Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch)
Traveler rating
5.0/5
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Quick answer
Is Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) worth booking?
Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) is a 10-hour experience in Zanzibar City, Tanzania, from $20 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $20 per person
Begin your journey at a traditional Zanzibar spice farm, where you explore lush plantations and see, touch, and taste fresh cloves, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and tropical fruits. Learn how these spices shaped the island
What you get
- Private transportation
- Carbonated beverages
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- entrance fees-spice farm
- Government fees
About this experience
Begin your journey at a traditional Zanzibar spice farm, where you explore lush plantations and see, touch, and taste fresh cloves, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and tropical fruits. Learn how these spices shaped the island’s history and earned it the name “The Spice Island,” guided privately at a relaxed pace tailored to you. Afterward, enjoy a freshly prepared local lunch infused with authentic Zanzibari spices for a true farm-to-table experience. Continue to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and wander its historic alleys, vibrant markets, and iconic landmarks such as the Old Fort, Freddie Mercury House, and the former Slave Market. With personal storytelling, comfort, and flexibility, this private tour offers deep cultural insight without crowds or rush—an unforgettable way to experience Zanzibar with all your senses.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Carbonated beverages
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- entrance fees-spice farm
- Government fees
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- entrance fees-Anglican diocese of Zanzibar
- Parking fees
- pick-up and drop-off
- Meals
Not included
- personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Jambo Spice Farm
We start with a spice tour where we visit a farm of 3 to 4 hectors planted with a variety of spice trees and plants each grouped under a certain small plot such as cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, turmeric, nutmegs lemongrass, and coffee, also we get chance to see some tropical fruit trees like mango, orange, and banana, (Max 1hour 30 minutes), after we take a short break at someone we refer as butterfly man who will be climbing a coconut tree for tourists singing hakuna matata song after he cuts young coconut for tourists to taste (30 minutes) then we go to have a lunch variety of local cousin food like pilau, cooked banana, spinach, fried chicken, sauce and kachumbari, (30 minutes) get time to visit spice shop to buy some spices if interested (30 minutes), take the car to Stone Town which takes 35 minutes to drive.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Stone Town
As we arrive in Stonetown we start our tour of two to three hours by walking at historical places, shopping in souvenir boutiques, and short stops at coffee shops if demanded by clients. The tour goes long or short depending on the demand of the tourists because visiting sometimes sufficient for an hour for every important historical point, We will start by the main market so known as Darajani Market, going to the old slave memorial market ( here required entrance and it is included in the price change) after we go past the Zanzíbar door and architecture, we pass the main center of the stone town famously known as jaws corner or Soko Muhogo, go passing the old Catholic church, go passing Freddie Mercury house, go down up to the old fort and we enter for free and take a look around after we pass the Forodhani park, go pass the house of wonder and finally palace museum, here our driver will pick the guests back to the hotel,
180 minutes here · Admission included
Freddie Mercury Museum
On a small road in Stone Town, the historic center of Zanzibar, stands what's dubbed the Freddie Mercury House. Mercury spent parts of his childhood in this house
Pass by without stopping
Forodhani Gardens
The Forodhani Gardens is a small park in the historical city of Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania. The gardens are located along the main seawalk of Stone Town
Pass by without stopping
Anglican Zanzibar Diocese
The place to learn the actual history of Zanzíbar with what happened on the side slavery
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
sunset stonetown night market
at the rooftop watching sunset: After the stonetown tour, Tour guide will take you to the rooftop of MaruMaru hotel to watch the sunset while you sip drinks. forofhani night market : After watching sunset Tour guide will take you to forodhani night market you will indulge the test of delicious food Duration: 10 hours lunch of swahili food: include drinks at marumaru hotel rooftop, and test the food ot forodhani night market Air conditioned Pickup included
pickup from Stone Town hotels
pickup included Duration: 6 hours lunch of swahili meal Air conditioned vehicle Pickup included
Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch)
Pickup included
pickup from any hotel/anywhere
private guided tour pickup included Duration: 7 hours lunch of Swahili meal Air conditioned vehicle 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
- Tanzania Fii Tour Zanzibar
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zanzibar City.
How much does Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) 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 Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch)?
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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 Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch)?
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Around 0 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Zanzibar Private Spices farm and Stone town tour (Include Lunch) 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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