Top Tanzania Classes & Workshops

This small-group class in Arusha will teach you how to cook traditional Tanzanian dishes and learn some Swahili, too, by a group of resilient women in the community. By booking this tour, you will also contribute to supporting Lifted Strong Community Organization (LISCO), which aims to help women facing hardships.

Get more out of your trip to Zanzibar by prebooking this private walking tour that lets you explore the city with a private guide who focuses just on you. This is an ideal pick for first-time visitors who want to get a breakdown of the city, so they can gain a deeper understanding of its culture while finding their footing there, too.

Most visitors to Zanzibar settle for just eating the local cuisine at the archipelago's hotels and restaurants. Go deeper with this market, spice farm and cooking experience that peels back the layers of regional culinary traditions. Learn about locals’ favorite ingredients on a guided visit to Stone Town’s Darajani Market, tour and enjoy tastings at a spice farm, and finish with a cooking class with a local cook, prepping and then savoring some classic Zanzibari dishes.

Experience the process of planting and producing local Tanzanian coffee on this half-day tour in Arusha. Coffee is Tanzania's largest export crop, and the country is known for producing some of the best. You’ll get the chance to plant, harvest, grind, roast, and test your own cup of coffee. Plus, stop at the Kikuletwa Hotsprings and Themi Falls Leisure Park.

Explore the vibrant town of Moshi on this engaging half-day tour that combines cultural insights with an adventurous hike in Moshi town. Immerse yourself in local traditions, visit markets, and experience the welcoming spirit of the community. This tour offers a blend of cultural exploration and outdoor adventure, making it perfect for travelers seeking both relaxation and excitement. - Half-day tour that combines a cultural town visit with some local. - Explore local markets and engage with the Moshi community. - Ideal for those wanting to experience local culture.

Be immersed in Tanzania’s great outdoors on this full-day tour to Materuni and Kikuletwa–ideal for culture vultures and active travelers in the region. Start off on a hike to Materuni Waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing dip. Next, head to a local farm to learn more about Tanzania’s coffee industry before finally unwinding in the Kikuletwa Hot Springs. This comprehensive tour also includes round-trip transportation from your Arusha hotel, plus lunch.

Visitors will gain an authentic experience of Tanzania through this 2-hour pottery class in Tengeru, near Arusha. A group of local potters will teach visitors how to prepare, turn, trim, and fire their own creations, using local tools and locally mined clay. Visitors will also have the opportunity to visit The Small Things, who are working to support families and vulnerable children in the community.

Connect authentically with Arusha's Mammas in our unique beaded jewelry workshops. Hear their stories, craft intricate pieces, and empower local women. Contribute to LISCO's mission, embracing Tanzanian heritage while creating cherished memories. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

Learn to cook traditional Tanzanian cuisine with a view of the amazing Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. This small-group cooking class is perfect for those who want to learn more about Tanzanian culture and the history behind traditional dishes. Get your hands dirty as you follow along with your guide and then enjoy your creations with your group. Round-trip transportation from Moshi is included.

Experience local traditional culture on this exciting day trip. Spend a day interacting with the Chagga; the indigenous population of Machame, as you’re invited to learn about their way of life. Enjoy a banana tour, a visit to Ntondolo Caves, and a hike to the picturesque Nkosalulu Waterfalls. Finish the day with an afternoon coffee, and learn about the process of coffee making in the area.

Most visitors come to Zanzibar for its beautiful beaches, but you shouldn't miss out on experiencing its eclectic cultural heritage. This small-group tour is led by a social enterprise and lets you experience Swahili culture. You'll relax in the healing waters of an ancient sacred cave, watch traditional dancing, join local musicians in a jam session, and enjoy a delicious included lunch of local Swahili food.

Experience a tour of a spice farm in Zanzibar and learn about the origins of spices and their importance in Zanzibar cuisine. Harvest ingredients from the farm and cook a traditional Swahili meal.

Learn about how spices are grown and how to best cook with them with this package, which combines a guided tour through a local spice farm with a cooking class. You'll start with a spice tour, where you'll see, smell, and even harvest ingredients to then use for your meal. You'll then learn how to make a variety of local delights, which you'll get to enjoy with your hosts.

There are many parks to go on safari in Africa, but none quite like Ngorongoro Crater, which combines highlands with the crater space. This Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip from Arusha lets you get the most out of the area with a guide who takes you all around to see the wildlife, including zebras, lions, and wildebeest.

Would you like to experience the local lifestyle in Zanzibar, get closer to the beautiful people of Zanzibar and the delicious exotic Island cuisines? A more meaningful and a non - touristy experience in Zanzibar? Welcome to Mamas of Zanzibar :) - Lets us unlock a side of Zanzibar that travellers don't normally get to experience. A community lifestyle in Zanzibar, that is authentic, hygienic, enjoyable, delicious and fun for all ages! We are a group of passionate Zanzibari women eager to share our daily lifestyle and rich cultural dishes with you! You will learn and taste Zanzibari traditional food, and get a hands-on training from our homes. We are vegetarian friendly and are happy to cater to special dietary requirements. Karibu Kupika - Welcome to Cook! ***Please don't steal Pictures from your Mamas!

Travelers will visit an organic spice farm on this guided activity that allows travelers to experience different spices grown in the Island. Soon as we reach the farm, our guide will start explaining how spices like Cinnamon, Cardamom, Ginger, Vanilla and others are cultivated, harvested and even how they are used in term of medicine or for cooking. Climbing of coconut palm and buying spices from local community spice shop is also part of the tour. Later, travelers will join Local Zanzibari women in the making of Zanzibar local cuisine and they will fully participate in the activity and then have lunch in the farm before making their way home.

Learn about the local spices grown on a spice farm and how they are used in traditional dishes. With hands-on instruction, you'll have the opportunity to cook 4-5 different dishes and enjoy your creations as lunch.

Kilimanjaro is located a short distance from Arusha or Moshi town. This private tour provides a special opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture of Kilimanjaro while visiting Materuni village. Nestled on the slopes of the famous mountain, exploring the village means discovering a world of tradition, history, and cuisine. Enjoy a hike to spectacular local waterfalls before indulging in a traditional lunch including local banana wine.

- Round trip half-day tour from Moshi to Materuni Waterfall and a coffee farm + Scenic hike to the stunning Materuni Waterfall, ideal for nature lovers + Hands-on coffee-making experience with locals from a Chagga village + Includes local guide, entrance fees, and transportation from Moshi

With the help of our guides, you will discover the unique flavours of local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, negotiate prices for exotic ingredients and learn to cook different typical Tanzanian dishes.

Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s biggest intact caldera and home to 30,000 wild animals, including leopard, elephant, lion, and rare black rhinos. Enjoy a small-group 4x4 game drive from Arusha with hotel pickup included. See flamingo-filled lakes and spot animals roaming the plains while learning about Ngorongoro’s wildlife and geology from your driver-guide. A picnic by a hippo pool and entry fees are included.

Learn to cook Zanzibarian fare by signing up for this small-group cooking class. You'll start with a visit to a local market to purchase ingredients, you'll start your lesson, where you'll learn the intricacies of Swahili cooking. After your lesson, you'll get to dine on what you made in class.

Learn about how spices are grown in spice farms. With the close assistance of the local experienced cook, you will learn how these spices are used in traditional dishes. You will have a chance to cook 3 - 5 different traditional dishes and enjoy them as your lunch.