Spooks, spirits and ancient arts combine on this trip to the heart of Zanzibar culture. In Muyuni Village, you’ll quickly understand the importance of tradition to the locals. They’ll introduce you to the art of rope making, basket weaving, and makuti plating. Get to know the community at the village school, then visit the mystical Ngonga Cave where you’ll see a witchcraft healing ceremony and explore the network of passages and tunnels with your guide. Along the way, you’ll discover the history of the cave as a home for vampire bats and the spirits of the Muyuni people’s ancestors.
Afterward, you'll head to a spice farm to see where the likes of vanilla, nutmeg, and cardamom are grown while learning and tasting as you go. Once you arrive at the farms, you’ll set off on a two-hour tour where your guide will give you the lowdown on how spices are used in local dishes, medicine, and ceremonies, too.
Zanzibar spice plantation, cave, and village adventure private tour
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- See the heart of Zanzibar culture in Muyuni Village
- Experience something mystical at Ngonga Cave
- Visit a local spice farm
Informação importante
- After booking, you will receive the contact info of the local operator to confirm pick-up time and location
- Wear loose-fitting, non-transparent clothing that covers your shoulders and legs
Política de cancelamento
Receba um reembolso de 100% se você cancelar até 2 dias antes do início da atividade.
O que está incluído
- Transport
- Guide
- Entrance fees
- Water
Taxa de reserva
Boas notícias! Nenhuma taxa extra será aplicada a esta reserva.
Local
- Pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar at 8.30 and 9.00am
Ponto de encontro:
Pick-up is available from the following points: Pick-up from Stone Town hotels and Zanzibar Town // Pick-up from North West Coast and South West Coast hotels (Mangapwani and Fumba) // Pick-up from North East Coast hotels (Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Pongwe, Chwaka, Matemwe) // Pick-up from North Coast hotels (Nunwi, Kendwa) // Pick-up from South Coast hotels and South East Coast hotels (Kizimkazi, Pingwe, Paje, Jambiani, Michamvi, Makunduch).
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Fisherman Tours & Travel Ltd.
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