Tanzania · WORKSHOPS
The 15 best workshop experiences you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Zanzibar cooking class and spice tour: Darajani Market shopping, Azusa Spice Farm tastings, and a hands-on meal with hotel transfers.
“The operator did not arrive at the location at the appointed time. We attempted to contact her with all the numbers provided with no response. Our driver went looking for her with no luck. We contacted Viator and they were also unable to reach her. We waited 40 minuteRead more”
3-hour Zanzibar spice farm tour with a traditional cooking lesson, fresh spice tastings, and lunch, with Stone Town pickup.
“The activity was great and our tour guy was very good, abdullah was amazing!!!!”
Half-day Kuza Cave swim and Swahili cooking in Zanzibar. Social enterprise tour with lunch, music, and cave history near Jambiani.
“Most beautiful caves we have seen. We however had to ask to be shoen the other attractions as the guide was attending to four groups. The tea garden was disappointing. But once again - the caves were stunning and swimming there was some experience. We did not partake in the vooking as my wife was not well”
A small-group Tanzanian cooking class in Arusha, meet resilient women at Lifted Strong, learn Swahili food names, and eat what you make.
“Its more like "cooking together" than like a real cooking class but it was a nice afternoon with those lovely women and we really like the food. Don't bei afraid to take the walk to Lifted Strong, it's just a little bit far from main street, but no worries!”
Shop for Tanzanian art at Mama Africa in Moshi, then enjoy a free Moshi town orientation as part of your Gifts and Art Lessons stop.
“Here you can find many souvenirs, including useful items. There are two stores: one in Uhuru Park and another in the city center near the main roundabout.”
Arusha food market shopping and a hands-on cooking class, using local ingredients and a local kitchen. Pickup, meal included.
“From the moment we were picked up from our hotel, the experience was seamless and welcoming. The transfer was punctual and comfortable, setting the tone for an unforgettable day. Our guide Jack was warm, knowledgeable, and madRead more”
WEHAF Arusha workshops: cook chapati or pilau, or make Maasai jewelry and sewing keepsakes, with tea and community time.
9-hour Zanzibar combo: Mnemba snorkeling, clear kayak at Kendwa, spice tastings and cooking, plus beach horseback riding for $220.
“Abdull, was an amazing guide, he picked us up on time with his driver King Charles ( who was also amazing) Abdul started our tour with giving us a brief history of Tanzania and Zanzibar during the drive to our first destination. He timed to Read more”
Private half-day spice farm in North Zanzibar with a guided walk and hands-on cooking lesson, hotel pickup and drop-off included.
“The cooking lesson was awsome we enjoyed the tour saw many spices in the farm the guide explained alot and after finishing walking in the farm we went to the local house where we start the class and was amazing good experiance and culture thank You guys”
Arusha market walk plus a hands-on Tanzanian cooking class. Cook staples like chapati and ugali, then eat together and take recipes home.
“Opgehaald bij de logde door een mega lieve vrouw. Vervolgens met het lokale vervoer (tuktuk) samen naar de markt gegaan om boodschappen te doen. Daarna naar haar huis en daar gekookt. Een mega leuke ervaring, mede door de lieve mama.”
Small-group Zanzibar cooking class with market shopping, Swahili-style lessons, and lunch you cook over charcoal. Pickup and mobile ticket.
“A wonderful opportunity to watch and participate in the preparation of a delicious Zanzibar meal made over a coal stove in a home. Halisi Africa Tours did a great job adjusting the schedule and preparations due to the weather (currently in the Read more”
Private Moshi market and cooking class with William and Shida. Learn coconut milk, make ugali, then share the meal at home.
“I wanted to experience Tanzanian culture and this was the perfect way to start off. Mama Shida's son William picked me up at my Hotel and gave me a private tour of the local market. We picked up local ingredients, talked with vendors, and I tried dried sardines and other frRead more”
Hands-on traditional pottery in Tengeru near Arusha, plus a visit to The Small Things supporting vulnerable children. Take home your piece.
“Outstanding!! The guy who does the pottery class is a true artist who knows everything about clay and does a great job teaching and sharing. The ambiance is wonderful. The funds benefit a children’s home nearby which is run by wonderful kind people.”
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Private Zanzibar spice farm and Swahili cooking class, with farm tastings, cassava leaf harvest, coconut milk making, and lunch.
“+great customer service (Amina was our guide) -you’ll want to plan to tip several different people (guide, cooking class, coconut drink, driver) so have a lot of change in cash or shillings as they do not take cards for that or purchases. It’s definiRead more”
Taste Zanzibar spices and cook your own meal on a farm tour and class in Nungwi, with pickup and private group.
“We made (really we just prepped the ingredients) an amazing variety of dishes. Everything was made on the cook’s front porch, with an interpreter explaining everything. Who knew there were 11 types of bananas?! We toured the spice farm (interesting to see, smell, taste) the plants and trees. Then we ate together. Everything was delicious!”
Every kind of day out between the crater rim and the reef.
