CITY & SPICE TOUR

Immerse Yourself in UNESCO History, Aromatic Spice Groves, and Giant Tortoises

Price: From €135 per Adult | From €89 per Child (Ages 0–11)

Duration: 4 to 10 Hours (Full-Day Private Excursion)

OVERVIEW

Experience the ultimate all-in-one private Zanzibar journey. Walk through centuries of history in UNESCO-listed Stone Town, sample aromatic crops on an organic spice farm, and sail across turquoise waters to Prison Island to feed giant Aldabra tortoises—all accompanied by your private guide and dedicated vehicle.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stone Town Walking Tour: Meander through historic alleyways, view carved Zanzibari doors, and visit landmark sites including the Sultan’s Palace, Old Fort, and Former Slave Market.

• Organic Spice Plantation: Discover why Zanzibar is known as the "Spice Island" as you smell, touch, and taste fresh cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and tropical fruits.

• Giant Tortoise Sanctuary: Board a boat to Prison Island (Changuu) to meet rare Aldabra giant tortoises and explore historic 19th-century ruins.

• Swahili Farm Lunch: Taste the culinary uses of island spices with a freshly prepared, traditional Swahili lunch at the farm.

• Private Comfort: Enjoy direct, seamless transfers from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

TOUR ITINERARY

1. Private Hotel Pickup: Private vehicle pickup directly from your hotel lobby (including departure options from The Mora).

2. Stone Town Heritage Tour: Take a guided walking tour through historic bazaars, narrow streets, and former palace monuments.

3. Spice Farm & Swahili Lunch: Drive to an organic farm for an interactive botanical walkthrough followed by an authentic spice-infused meal.

4. Prison Island Boat Cruise: Sail to Changuu Island to interact with giant tortoises and learn about its historical quarantine past.

5. Private Return Transfer: Relax on a comfortable private drive back to your resort.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Private round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle

• Private boat transport to Prison Island

• Dedicated private guides for Stone Town, the Spice Farm, and Prison Island

• All entrance tickets (Prison Island ticket valued at $22 USD; Slave Market ticket valued at $10 USD)

• Swahili farm lunch and bottled drinking water

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

• Personal shopping expenses and optional souvenirs

• Gratuities for private drivers and tour guides (optional)

• Foreign language guides (available upon request for an additional fee)

NEED TO KNOW

• Pickup Protocol: Please be ready at your hotel reception 5 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.

• Suitability: This tour involves walking over uneven cobblestones, farm terrain, and stepping on/off boats; it is not suitable for wheelchair users or pregnant women.

• What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sun protection, camera, and cash for souvenirs or optional tips.