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About Tour Package

Discover the secrets of Zanzibari cuisine on this immersive Cooking Tour. Walk through a local spice farm, learn about aromatic spices, and master traditional recipes under the guidance of an expert local chef. This hands-on experience takes you from farm to fork, giving you a true taste of Zanzibar's rich culinary heritage.

  • Duration 4 Hours
  • Language Eng, Fr, De, Es
  • Group Size 1 - 20
  • Tour Type Tour
  • Destination Zanzibar
  • Categories Tour

Highlights of the Tour

  • Visit a local spice farm and learn about Zanzibar's famous spices
  • Hands-on cooking class with an expert local chef
  • Learn to prepare traditional dishes like Pilau rice, Curry, and Chapati
  • Discover the secrets of coconut milk extraction and spice blending
  • Enjoy the delicious meal you prepare
  • Receive traditional recipes to take home
  • Perfect for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts
Include Features
  • Professional local chef and guide
  • Visit to a spice farm
  • All cooking ingredients and equipment
  • Hands-on cooking class
  • Traditional lunch (the food you cook)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Recipe booklet to take home
  • All government taxes and service charges
Exclude Features
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (available as an extra)
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips)
  • Travel insurance

Tour Itinerary

  • Day-01 Spice Farm Visit
    09:00
    Start your culinary journey with a guided walk through a local spice farm. See, smell, and taste fresh spices including cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and black pepper. Learn how these spices are grown, harvested, and used in Zanzibari cooking.
  • 10:30
    Head to the cooking area where your chef will introduce you to the traditional Zanzibari kitchen. Learn about local cooking techniques, tools, and ingredients.
  • 11:00
    Under the guidance of your chef, prepare a full traditional meal. You will learn to make: Spiced Pilau Rice, Coconut Fish Curry, Zanzibari Chapati, Kachumbari (fresh salad), and a traditional dessert.
  • 13:00
    Enjoy the delicious meal you have prepared. Sit with your fellow cooks and savor the authentic flavors of Zanzibar.
  • 14:00
    Receive a recipe booklet so you can recreate these dishes at home. Take photos and ask any final questions before departure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all! This tour is suitable for beginners and experienced cooks alike. Our chef will guide you through every step.
The tour takes approximately 4-5 hours, including spice farm visit, cooking, and lunch.
You will prepare a traditional Zanzibari meal including Pilau rice, Coconut Fish Curry, Chapati, Kachumbari salad, and a local dessert.
Yes, vegetarian options are available. Please inform us when booking.
Yes! You will receive a recipe booklet with all the dishes you learned to prepare.
Hotel pickup and drop-off is available as an optional extra depending on your hotel location.
Wear comfortable casual clothes and closed shoes. An apron will be provided.

Customer Review & Rating

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