At Paka Tours, we offer immersive Zanzibar Village Tours, where you can experience the real culture, traditions, and daily life of the island’s local communities. These tours take you beyond the beaches into the heart of authentic Swahili culture, giving you a chance to interact with villagers, explore traditional homes, and learn about Zanzibar’s rich heritage.
🚀 Our Zanzibar Village Tour Packages
1. Half-Day Zanzibar Village Tour (3-4 Hours)
🔹 Visit a Local Village: Meet friendly villagers and explore their traditional homes.
🔹 Spice & Coconut Farms: Learn about farming, taste fresh coconut, and see spice harvesting.
🔹 Traditional Crafts & Weaving: Watch artisans make handwoven baskets and pottery.
🔹 Swahili Cooking Experience: See how traditional dishes like pilau and chapati are made.
✅ Includes: Guide, local snacks, and transport
📌 Best for: Short-stay travelers wanting a quick cultural experience
2. Full-Day Zanzibar Cultural & Village Experience (6-7 Hours)
🔹 Village Walk & Swahili Traditions: Learn about the daily life of villagers.
🔹 Fishing & Dhow Making: Visit the local fishermen and dhow (boat) builders.
🔹 School & Mosque Visits: Interact with students and local religious leaders.
🔹 Traditional Dance & Drumming: Enjoy a live performance of ngoma (African drumming and dance).
🔹 Lunch with a Local Family: Taste authentic Zanzibari cuisine cooked over firewood.
✅ Includes: Guide, village meal, cultural performances, transport
📌 Best for: Travelers wanting a deeper cultural connection
3. Jambiani & Paje Village Tour (Beach & Culture)
🔹 Jambiani Seaweed Farming: Visit the famous women seaweed farmers and learn about this unique trade.
🔹 Paje Local Fishermen: Watch fishermen pull their nets and learn about traditional fishing methods.
🔹 Local Market Visit: Explore the village market, taste fresh tropical fruits, and try Swahili snacks.
🔹 Sunset at the Beach: Relax at the stunning white sandy beaches after your village tour.
✅ Includes: Guide, seaweed farm visit, traditional snacks, transport
📌 Best for: Cultural explorers & beach lovers
4. Nungwi & Kendwa Village Tour (Northern Zanzibar)
🔹 Visit Traditional Homes: Experience how local Zanzibaris live and work.
🔹 Dhow Boat Builders: See how dhows (traditional wooden boats) are crafted.
🔹 Local School & Village Walk: Interact with students and teachers.
🔹 Turtle Conservation Visit: Stop by the Mnarani Turtle Sanctuary to see rescued sea turtles.
✅ Includes: Guide, turtle visit, transport
📌 Best for: Wildlife & culture lovers
📍 Why Choose Paka Tours for Zanzibar Village Tours?
✔ Authentic Experience: Meet real locals and explore their culture without staged tourism.
✔ Expert Local Guides: Our guides are from Zanzibar villages and speak fluent English & Swahili.
✔ Sustainable Tourism: We support local families, schools, and conservation projects.
✔ Customizable Packages: We can combine village tours with spice farms, Jozani Forest, or beach tours.
📌 Best Time to Visit:
- All Year Round! Villages are welcoming any time of the year.
