Immerse yourself in the authentic local culture of Jambiani Village on this private tour. Explore the village’s architecture, learn about coconut uses, visit a seaweed farm, and experience rope making and Swahili hubs.
- Jambiani - This guided walking tour of Jambiani Village on Zanzibar’s southeast coast takes you through the streets of this charming, relaxed, genuine, and welcoming village to experience the true life of the locals.
Experience the social life and daily activities that occur around the village, particularly the inspiring role of women in daily life among the villagers, culture, and religion, as well as the positive contributions of tourism to the local socio-economy.
Try your hand at making coconut milk, learn the skills of coconut fiber rope making, and explore seaweed farming – with many farms dotting the coastline and employing over 15,000 locals, mainly women. Zanzibar produces around 11,000 tons of seaweed globally each year, with a significant portion coming from Jambiani village.
Visit a local healer and learn about various herbs and roots used in medicine. The tour concludes with an authentic taste of local Zanzibar cuisine in the home of one of the residents.
- Bottled water included
- Lunch provided
- All fees and taxes covered
- Tips and gratitude’s
We showcase our local customs to global visitors and assist our community in gaining direct benefits from tourism through interaction with tourists by sharing local lifestyle and skills.
Here’s what this tour entails:
A stroll along the village road to examine the architectural evolution of the dwellings.
A stop at a local home to learn about the uses of coconut and try your hand at making coconut milk.
A visit to a seaweed farm to understand the process of its production.
An introduction to rope-making and getting acquainted with Swahili herbs.
- Additional 2 hours for transportation to and from hotel to the attraction area
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
