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Zanzibar spice plantation and Prison Island private tour

4.7/5
18 reviews

Zanzibar is known as the ‘Spice Island’, you’ll tour a spice farm to see where the likes of vanilla, nutmeg, and cardamom are grown while learning and tasting as you go. You’ll head into the countryside for this private tour, and the spice plantations that cover Zanzibar will be your focus for the morning.

Once you arrive at the farms, you’ll set off on a two-hour tour to see where pepper, cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, and cinnamon are grown. Your guide will give you the lowdown on how spices are used in local dishes, medicine, and ceremonies, too.

You'll head to Stone Town to catch the boat over to Changuu Island – it's approximately a 30-minute crossing. It's inhabited by giant tortoises, and you'll visit the foundation that takes care of them. You will also visit the local museum, where you can learn more about its history, and then have time to swim and have lunch. You’ll need to pack your bathing suit for this one, as you’ll be enjoying the pristine beaches and waters that encircle Changuu Island.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Zanzibar
Duration: from 6 hours to 8 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Entrance fees included
Guided tour
Private Tour
E-Voucher
Hotel pick up
Transport included

Why you’ll love this…

  • See the spicy and rich side of Zanzibar
  • Learn about Zanzibar's culture through its spice
  • Cruise to Changgu Island or known as Prison Island

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • After booking, you will receive the contact info of the local operator to confirm pick-up time and location
  • Infants (0-3 years) can join the tour for free

Remember to bring:

  • A swimsuit, light clothing, beach towels, sunscreen, and sunglasses

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance fees
  • Water
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Tour guide

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Meeting point:

Pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar at 8.30 and 9.00am. Pick-up is available from the following points: Stone Town hotels and Zanzibar Town; North West Coast hotels and South West Coast hotels (Mangapwani, Fumba); North East Coast hotels (Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Pongwe, Chwaka, Matemwe); North Coast hotels (Nungwi, Kendwa); South Coast hotels and South East Coast hotels (Kizimkazi, Pingwe, Paje, Jambiani, Michamvi, Makunduchi).

Provider

Fisherman Tours & Travel Ltd.


What people say about this experience

4.7/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 18 reviews


Review categories

Value for money

4.4/5

Safety

4.8/5

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4.8/5

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4.8/5


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  • L

    Lia

    Solo traveller


    12 August 2025
    5

    United States of America

    Amazing. All perfect

  • D

    DW

    Travelled as a couple


    4 July 2025
    4.6

    United States of America

    Tour was good but no water was provided.

  • F

    Franzi und Kim

    Travelled as a couple


    18 June 2025
    5

    United States of America

    Die Tour ist sehr zu empfehlen, unser Fahrer hat bereits auf der etwa 1-Stündigen Fahrt von Nungwi nach Zanzibar-Stadt viel über die Insel erklärt. Unser privater Guide fuhr mit uns nach Prison Island. Er hat einiges erklärt und uns genug Zeit zur Verfügung gestellt, alles anzuschauen. Er war immer gerne bereit Fotos von uns zu machen. Im Anschluss an den Aufenthalt auf PI fuhren wir zur Spicefarm. Vor Ort lernten wir diverse Gewürze als Quiz kennen. Die Krönung war die dortige Show am Ende.

  • F

    Frank

    Travelled as a couple


    22 March 2025
    4.2

    Germany

    Wurden zu falschen Tour(Stadttour) abgeholt . Unserer Guide hat kurz entschlossen unsere Tour durchzuführen. Gewürztour wahr sehr gut.Alles erklärt und Kostproben verteilt.Super.

  • C

    Colin

    Travelled as a couple


    20 September 2024
    3.4

    United States of America

    Out of season for nearly all spices. Very interesting to learn what certain spices are used for, especially how locals use for medicine. At end of tour taken to two set ups were you feel compelled to purchase spices and local wares. Not on really. Can get all pf it in the UK. Jad to watch a man climb a coconut tree - really ? Prison Island was very busy. Not much to see and do there. Plenty of giant tortoises but no turtles. Rashid our guide was good. Not much

  • M

    Michael

    Travelled as a couple


    12 November 2024
    5

    United States of America

    Nach der Plantage gaben die sehr netten Mitarbeiter uns von allen Obstsorten etwas zum probieren. Das war sehr interessant und lecker! Alles in allem ein sehr toller Ausflug

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