You will smell crushed leaves, taste fresh spices and sample seasonal tropical fruits. Watch a coconut climber demonstrate traditional harvesting skills and learn how spices are used in local cooking, cosmetics and traditional medicine.
Fruit Tasting & Optional Shop
Enjoy a selection of fresh fruits grown on the farm. There is time to purchase high-quality spices and souvenirs directly from the farm if you wish (cash only).
Drive to Stone Town
Continue a short drive into Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar City.
Guided Walking Tour of Stone Town
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot. Visit the Old Fort, House of Wonders (exterior), Sultan’s Palace area, the Old Slave Market and Anglican Cathedral, the lively Darajani Market, and pass by Freddie Mercury’s childhood home. Your guide shares the stories behind the carved doors, the mix of cultures and the island’s trading past.
Return to Your Hotel
After the walk you are driven comfortably back to your hotel. Because both stops are centrally located, this combo pairs easily with extra free time in Stone Town or Forodhani Gardens if you wish — just tell us when you book.
Price
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1-2 Persons $60
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3-6 Persons $50
Price per Person
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7-14 Persons $30
Price per Person
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15+ Persons More Discount
Price per Person
Includes
- Profesional Tour Guide
- Entrance fees
- All government fees
- Transfer from and return to your hotel is available only for the extra costs
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