Whole cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper. Buy whole, sealed packs and check your home country’s customs rules.
Tingatinga paintings
Bright, glossy paintings of animals and village life, a Tanzanian style sold all over Stone Town.
Kanga & kikoi
Printed cotton wraps and woven cloths; light, useful and easy to pack.
Carved wood
Small chests and door-style frames echo Stone Town’s carving tradition; check what the wood is.
Ask who made a piece and where. Check materials and shipping. Bargain politely only where invited; respect fixed prices in boutiques and artisan shops. In the market, agree a price before anything is weighed or wrapped.