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Free tour

Artful Escape: A Journey into African Crafts

4.67
Acceptable(6)
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages: English
Guru: Yoshua
Registered on 19 July 2021
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I’m Kelvin 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 reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Where creativity flows from the mind to the hands, 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. I usually go there often since I'm a fan of cultural arts. I love the variety of crafting; it's a beautiful place to study and observe African culture, specifically Tanzanians.

The Market is like a treasure chest of culture and arts! If you're looking for wood crafts, paintings, African vitenge, vikoi, designed African tops, earrings, bangles, wall art, and traditional self-made art, this is the place to be!  

The vendors are super friendly and always ready to help you find the coolest stuff. And remember, saying "Mambo" and "Asante" will totally earn you some smiles! 


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Mwenge, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
No worries, I'll race you there and snap a quick selfie just to make sure you can't miss me!
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Free entry
Mwenge Woodcarvers Market
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Free entry
Meet the artists
3
Free entry
See unique arts
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not 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).

Tour reviews

4.67
Acceptable(6)
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Professionalism
4.33
Fun
4.33
Communication
4.33
Quality
4.50
Route
4.83

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
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