Unguja in 1 Day for Friends - Guided walk through Darajani Market and local stalls
In Collaboration with Colors of Zanzibar. Updated on February 13, 2026.
A 3.5-hour private walking tour through Stone Town focused on Zanzibar’s food culture: markets, street food, local dishes and seafront refreshments. Your guide introduces ingredients, vendors, and tastings while moving at a relaxed, social pace.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Colors of Zanzibar, inspired by the tour Private Food Culture Tour in Stone Town . Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Guided walk through Darajani Market and local stalls
- Street-food tastings of Swahili small plates
- Sit-down sampling of several local dishes (soup, fish, vegetables)
- Seafront coffee/tea at Forodhani Gardens and local dessert
Itinerary
Day 1
A private, social-paced culinary walking tour of Stone Town, meeting at the Old Fort and sampling market foods, local dishes, and seafront refreshments.
Meet at Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe) — introduction & briefing
Meet your guide at the Old Fort to review the route, get bottled water, and receive an introduction to Zanzibar’s food influences and safety notes before you set off.
Tips from local experts:
- Arrive 5–10 minutes early so the briefing can start on time; the guide will wait at the Old Fort main entrance.
- Carry a small crossbody bag for valuables; Stone Town streets are narrow and crowded during midday.
- If you need pickup from a hotel, confirm your pickup location with the operator in advance (pickup service is available).
Walk to and explore Darajani Market — ingredients & street stalls
Guided exploration of Darajani Market to meet spice vendors, fruit and vegetable sellers, and fishmongers while sampling bread and small Swahili bites from trusted stalls.
Tips from local experts:
- Bring small denomination cash in local currency (Tanzanian shillings) for purchases and food samples; vendors rarely accept cards.
- Ask the guide before photographing vendors—the guide will introduce you when appropriate and explain local customs.
- Wear closed-toe shoes for market areas; floors can be uneven and wet near fish stalls.
Street-food tasting & spice introductions
Sampling several small street-food items (bread and Swahili bits) and short, guided tastings of spices and fresh fruit from market stalls arranged by your guide.
Tips from local experts:
- If you have food allergies, tell the guide before tastings so they can avoid specific ingredients (peanuts, shellfish, etc.).
- Carry hand sanitizer or wet wipes; the guide will point out where to clean hands before and after tastings.
- Expect strong local aromas near fish and spice areas; sit slightly upwind if you prefer less intense smells.
Sit-down sampling of several dishes (soup, fish, vegetables) & coffee/tea
A relaxed sit-down at a local Stone Town eatery arranged by the guide to taste several prepared dishes reflecting Zanzibari cuisine, finishing with coffee or tea.
Tips from local experts:
- Meals are shared plates; plan for a sociable experience—ask the guide for portion guidance if you prefer lighter tasting.
- If you require seating with back support, request it when the group is seated; many local restaurants offer simple wooden chairs.
- Tap water is not recommended for drinking; bottled water will be provided, and coffee/tea is prepared using boiled water.
Forodhani Gardens seafront — coffee/tea, dessert and wrap-up
Short stroll to Forodhani Gardens on the seafront to finish with coffee or tea, a light local dessert, and a wrap-up conversation about Zanzibar food culture and recommended follow-ups.
Tips from local experts:
- Seafront breezes can pick up—bring a light layer if you feel cool after a hot walk.
- If you plan to buy more snacks at the Forodhani stalls, keep small change handy; the guide can advise which stalls are busiest and trusted.
- Finish time is flexible within the tour window; let the guide know if you need to return early for a pickup or transfer.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 4 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Friends |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | 2 |
| Total Activities | 5 |
| Total Places | 5 |
| Activities Types | Attraction, Shopping, Meal, Restaurant, Outdoor |
