Spice Farm Tour -Half Day in Zanzibar City
Zanzibar City, Tanzania

Spice Farm Tour -Half Day

Outty Ranking 62 4.5 · 4 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $20
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Outty Ranking

62/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Spice Farm Tour -Half Day worth booking?

Spice Farm Tour -Half Day is a 3-hour experience in Zanzibar City, Tanzania, from $20 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
62 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (4)
Duration
3 hours
From
$20 per person

This tour is a walking tour in a spice farm (shamba). While there, you shall see how the spices, herbs and fruits grow and are cultivated. Your tour guide will describe how the crops can be used. You will be smelling and

What you get

  • A bottle of water
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
  • Experienced professional tour guide

About this experience

This tour is a walking tour in a spice farm (shamba). While there, you shall see how the spices, herbs and fruits grow and are cultivated. Your tour guide will describe how the crops can be used. You will be smelling and tasting spices, herbs and tropical fruits such as clove, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon, turmeric, vanilla, coconuts, papaya, chili, black pepper, jackfruit, cardamom, cassava and oranges. Other Highlights: • Kidichi Persian Baths - built in 1850 by Seyyid Said bin Sultan for his Persian wife Princess Sheherezade granddaughter of the Shah of Persia. • Walking tour of Zanzibar spice farms and plantations • Cooking class option in the spice farm is available on request • Get a glimpse of local life by exploring on foot • Tasty tropical fruits & spices • Learn about Zanzibar history and culture • Perfect time to shop for spices

What's included

Included

  • A bottle of water
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
  • Experienced professional tour guide

Not included

  • On-board restrooms
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee

What you'll see and do

  1. Kidichi Persian Baths

    Our first stop is Kidichi persian baths.This site was built on the highest point of Zanzibar Island by Sultan Seyyid Said , it was for his wife who was the grand-daughter of the Shah of Persia, Fatah Ali, it is decorated in ornamental Persian stucco work. The remarkably preserved baths have a series of domed bathhouses with deep stone baths and massive seats. This is quite a contrast to the plain baths nearby at Kizimbani, which were built within Said’s clove tree and coconut plantation. We shall proceed with our tour with a drive through a profusion of greenery in the countryside seeing, smelling and tasting a variety of spices and mouthwatering tropical seasonal fruits such as jack fruit, pineapple, banana, green coconut juice, dourian, love apple, litche, soursop etc. Spices such as cloves, cardamon, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric, nutmeg etc A full tour involves much more than spices and you will also have a chance to see the iodine plant, heena bush, ylang-ylang and many more

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • from Uroa, Matemwe & Kiwengwa

    Duration: 4 hours Pickup included

  • from Stone Town

    Duration: 3 hours Pickup included

  • from Kendwa & Nungwi

    Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes Pickup included

  • from Jambiani, Paje & Michamvi

    Duration: 5 hours Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de, en, fr
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Zanzibar Treasure Tour & Safaris

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You will have a private comfortable transport with Air condition

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Traveler reviews

4 verified traveler reviews for Spice Farm Tour -Half Day. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Felice_G · July 2026

Solicitous guide without bringing much to the table.

I felt cornered into an expensive private tour because of my misunderstanding of not needing to sign up for 1 adult AND 1 senior. Guide was not terribly attentive, distracted by other conversations using his head phones. Quite frankly, one of the employees at the spice farm was far more informative, creative, and engaged than the guide who added very little to the prescribed excursion. I was under the impression that I would be visiting the farm that received rave reviews. I would have preferred to be informed as to why that farm was selected. ahead of time so I could appreciate its uniqueness more fully.

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Vicki_M · November 2021

Absolutely recommend...

Absolutely recommend doing a spice farm tour when in Zanzibar. Learned alot and a whole more appreciation for the spices and flavours I come across day to day, This tour and guide was very knowledgable and relaxed and enjoyable at the same time. Thumbs up from me.

Response from the operator: Dear Vicki It was our pleasure to have you as our guest taking you touring at spice farm. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the time you had with our tour guide and earned a lot of knowledge pertaining to the spices grown in Zanzibar. I will share your appreciation and regards to our guide with the rest of our team Hopefully will meet you again in the near future for other tours and excursions Regards Ally

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Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$20 to $150
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 62

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
Review evidence (18% weight)29
Booking momentum (14% weight)15
Value for money (12% weight)93
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)47
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Spice Farm Tour -Half Day: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zanzibar City.

How much does Spice Farm Tour -Half Day cost?

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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zanzibar City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Spice Farm Tour -Half Day take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zanzibar City is not rushed.

Is Spice Farm Tour -Half Day worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zanzibar City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Spice Farm Tour -Half Day?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Spice Farm Tour -Half Day suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Spice Farm Tour -Half Day?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zanzibar City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zanzibar City and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Spice Farm Tour -Half Day start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zanzibar City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Zanzibar City?

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On Outty we rank every Zanzibar City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Zanzibar Adventure Quad with Sunset and Transfer Included, 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour, Stone Town Private Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Zanzibar City?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Zanzibar City?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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