Arusha City Tour

Stop At: Maasai Market Curios and Crafts, Fire Road, Arusha, Tanzania, Arusha, Tanzania

Maasai Market: Arusha is a gateway to Maasai lands, and you can experience its vibrant culture by visiting the Maasai Market. Here, you can buy traditional crafts, clothing, and jewelry made by the Maasai people.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Cultural Heritage Centre, Arusha-Dodoma Road, Arusha Tanzania

The Cultural Heritage Centre is a haven of culture and love that is tucked away on the outskirts of the charming city of Arusha, amid whispers of Tanzania's untamed beauty. This captivating sanctuary, where the heart and soul of this land come alive, is a must-visit for anyone looking to fully immerse themselves in Tanzanian culture and art. As soon as you enter, a world filled with passion and creativity appears right before your eyes. History, creativity, and a love of the land are all permeating the air. Walking through its halls is like dancing through time with a partner, led by the histories and traditions of countless generations. Every work of delicate craft and art begins with a brushstroke from the famous intricate Tanzanite and other famous rare gemstones from the mother Tanzania.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Tanzanite Experience, India St Blue Plaza, 3rd Floor, Arusha 255 Tanzania

The Tanzanite Experience, India St Blue Plaza: Our accredited guide and expert will meet you at the ticket booth and guide you to the Tanzanite Experience museum. The lecturer will tell you all about Tanzanite since discovery and watch a 20-minute documentary about Tanzanite. You will get to see different methods used in mining the infamous Tanzanite, the laboratory used to shape the stones into finished processes and both rough and shaped stones. It's your opportunity to shop for the stone you like.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Arusha Declaration Museum, Makongoro Road, Arusha Tanzania

Arusha Declaration Museum: For history enthusiasts, this museum commemorates the Arusha Declaration of 1967, which was a significant political and social development in Tanzania's and East Africa's Vast Enriched history.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Arusha National Natural History Museum, JMJW+5CW, Arusha, Tanzania

The Arusha National History Museum is known for its collection of natural history specimens and exhibits related to the diverse flora, fauna, geology, and cultural history of Tanzania and the East African region. The museum showcases various aspects of the region's biodiversity, including fossils, minerals, plants, insects, reptiles, mammals, and birds. It serves as an educational and research institution, aiming to promote awareness and appreciation of the natural heritage of Tanzania.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Shanga & Shanga Foundation, Dodoma Road Arusha Coffee Lodge - Elewana, Arusha Tanzania

The Shanga Shanga Foundation, based in Arusha, Tanzania, is a non-profit organization with a mission to empower people with disabilities. They achieve this by providing employment opportunities and skills training for individuals with disabilities, enabling them to create handmade crafts and products. Shanga Shanga emphasizes sustainability by using recycled materials in their creations and promotes eco-friendly practices. Their visitor center in Arusha allows tourists to purchase these unique products, witness the crafting process, and engage with the artisans. Through their work, the Shanga Shanga Foundation contributes to improving the quality of life and independence of people with disabilities in the Arusha region while fostering social and environmental responsibility.

Duration: 1 hour