Zanzibar Spice Tour & Dhow Sunset Sail
Zanzibar Spice Tour & Dhow Sunset Sail
Zanzibar earned its nickname through centuries of spice trade. Cycle through the clove, vanilla and cinnamon plantations with a local guide who shares the island's fascinating history. End the day at the seafront for a traditional dhow sail as the sun melts into the Indian Ocean.
At a glance
Duration
1 day
Destination
Tanzania
Group size
Small group (max 12)
Language
Swahili
Difficulty
Easy
Best time
JuneโOctober is dry seโฆ
About this experience
On this 1 day experience in Tanzania, you'll be looked after by an expert local guide and taken to Plantation cycling tour, Spice identification & tasting, Stone Town history walk. Expect a small, friendly group, a relaxed but well-paced itinerary, and genuine insight you wouldn't easily find on your own. Everything listed as included is taken care of on the day โ just bring yourself, comfortable shoes and a sense of curiosity.
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What's included
Included
- Bicycle hire
- Guide
- Dhow sail
- Tropical fruit lunch
Not included
- Flights and international travel to the meeting point
- Transfers to and from the meeting point (unless listed as included)
- Accommodation (unless listed as included)
- Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Gratuities for your guide (optional and at your discretion)
Good to know
Difficulty & physical requirements
Easy โ suitable for most fitness levels with a relaxed walking pace.
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes ยท Modest layers for sacred sites ยท Light daypack ยท Camera and power bank ยท Cash for small shrines, tips and markets
Best time to visit
JuneโOctober is dry season and best for safari. JanuaryโFebruary sees the calving season in the Serengeti. Kilimanjaro climbing is best JanuaryโMarch and JuneโOctober.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at your lodge or the airport/park gate specified for your tour. The exact meeting point and a map pin are confirmed in your booking email 24 hours before departure.
Local insider tips
โข Visas on arrival are available for most nationalities. Carry USD in bills dated 2009 or newer. Pack layers for safari mornings and a yellow-fever certificate if arriving from an at-risk country. โข Ask your guide about local etiquette and lesser-known spots โ a respectful curiosity often opens doors most travellers miss.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your travel date for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure are non-refundable. If the operator cancels for safety reasons, you'll get a full refund or an alternative date.
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Traveler Reviews
4.7
897 reviews
Sarah M. ๐บ๐ธ
March 2026
Absolutely life-changing experience. The guides were knowledgeable and made every moment special. Would book again in a heartbeat!
Luca R. ๐ฎ๐น
February 2026
Exceeded all expectations. The local connections they have are unmatched โ we got access to places tourists never see.
Yuki T. ๐ฏ๐ต
January 2026
Great experience overall. The itinerary was well-planned and our guide spoke perfect English. Booking was smooth too.
Amira K. ๐ฆ๐ช
December 2025
Wanderlust curated everything perfectly. The attention to detail was impressive โ from transfers to meals. Highly recommend.
Carlos V. ๐ง๐ท
November 2025
Beautiful destination, great organisation. Minor timing hiccup on day 2 but the team resolved it immediately. Overall 9/10.
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$332