Top Zanzibar Cooking Classes

Most visitors to Zanzibar settle for just eating the local cuisine at the archipelago's hotels and restaurants. Go deeper with this market, spice farm and cooking experience that peels back the layers of regional culinary traditions. Learn about locals’ favorite ingredients on a guided visit to Stone Town’s Darajani Market, tour and enjoy tastings at a spice farm, and finish with a cooking class with a local cook, prepping and then savoring some classic Zanzibari dishes.

Most visitors come to Zanzibar for its beautiful beaches, but you shouldn't miss out on experiencing its eclectic cultural heritage. This small-group tour is led by a social enterprise and lets you experience Swahili culture. You'll relax in the healing waters of an ancient sacred cave, watch traditional dancing, join local musicians in a jam session, and enjoy a delicious included lunch of local Swahili food.

Learn about the local spices grown on a spice farm and how they are used in traditional dishes. With hands-on instruction, you'll have the opportunity to cook 4-5 different dishes and enjoy your creations as lunch.

Travelers will visit an organic spice farm on this guided activity that allows travelers to experience different spices grown in the Island. Soon as we reach the farm, our guide will start explaining how spices like Cinnamon, Cardamom, Ginger, Vanilla and others are cultivated, harvested and even how they are used in term of medicine or for cooking. Climbing of coconut palm and buying spices from local community spice shop is also part of the tour. Later, travelers will join Local Zanzibari women in the making of Zanzibar local cuisine and they will fully participate in the activity and then have lunch in the farm before making their way home.

Learn to cook Zanzibarian fare by signing up for this small-group cooking class. You'll start with a visit to a local market to purchase ingredients, you'll start your lesson, where you'll learn the intricacies of Swahili cooking. After your lesson, you'll get to dine on what you made in class.

If you have an interest in Zanzibar cuisine, this traditional cooking class is the easiest way to get closer! By joining us, you’ll learn not just about the recipes and the cooking procedures, but also the history and the stories related to the different dishes you will cook. This traditional cooking class starts from the local Market in Stone Town (Darajani Market) where you will do shopping and have some Zanzibar local Market experience.

Experience a tour of a spice farm in Zanzibar and learn about the origins of spices and their importance in Zanzibar cuisine. Harvest ingredients from the farm and cook a traditional Swahili meal.

Learn about how spices are grown in spice farms. With the close assistance of the local experienced cook, you will learn how these spices are used in traditional dishes. You will have a chance to cook 3 - 5 different traditional dishes and enjoy them as your lunch.

Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of Zanzibar on this full-day combo tour. Begin with a guided exploration of Jozani Forest, where you’ll encounter the rare Red Colobus Monkeys and learn about unique mangrove ecosystems. Transition to a local village of Bungi for a hands-on Swahili cooking class, preparing traditional dishes with fresh ingredients and spices. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and food enthusiasts, offering an authentic glimpse into island life.

This activity offers the perfect mix of culture, tradition, and flavor. You’ll explore a real Zanzibari village, meet local people, and see how they live and work every day. What makes it special is the chance to learn to cook traditional dishes side by side with local chefs, using fresh ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations. It’s more than just a tour

Experience the Authentic Lifestyle of the Swahili people by joining a local Food Host to shop, cook, and feast on authentic Swahili recipes passed down through generations. In this experience, you will Dress in tradional attire, Shop at a local market, Cook authentic Swahili dishes, Feast together and experience a genuine, hands-on taste of Zanzibar's food culture.

Accommodation, traditional meals, and a variety of cultural activities included! Spend your days with locals and experience the real Tanzania. Kanga Homestay offers unfiltered homestay experiences. Some homestays have simple facilities. We offer Village Stays and Comfort Stays. Minimum Stay: 2 Nights / 3 Days Included Activities ● Cooking and Eating Together ● Music Sessions ● Djembe/Guitar Lessons ● Visit the Atelier in the Village ● Beach Visit ● Farming ● Visit local Shops/Markets in the Village ● Construction of a wooden Hut ● Daily Routine / Domestic Chores Available Excluded Options on-site ● Painting Class - 2 h - 15,000 TZS p.p. The selected booking date is the check-in date. Check-in after 2:00 PM Check-out before 11:00 AM Guests can reschedule for free up to 10 days before their stay (once only), with new dates within 2 months, subject to availability.

Discover coffee like never before! Start with freshly roasted beans, breathe in their rich aroma, then watch as they’re brewed to perfection. Break the crust to release hidden fragrances, and taste each cup to explore unique flavors, body, and acidity. A fun, sensory journey that will change the way you drink coffee.

Accommodation, traditional meals, and a variety of cultural activities included! Spend your days with locals and experience the real Tanzania. Kanga Homestay offers non-touristy locals experiences. Minimum Stay: 2 Nights / 3 Days Included Activities ● Cooking Local Meals ● Opening a fresh Coconut and carving Coconut Flesh ● Beach Visit and Village Tour with Family and more Excluded Options on-site ● Community Group fabricates handmade Ribbon Curtains (~3 times a week) - 30,000 TZS p.p. ● Painting Class (external) - 2 h - 15,000 TZS p.p. The selected booking date is the check-in date. Check-in after 2:00 PM Check-out before 11:00 AM Guests can reschedule for free up to 10 days before their stay (once only), with new dates within 2 months, subject to availability. Your host family mainly speaks Swahili, but they’re always happy to communicate with guests in simple English or through warm gestures. A Local Coordinator supports your stay and is available to communicate in English.

Accommodation, traditional meals, and a variety of cultural activities included! Non-touristy: Spend your days with locals and experience the real Tanzania. Kanga Homestay offers immersive local experiences. Some homestays have simple facilities. We offer Village Stays and Comfort Stays. Minimum Stay: 2 Nights / 3 Days Included Activities at Kanga Homestay in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar • Cooking Local Meals • Local Market / Village Visit • Kizimkazi Beach Visit with the Host Family • School Visit • Attend Neighborhood Events (if happening) Available Excluded Options on-site • Henna Tattoos • Massage • Hair Designs The selected booking date is the check-in date. Check-in after 2:00 PM Check-out before 11:00 AM Guests can reschedule for free up to 10 days before their stay (once only), with new dates within 2 months, subject to availability. Your host, Aisha, is an experienced host and speaks Swahili. A Local Coordinator supports your stay and is available to communicate in English.