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Zanzibar Cooking Lesson

About this experience

Zanzibar authentic and original from ancestors Cooking class in Zanzibar hands-on, A day Zanzibar typical cooking classes in the Kitchen” lesson lasts approximately 4 hours. it can start at 9:30 am or 2:30 pm. Discover the secrets of our traditional dishes.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Zanzibar Cooking Lesson
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Expenses of a personal nature

Itinerary and highlights

The unique opportunity to learn how to cook Swahili Cuisines with the help of Zanzibar local instructors who will go with you to the local market to purchase the ingredients for the menu of the day which always includes some of the very popular food prepared into the Island. The lesson gives you a chance to participate in the preparation of the meal i.e starter, main course and dessert.

This may include the making of plain rice roasted with coconut milk, Pilau (Spiced rice), Roasted Plantains, Green banana roasted with coconut milk, Urojo, (Zanzibar mix) Tuna soup and small doughnuts as dessert. Our Local instructors are so welcoming and friendly and always there to cheer up and by the time food is ready, Those participants will share it with their hosts on "Mkeka" The traditional mate used by local people.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • All travelers should wait at their hotel lobby for the pick up.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Zanzibar Crystal Tours & Safaris

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
All travelers should wait at their hotel lobby for the pick up.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–9; Youth tickets: age 10–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 50+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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