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Welcome to
Mamas of Zanzibar
Mamas of Zanzibar is a group of Zanzibari women who aim to provide non touristy authentic experiences for travellers seeking to explore the island's cultural and traditional heritage.
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Our experiences are for those seeking to taste excotic flavours of Zanzibar made together with the locals. For those who are interested in experiencing the authentic lifestyle in Zanzibar, and to make a positive impact during their holiday as you have a fun day.​​ These local experiences are designed by Maskat a Zanzibari single mother of three to empower local Zanzibari women through opportunities in the tourism and heritage sector of Zanzibar.
Karibuni nyote - Welcome all as our experiences are designed for everyone, from solo travellers, families to groups.
Choose your Experiences
The Zanzibar Experience
by Maskat
The Signature Experience
Best Seller
The Zanzibar Experience by Maskat is our signature experience.
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This was how I started back in 2022 with my neighbours - This is the original experience.
Showcasing the full beauty of the people of Zanzibar.This 4hrs experience allows you to highlight the traditions and exotic cuisines of Islands. The local Mamas will give you a taste of the swahili kitchen and the warmth that sparks Zanzibari.
Includes a guided tour to the local market by Maskat herself, dressed in Zanzibari attire, cooking lessons where the Mamas will teach you Swahili cooking techniques and give you a chance to taste up to 9+ delicious Zanzibari traditional dishes. ​
As a token of our appreciation this package allows you to walk home with a Zanzibari gift bag to remember Zanzibar and Mamas by at home.
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Tue - Fri​
We advise to book 10days prior
your preferred date to avoid any disappointments
...the difference is we are more then a cooking class!
Mamas Spice Experience
Experience the art of Spices as you get to buy your own blended Zanzibari Spice at our shop.
Collaboration with Blue Spices Zanzibar