TANZANIA
The trips worth your time.
The 11 most popular markets tours in Tanzania. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
A guided walking tour through Stone Town’s UNESCO streets, including the Slave Market, Old Fort, spice stops, and Freddie Mercury’s house.
“We had a lovely tour. Abdul was very knowledgeful, easygoing and patient. He encouraged us to ask questions, and was very enthusiastic. Would highly recommend this if you are visiting Stone Town.”
Shop Arusha’s central food market, choose two dishes, then cook in a real local kitchen in Sanawari with lunch or dinner 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”
Zanzibar spice farm, Prison Island tortoises, Stone Town streets, and the Slave Market Museum in one guided day with pickup.
“The Guide (Hassan) was a super nice man who knew exactly what he was talking about. he told a nice story about the history of Zanzibar and could explain all the questions from us in detail. He spoke good English so it was all good to follow. we also got to drink and have lunch…”
Private Stone Town tour from Forodhani, covering slave-trade sites, markets, cathedrals, and key landmarks with Maulid Omar.
“A fantastic tour! We learned so much with Maulid about the history of Stone Town and Zanzibar. We went to some key sites, as well as some off the tourist path which was great. I especially enjoyed being guided through the local markets and through the winding maze of streets in town. Highly recommend!”
Shop Arusha’s central food market, cook traditional Tanzanian dishes with chef Neema, then eat what you make on a 5-hour class.
“Het was super gezellig en mooi verzorgde tour en les! Hele lieve mensen!”
Walk Stone Town at sunset, taste street food at Darajani and Forodhani Gardens, plus Old Fort stops and hotel transfers.
“Eine äußerst interessante Tour mit viel Infos über Geschichte, die exotischen Märkte und Einblicke in Architektur traditioneller Hotels in der UNESCO geschützten Altstadt. Wundervolle Abendstimmung am Hafen und auf dem Food market. Aufmerksamer Guide, freundlich, gut verständlich und pünktlich. Eine Tour, die man unbedingt buchen sollte und einer Tagestour in Stone Town vorziehen sollte.”
Private market-to-kitchen experience in Moshi: meet the family, make coconut milk and ugali on a wood fire, then eat outside with drinks.
“This experience was a perfect way to wrap up our Tanzania trip! William (a local Tanzanian and Marissa’s husband) picked us up and took us through the market where he showed us local ingredients and let us try fruits and other items. He then took us to his mother’s house Read more”
Stone Town heritage walk from Forodhani Gardens to the former Slave Market, with Freddie Mercury stops, snacks, and markets for $19.
“Saleh took me on a very last minute booking and was extremely helpful, informative, and flexible to catering the tour to what interested me (and skipping things that weren’t). Great overview of Stone Town and great for orientating yourself in town.”
A 3-hour Stone Town walk with a ticket to the old East Africa slave market, plus Zanzibar doors, markets, forts, and key landmarks.
“our guide Nbwana was very knowledgeable about the history of Zanzibar and showed us parts of Stonetown we would never have found on our own. Great tour”
24 hours in Arusha with a private guide: Cultural Heritage Centre, Shanga workshops, Maasai Market, and the Arusha museum.
“This very special day began with an on time pick-up and Departure. Our guide was Daniel who was professional, courteous, personable and very knowledgeable about Arusha and Tanzania. He served as our guide at a couple of our stRead more”
Private Moshi day tour with Mt Kilimanjaro views, Rau Forest springs walk, Mbuyuni market produce, and a local coffee guide.
“I had a great time with my fantastic guide Frazier! I booked way too late on the Viator site as my plans had changed and I needed something to do. I was pleasantly surprised as Frazier and his driver picked me up with little notice. We became fRead more”
