Discover spices, culture, local cuisine and hands-on cooking experiences in the heart of Zanzibar — at our family-owned spice farm.
For generations, the Kato family has tended this lush corner of Zanzibar — coaxing cloves, vanilla and cinnamon from rich red soil. What began as a family livelihood has grown into a place where travelers from every continent come to walk our paths, smell the spices on the breeze and share a Swahili meal at our table.
We host small groups, hire only from our village and grow everything the way our grandparents taught us — without chemicals, with patience, and with pride. When you book directly with us, your visit supports our family and our community.
Hand-crafted by the Kato family — combine any of them to make a perfect Zanzibar day.
A guided walk through the farm to see, smell and taste cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, cardamom, turmeric, black pepper and tropical fruits — with an interactive spice tasting along the way. Suitable for all ages.
Stay for a traditional Swahili meal cooked over open flame with spices harvested that morning. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus available — an authentic local dining experience.
Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on lesson in classic Zanzibari recipes — pilau, coconut curry, chapati and more — using fresh spices you'll grind yourself. Perfect for beginners and food lovers.
Take Zanzibar home with you. Fresh cloves, cinnamon, vanilla pods, nutmeg, black pepper and beautifully packaged spice gift boxes — sourced directly from our farm.
Three generations of Zanzibari spice farmers — this is our home, not a chain.
Everything grown without chemicals and harvested the morning of your visit.
Intimate groups means real conversation, real questions, real answers.
Book directly with the owner — no middlemen, no commissions, better price.
Recipes, songs and stories passed down through generations of our family.
Wonderful for families, couples, solo travelers and groups of friends.
"The most authentic experience we had in Zanzibar. Mr. Kato walked us through the farm and we tasted spices straight from the tree. The lunch afterwards was unforgettable."
"Booked the cooking class as a surprise for my wife — best decision of the trip. Warm, welcoming family and recipes we still cook at home a year later."
"Beautiful farm, kind people, incredible smells. Our kids loved the tasting game. Highly recommend booking directly with the owner on WhatsApp."
Send us an inquiry and we'll confirm availability within a few hours. Prefer to chat? Tap WhatsApp for the fastest reply.
Book on WhatsAppDole, Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 622 159 528
info@mrkatospicefarm.com
Just 25 minutes from Stone Town in the lush heart of the island. Reach out any time — we usually reply within a couple of hours.
