A 3-hour food- and spice-focused tour in a local farming village
Visit a local spice farm and learn about the history of Zanzibar’s relationship to spices
Meet a rural farmer and learn African farming methods and even perform some techniques yourself
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 18+)
$35
Child (ages 4–11)
$20
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $47.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Zanzibar Spice Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Jambo Spice Farm
Admission included180 min
spice farm with local farmer
What's included
Included
Private transportation
All Entrance fees
Experience professional tour guide
All Taxes
Mineral Water
Not included
Visa
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up and drop off our client around stone town hotels for free any pick up outside stone town will include extra charge.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
65 reviews
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11
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How it compares in Zanzibar
No. 9 by number of reviews among 145 tours in Zanzibar
Starting price $35 is 36% below the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Zanzibar
Excurgo comparison of 145 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Zanzibar Spice Tour take?
Zanzibar Spice Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Zanzibar Spice Tour cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Zanzibar experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $47. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Zanzibar Spice Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Zanzibar Spice Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $20, adults from $35.
Can I cancel Zanzibar Spice Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up and drop off our client around stone town hotels for free any pick up outside stone town will include extra charge. Pickup points include Paje by Night Bungalows.
What languages is Zanzibar Spice Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(65)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Robin_K
July 16, 2026 · via Viator
The tour itself is very...
The tour itself is very interesting, but understand you are relying on a local’s ability to communicate what they know and not an expert. Our guide did a very poor job of communicating how we would initially meet up, but he did eventually connect with us. Keep in mind that you will be asked to buy products, tip for the tour, and tip other helpers/performers.
Operator response
I called him before the tour ,they told me that ,not we are not us ,and this day I had other customers into the Stone town, I picked up other tourists at the tembo house,when we were some area,they called me back ,and I left the customers which I picked up at the tembo house with guider ,then I followed the tourists which they were lazy at the coffe house very quickly,even if they did not respond my massage , when I called them ,where is my problem, on other hand ,I did not tell him, if he has to give me a tip ,also he was not forced to give other helpers tip ,his aim to destroy my job ,therefore not problem.
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nekras2024
July 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A must do in Zanzibar
We had a great time! Our guide, Seif Rashid Ali, was so knowledgeable and engaged and fun! Upon arriving at the spice farm, he took us all round, explaining everything we came across, letting us smell or taste, and answering all of our questions. The farm was just a short ride from Stone Town so we left at 9 and were back by 12, so it doesn’t monopolize your whole day. But, if you’re into cooking or herbal medicine, this tour is a must. Ask for Seif!
Operator response
Thank you for awesome review, God bless you very much.
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ricardog490
June 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A Great Way to Experience Zanzibar Beyond the Beaches
Really enjoyed this tour. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable and made the experience interesting without feeling scripted. It was great to see, smell and taste the different spices while learning more about local life in Zanzibar. A trip worth doing beyond the beaches. Would definitely recommend.
Operator response
I really appreciate it, thank you very much, God bless you every time.
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Aubrey S
June 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Scam. Guide tried to follow us. The spice farm is the only cool part, and the workers there were very sweet and cool.
Rating this a 2/5 is generous. To note, the positive of this review is the guide letting us move the time and the spice farm was very cool. The ticket stated it includes transportation to and from the spice farm into stone town. We had arranged for our hotel to drop us off at the farm since we were out of stone town. We contacted the guide and explained that we would only need transportation from the farm to stone town as explained the ticket included. We had already paid the ticket and he told me that he I would have to pay for the transportation and was demanding money. Since we had already paid for this, it started to feel very scammy. The tour was also listed to last for 3 hours, but it was only one hour. Additionally, he asked us if he could give us a tour of stone town before we left. We politely turned him down. He then tries to ask us where we were going next, what time we had to be at the airport, etc; we felt very creeped out. We called our hotel taxi to pick is up which he did, and the guide called our driver, yelling at him, saying he needs to be where we were. Felt very creepy and we couldn’t shake this guide. Thankfully, our driver didn’t turn around to pick him up.
Operator response
Before booking this tour,he /she has to look it very well, I told them ,if the tourist is out of stone, he /she has to pay extra prices for transport, and caption says that,where is my problem, and I did not ask them many questions as she said sure,before meeting each other, I understood her already, she had a jealous firstly ,long time I do it ,and there were not problem, she had a jealous only. and they were very quickly,also she said that,I tried to follow them, why she did not say the place where I wanted to follow them.
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Mathias B
March 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
To do
Nice nice farm to do
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
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guy_k
February 2, 2026 · via Viator
Great walking tour of stone town
Nassor was great. So knowledgeable and great English. Learned a lot about the history of the island and answered all our cultural questions too. Really enjoyed!
Operator response
Thanks,I really appreciate it.
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MariaEmilia_R
February 2, 2026 · via Viator
One interesting and educational visit at a time.
Very interesting and educational. The experience starts from the moment you look for us at the hotel. The place is very nice and the staff is extremely attentive.
Operator response
Thanks for the review God bless you.
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M L
January 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An authentic and surprising experience in nature
I went to visit this spice farm and it was a really amazing experience. The guide showed us all the spices, explaining which trees and plants they come from, cutting the roots, making us smell, touch and observe each ingredient closely. It was very interesting and instructive, because we often use spices every day without really knowing where they come from and where they are made from.
A very nice moment was when they made us attend a kind of show: a boy climbed high on a palm tree to get the coconuts, all singing a song, making the scene even more authentic and engaging.
After the visit we stayed to eat there and were also offered lunch, all surrounded by nature. Overall it was a beautiful experience, genuine and well organized, which I absolutely recommend to those who want to discover something new and live a moment in contact with nature.
Operator response
Raggazi, grazie per spectacular revisione, Dio auguri per tutto.
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Larry_J
December 6, 2025 · via Viator
Worst guide in the world
Definitely the worst tour I’ve ever been on.
Guide was 20 minutes late, no apology or explanation. Bought juice for himself but not water for me which was supposed to be included.
English was very poor, very very little talk he spent all his time on his phone. Learned nothing. Very depressing tour
Operator response
Definitely, this is his jealous, and i apologozed him firstly, because the transport which I took ,it was getting problem, about an English, he is Canadian, and this is his language, because he hated me ,even if I speak it as much as I can ,he can't proud me well, This is not first time to work with the british tourists. Thank you for your review.
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O3668ALalessiaa
December 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great service
Great service and experience. We had plants of amazing fruit and spices. The guides were amazing, they explained everything to perfection
Operator response
Alessia,thanks for fabulous review, God bless you very much.
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