Free tour

Artful Escape: A Journey into African Crafts

5.00

Excellent (5 ratings)

Dar es Salaam

Duration: 1 hour

Languages: English

Guru: Kevin

Registered on 19 July 2021

I’m Kevin Angelo I’m Tanzanian through and through, with a misplaced affinity for cheesy romance movies (who doesn’t love Titanic!) and Country and Western music (something my friends are forever teasing me about). The first thing you’ll notice about me is that I love meeting new people and making them smile. The second is that I have a deep passion for and knowledge of my home country. You’ll have me on hand to help and advise you before, throughout, and even after your tour. After booking your place on my tour, you’ll receive some personal pre-travel advice on Tanzanian etiquette, and a little on the language – starting with; ‘how on earth do you pronounce Ngorongoro?’ A few things you should know about the people of Tanzania: we love to smile, laugh, sing, dance, and have fun (any excuse!) We wear our hearts on our sleeves and form friendships quickly and naturally. In fact, in my native language, Kiswahili, the word ‘mgeni’ meaning ‘foreigner’, is the same as the word for ‘guest’. Here you are not a tourist but a new companion, and that is the feeling I want you to experience as your personal host. Karibu nyumbani! Tanzania welcomes you home!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Join me on an exciting journey to the bustling Mwenge Carvers Market, a vibrant hub where creativity flourishes! Here, you'll meet over 200 talented artists passionately crafting traditional African sculptures and crafts. Marvel at the intricate carvings and vibrant paintings that beautifully depict the rich tapestry of African culture and history.

As we explore this colorful marketplace together, you'll have the unique opportunity to interact with the artists, observe their skilled hands at work, and maybe even pick up a new art technique or two! Prepare yourself for a wonderful adventure filled with laughter, cultural exploration, and the chance to bring home delightful souvenirs that will forever remind you of our memorable visit to the Mwenge Carvers Market. Let's create unforgettable art-filled memories together in this magical place!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Mlimani city University of, Dar es Salaam 0000, Tanzania

No worries, I'll race you there and snap a quick selfie just to make sure you can't miss me!

Free entry

Marvel at Awesome African Art

Watch as talented artists craft traditional African sculptures and crafts right before your eyes. It's like magic!

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Meet the Artists

Chat with over 200 amazing artists, see how they create their art, and maybe even learn a trick or two. They're like real-life magician creators!

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Colorful Carvings and Paintings

Check out the cool and colorful carvings and paintings that tell exciting stories about African culture. Each piece is a treasure trove of tales!

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).