• The Tanzanite Experience - The Tanzanite Experience tour offers a 1 to 8-hour journey into the history of this stunning mineral, detailing its discovery and initial mining. Participants will have the chance to observe the grading and cutting process of each precious gem. After gaining a deep appreciation for this gemstone, visitors can indulge in purchasing a genuine, expertly cut, and certified tanzanite piece at various captivating boutique stores throughout Arusha town.
  This tour will guide you to boutiques filled with exquisite displays dedicated to the enchanting blue-violet gemstone. A vibrant blue gem is a must-have for any jewelry collection.
  Combining shopping with cultural insights, the Tanzanite Experience Shop sells Tanzanite and features a museum dedicated to this rare gem. These Tanzanite dealers have locations across Tanzania where visitors can learn about tanzanite, mined in the Kilimanjaro region, and purchase items as gifts or souvenirs.
• Shanga & Shanga Foundation - The Shanga Foundation is a craft workshop that empowers disabled locals by showcasing the artisanship behind the glassware, beads, paintings, and fabrics available for purchase. Visitors will be captivated by the beautiful decor, such as walls made of recycled wine bottles that enhance the warm light and create a pleasant sound when gently moved. The store also features artisans creating beaded jewelry and cloth from recycled materials, including stuffed elephants made from repurposed men’s shirts. This unique setting encourages visitors to buy gifts for their families. Additionally, visitors can explore the fascinating Tanzanite Experience boutique, where they can order tanzanite bracelets and necklaces, perfect as gifts and souvenirs from their Arusha Experience.
• Cultural Heritage Centre - The Tanzanite Experience tour also includes a visit to the Cultural Heritage Centre, where visitors can explore an impressive collection of masks and sculpted animals. This gallery of sculpture and traditional handicrafts, along with a curio shop, is a private establishment run by a tourism pioneer educated in England. It features a jewelry boutique, restaurant, and a shop selling carvings, gemstones, and books. Notable visitors include U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, Norwegian King Harald, and U.S. Secretary of State James Baker. Guests can admire the collection of modern art and traditional crafts from Tanzania’s 120-plus tribes, and then browse the gift store for elegant souvenirs. Additionally, visitors can explore the fascinating Tanzanite Experience boutique, where they can order tanzanite bracelets and necklaces, ideal as gifts and souvenirs for their Arusha Experience.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• All fees and taxes included

• Pre/post accommodation and airport transfers (booking is available upon request).
• Alcoholic beverages
• Pre/post accommodation (booking is available upon request).

The Tanzanite Experience tour is a 1 to 8-hour tour that introduces the history of this magnificent mineral, including how it was discovered and first mined. It also gives you the opportunity to see for yourself how each precious gem is graded and cut. Once you have a true appreciation of this gem, you can spoil yourself by purchasing a genuine, well cut and certified tanzanite piece at different and fascinating boutique store that we will take you around Arusha town.
This Tanzanite Experience tour will take you to different boutiques which are brimming with beautiful displays dedicated to the fascinating blue violet gemstone. A must have vibrant blue gem for your bejeweled trinket box.

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