4-Day Zanzibar: A Cultural and Culinary Tour

Embark on a flavorful and immersive 4-day journey through Zanzibar, where centuries-old Swahili culture meets the tantalizing aromas of island cuisine. This tour blends heritage, cuisine, and local life—allowing you to uncover Zanzibar’s history in Stone Town, explore spice plantations, cook with locals, and unwind on white-sand beaches with the scent of cloves in the air.

Welcome & Check-in

• Arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
• Transfer to your boutique hotel in Stone Town (Approx. 8 km / 5 miles)
• Welcome drinks and program briefing

Guided Walking Tour of Stone Town (UNESCO Heritage Site)

• Explore the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and Freddie Mercury’s birthplace
• Visit local markets, narrow alleys, and historical homes
• Learn about Swahili architecture and Oman-Arab influences

Sunset Dinner by the Sea

• Indulge in Zanzibari seafood at a beachfront restaurant
• Optional: Try fresh sugarcane juice or coconut wine

Zanzibar Spice Plantation Tour

• Hands-on exploration of cloves, cardamom, vanilla, and nutmeg farms
• Learn their culinary and medicinal uses
• Tasting of exotic fruits (jackfruit, starfruit, lychee)

Swahili Cooking Experience

• Join a local chef in preparing a Zanzibari lunch using harvested spices
• Learn how to make dishes like Biryani, Urojo soup, and Mkate wa Mofa
• Enjoy your creation with fresh tropical juice

Sunset Dhow Cruise

• Traditional sailing boat excursion with local music
• Light Swahili snacks and fresh coconut offered on board

Jozani Forest Exploration

• Walk through Zanzibar’s only national park (about 35 km / 22 miles from Stone Town)
• Spot rare endemic Red Colobus monkeys and towering mahogany trees

Village Visit & Cultural Exchange

• Visit a nearby coastal village (e.g., Jambiani or Makunduchi)
• Learn about daily life, seaweed farming, and traditional dhow making
• Share stories and assist in preparing a local lunch

Cultural Performance & Dinner

• Enjoy Taarab music and dance under the stars
• Dine on grilled octopus, cassava, and coconut rice

Free Time on the Beach

• Relax at Kendwa or Nungwi Beach (approx. 55–60 km / 34–37 miles from Stone Town)
• Optional water activities: snorkeling, paddleboarding, or diving

Farewell Lunch & Local Shopping

• Enjoy a final seafood meal on the beach
• Shop for spices, handmade crafts, and kanga fabrics as souvenirs

Departure

• Airport transfer and assistance with check-in

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