Authentic Street Food Tours in Stone Town, Zanzibar

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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Language
English
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Embark on a culinary journey through Stone Town's authentic street food scene. Taste traditional dishes, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and connect with local vendors in this unique 2.5-hour tour.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Eat Like a Zanzibari is Stone Town's first authentic street food experience. Over the course of this adventurous 2.5 hour eating tour, you will visit carefully selected, off-the-beaten-path food vendors in neighborhoods (and alleyways) around Stone Town.


We are committed to sharing the best street food with you and have selected vendors based on these qualifications:

1) Quality - the vendors are extremely popular among locals

2) Tradition - their recipes have been passed down through generations

3) Impact- they are hardworking, kind people who rarely benefit from tourism


This tour is also an excellent way to orient yourself to Stone Town as you will pass through several neighborhoods and get more comfortable with the endless twists and turns!


We are locally owned and operated and take great pride in introducing you to our home. Not only will you eat incredible food, but you will feel like an honorary member of the community.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Sambusa
STARTER
Catlesi
STARTER
Chapati
MAIN
Uji
MAIN
Urojo/Zanzibar Mix
DESSERT
Tende Shake
DESSERT
Zanzibar Pizza

What You Get

Snacks
All food and beverages are included
Bottled water
Pickup from anywhere in Stone Town

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

You will interact with vendors and learn about Zanzibari food culture while sampling a variety of local foods and beverages. Through it all, you will feel like a true Stone Town insider who's spending time with an old friend (your awesome host, Lodi)! While the focus of this tour is on street food, your guide will point out cultural landmarks as you pass through several neighborhoods. You will also hear a few stories from your guide's own colorful life growing up in Stone Town. NOTE: Breakfast and dinner itineraries will visit at least 6 different vendors. The foods you sample will depend on the time of day. The menu is an example of some foods you will experience. We look forward to surprising and delighting you! FOOD RESTRICTIONS/ALLERGIES: Please inform us about any restrictions when booking your tour. We can accommodate vegetarians as part of the standard tour with advance notice. We can also accommodate vegans, but the itinerary and pricing will vary. Contact us for more information.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar, Gizenga Street, Mjini Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania, TZ, 4053

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Your guide will meet you in front of Maru Maru Hotel.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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