Tanzania · WORKSHOPS
6 reviewed
This is the shortlist you would get from someone who has already sat through the sales pitch: 6 craft workshops worth booking, each with its price, its verdict from the people who went, and the one thing to know before you pay a deposit.
Zanzibar cooking class and spice tour: shop Darajani Market, visit a spice farm, taste tropical fruit, then cook classic Zanzibari dishes.
“The host arrived late to pick us up. We told her we were very pressed for time because our flight was that evening. She assured us we would make our flight. Then we went to a market, which was interesting, but she spent a lot of time speaking swahili to the vendors, jokinRead more”
Zanzibar spice farm tour with organic spice tastings, tropical fruit like jackfruit, and a traditional cooking lesson plus lunch. Pickup in Stone Town.
“The spice tour was so fun! It was very informative. I loved learning about all of the plants and their uses. Everyone was very kind, and our guide and driver were especially great.”
Swim in Kuza Cave, learn Swahili cooking, and enjoy live music, all with a social enterprise mission in Jambiani, Zanzibar.
“breathtaking cave, I recommend it; just be sure to have a copy or screen shot of your confirmed booking as I was asked for proof of booking although I had booked, paid and received ticket and booking confirmation but they did not have a system to look up my booking Read more”
Small-group Tanzanian cooking in Arusha with Swahili ingredient lessons, made by local women, and supporting LISCO through the class.
“My friend and I had the best time in this cooking class! We appreciate learning about Lifted Strong and their mission and goals. We also appreciate learning how to make samosas and soup. We had a lot of fun getting to know the ladies. I would absolutely do this class again!”
Shop for Tanzania-made gifts at Mama Africa in Moshi, then join a free Moshi town tour, with guidance from owner Peter.
“We found everything we needed at the Mama Africa gift shop! Absolutely worth a stop in Moshi. Peter is incredibly helpful and patient, and has a large variety of wonderful souvenirs, pieces of art, gifts, and more. Unique items that we didn't see anywhere else. Thanks Peter for making it so easy to buy gifts for family and friends (and some beautiful items for our home), we hope to be back!”
Shop Arusha’s food market, pick two Tanzanian dishes, cook in a local kitchen, then eat what you make with hotel pickup.
“From start to finish, this experience was beyond exceptional. Our guide and chef was not only incredibly friendly and welcoming, but also deeply knowledgeable about Tanzanian culture and cuisine. What made this class so special was thaRead more”
