Arusha: Evening Culture & Craft Tour with Tuk-Tuk Ride

Explore Arusha’s culture on an evening tour. Visit Shanga, the Cultural Heritage Centre, and enjoy a guided walk through the city’s landmarks and markets.
Spend your late afternoon and early evening exploring the artistic, cultural, and historic side of Arusha. Visit Shanga, an uplifting social enterprise supporting artisans with disabilities; explore the impressive Cultural Heritage Centre with world-class African art; then enjoy a guided walking tour through Arusha’s landmarks and local markets — all while traveling like a local in a Bajaj (tuk-tuk).

Perfect for travelers who want a soft, easy, culturally rich tour after lunch.

Tour Schedule (4–5 Hours)
1️⃣ Shanga Workshop Experience (Art, Inspiration & Social Impact)

Your guide picks you up from your hotel in a Bajaj, and the experience begins at Shanga, located at Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Here, you’ll enjoy:

A guided tour of workshops (glass-blowing, weaving, bead-making, metal art, Tinga Tinga painting)

Learning how recycled materials become beautiful crafts

Meeting talented artisans with disabilities

Time to shop for handcrafted souvenirs

This is an uplifting, heartwarming visit that supports a real social cause.

2️⃣ Cultural Heritage Centre (Art, Crafts & History)

Next, head to the iconic Cultural Heritage Centre, famous for its architecture and its collection of East African art. Explore:

Sculptures, paintings, and carvings

Tanzanite galleries (optional)

Curated craft shops

Exhibits showcasing Tanzania’s culture and tribal heritage

A perfect place for art lovers and souvenir shoppers.

3️⃣ Guided Evening Walk in Arusha Town

Your Bajaj drops you in the city center for an easy, relaxed guided walk through Arusha’s most famous spots:

Soko Kuu (Central Market) — colorful, lively, full of local life

Uhuru Monument — symbol of independence

Clock Tower — the iconic halfway point between Cape Town & Cairo

Experience Arusha at sunset as the city winds down.

4️⃣ Drop-Off Back at Your Hotel

Your Bajaj driver takes you safely back to your accommodation as the evening cools.

Finally, your Bajaj driver takes you safely back to your accommodation as the evening cools.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.