Tanzanite Experience Tour: Shopping and History in Arusha
4.8
5 Ratings
Arusha
Discover the beauty of Tanzanite and explore the rich gemstone and craft markets in Arusha. Experience a personalized tour with round-trip transfers and expert guides.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

After pick up from your Hotel we will start to visit Tanzanite Experience museum and learn about the history, mystery and rarity of this precious gemstone, unique to Tanzania. Through a series of interactive tours and visual exhibitions, including a replica of a Tanzanite mine shaft, visitors discover how Tanzanite was created, named, mined, cut, polished and graded. There is also the opportunity to purchase Tanzanite direct from the source with all gemstones purchased being accompanied by a certificate by The Tanzanite Laboratory. The museum is located in the center of Arusha and has a store attached and in addition. Then we will drive to Shanga Foundation and the largest African Art gallery, Cultural Heritage Centre.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All fees and taxes included
Additional Information

Mined exclusively in Tanzania, the captivating cerulean gem known as tanzanite is a distinct reminder of your visit to East Africa and an essential addition to any gem enthusiast’s assortment. The Tanzanite Experience excursion delivers an overview of the gem’s captivating backstory, including its origin and initial extraction process.

The Arusha area is celebrated for an array of gemstones, refined jewellery, traditional Maasai artifacts, and detailed ebony sculptures. Your excursion leader will customize a retail journey to the renowned spots for Tanzanite, ebony sculptures, Maasai artifacts, Paintings, and other gemstones.

  • Enjoy convenient two-way transportation from your hotel in Arusha
  • Discover the Shanga Foundation, where differently-abled locals create exquisite artisanal pieces
  • Receive expert guidance and assurance when purchasing stones from our knowledgeable guides
  • Immerse yourself in the Cultural Heritage Centre for an extensive exploration of Tanzania’s rich history
  • Limited exclusively to your party, the experience offers an intimate and tailored adventure
Location
Arusha
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(5 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Kenneth
Jul 19, 2023
Tour of Arusha - Albert took great care of us all day. Really enjoyed to tour, the Tanzanite factory was special place plus we got a great deal on a necklace.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Carol
Jul 3, 2023
Shopping - It was nice having a local drive us around to different shopping sites such as the African Cultural Center . He even took us to some different stores that we requested that weren’t on the list. He is very flexible and knowledgeable about the area. He looked after us and made sure we were safe. We had such a good time with Alfred that we booked the coffee and waterfall tour with him the next day. I highly recommend if you have an extra day in Arusha to be sure and book this tour.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Elisamima
Mar 28, 2023
Interesting tour and friendly Guide - Alfred was a super friendly and polite guide. I got picked up from the hotel in the morning - even from Moshi - and we visited three very interesting spots about tanzanites in Arusha. We started with an exhibition about Tanzanites, where everything about the discovery, mining and value of the stone was explained very clearly. Then we went on to a glass factory with an adjacent tanzanite shop. Before Alfred drove me home, we went to the Museum of African Art. I felt very safe and unstressed the whole time. I had a lot of time, learned a lot and had a very nice chat with Alfred! Thank you very much for the great tour, I would love to go again anytime!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
T9488pxandrewb
Nov 27, 2022
A great local tour in Arusha. - Alfred arrived on time at our hotel in a clean car. We were interested in buying Tanzanites and having Alfred and the car for the day provided that security I wanted. He could park outside the shops and no need to risk walking on the streets with stones or trying the get a cab or tuktuk back to the hotel. The Tanzanite Experience was well worth the visit for the history and background to the stones. We then visited the Shanga Centre where disabled people are employed to make beautiful items for sale and the recycling of many items they use is fantastic. Probably the highlight of the day. Then off to the African Cultural Center to see the artwork by local artists, carvings up to full tree height and many items to buy if you want.as well as many antiques on display. After this back to our hotel. A cannot recommend Alfred highly enough for the day we spent together. He is a lovely guy, very knowledgeable about Arusha and Tanzania and very discrete. Thank you Alfred !
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Heillycorcoran
Mar 11, 2023
Alfred was a great driver... - Alfred was a great driver and guide. The tour made it easy to get around Arusha and do some souvenir shopping with confidence.
Review provided by Viator
Select Date and Tickets
up to 15 guests
1
Adult
June 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today