Things to do in Tanzania, Tanzania: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

Combining an uplifting local community project with unique artistic activities and an opportunity to purchase handmade gifts, Shanga has been a favourite Arusha destination since 2007. Shanga is all about the workshop where over 50 disabled Tanzanians recycle glass, paper and aluminium into high quality jewellery, glassware and homewares which are sold in the Shanga Shop. Meet our inspiring people and participate in a workshop activity or sign-language lesson, and take home a unique and hand-made local gift or keepsake. Close to Arusha Airport and on the road leading to the National Parks.

We are one of the top Gemstone Dealers and Jewelers in Tanzania. In our showroom visitors will find Top Quality Tanzanites and Tanzanite set jewelry at most competitive prices. Other attractions for visitors who come are the gem museum, gem lapidary and jewelry manufacturing facility. We are 6 branches in Dar es Salaam - The Tanzanite Dream Upanga. - The Tanzanite Dream, Kaunda Avenue, Oysterbay. - The Tanzanite Dream, Greatwall Hotel, Oysterbay. - Africa Gems, Slipway, Masaki. - Paragon Gems, Village Walk, Sea Cliff, Masaki. - Sino Gems and Jewels, Serena Hotel, City Centre.

Fahari is a Social Enterprise (NGO) making high quality bags, jewellery and accessories on the island of Zanzibar. All our products are handmade using local materials with expert workmanship - taking inspiration from our cultural melting-pot of African, Arabian & Indian influences borne out of years of trading across the Indian Ocean.By buying from us you will be receiving an exceptional, original product whilst supporting local women build a sustainable future.Zanzibar, the cultural melting-pot of African, Arabian & Indian influences, lies surrounded by white golden sands in the crystal clear waters of the Indian ocean. This remarkable culture now reflects all its fascinating influences with Fahari’s beautiful collection of locally made bags, jewellery and accessories.With the ethical and style conscious in mind, international designer and Fahari founder Julie Lawrence, a highly qualified accessories designer and maker from London with years of experience supplying the worlds’ top designer stores, has trained a team of Zanzibari women, for free, to produce cutting-edge designs demanded by those who insist on the season’s latest looks.Fahari means "to have a sense of pride" in Swahili, the native language of Zanzibar and East Africa; it’s a motto encapsulated by our beautiful products that carry a unique Zanzibari twist.

Surti and Son's has been in Zanzibar now for more then three(3) decades running and serving successfully with its quality service of proving great expertise on leather sandles and other accessories, we take our greatest opportunity to showcase our work and provide our services to as many people as possible, assuring you with the quality. our sandals are made under the best supervision of Mr,Pravin D surti assuring the strenght and comfort of the sandal's This ancient art of making variety out of leather had been started our respectable father Mr.Dayaram Surti and as a family Business has now been run By Mr. Pravin.D Surti very well known for the their great quality and expertise, of their HAND MADE LEATHER SANDALS FOR LADIES AND GENTS. Today being known as SURTI & SONS.....and the only store where you can find the best Quality of hand made leather sandals for both ladies and gents. Your One stop shop for your best leather experience in Zanzibar. Assuring you with satisfaction in quality, you will not regret collecting your zanzibar souvenir of pure leather experience from SURTI & SONS.....the only place to experience pure leather art. DONT MISS YOUR PAIR OF SANDALSSS!!!!!

All real coins cut by hand! The Coins Shop is a very unique place of handcraft,history,art and creativity! A must see in Stone Town,Zanzibar ! If you worry that your bag will be too heavy for the plane,but still want to find great gifts for everyone then this is the place you need! Personalized designs available on a simple request. Your name on a coin of your choice,letters,logos,symbols and more ! From pendants to earrings,bracelets,key chains to puzzles and frameworks. All our coins are carefully designed and cut by hand using a tiny handsaw and a lot of patience! We ship worldwide. Thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon :)

Aromas of Zanzibar is a forward thinking and progressive textile goods company featuring handmade products produced exclusively in Zanzibar. Our timeless products are lovingly crafted to complement and facilitate, as well as enhance, contemporary lifestyles.Custom made clothing,accessories, housewares,personal and travel bags from African material all locally hand crafted on premises with love.

We collaborate with Maasai women to produce and market unique, handmade beaded jewelry using traditional techniques. Visit our workshop to meet the artisans who create your jewelry, then visit our gift shop for a luxury retail experience in a beautiful, one of a kind store in Tanzania. Why not book a Maasai beading class? Beginning with a tour of our workshop where many of our designs are produced, you will be inspired to create your own beautiful piece of jewelry, and memory of Tanzania, to take home with you. The 2 hour class is an immersive cultural experience, allowing you to learn the traditional beading techniques of the Maasai tribe while hearing about Maasai culture. We hope you will be inspired to share about your culture with our beaders, too!

Isle of Jewels (originally called Isle of Gems) specializes in creating hand-made jewelry with East African gemstones; specifically in Tanzanite, Garnets, Spinel, Rubies, Sapphire, and Diamonds. There are 3 challenges we often hear from our customers when purchasing jewelry: 1. They don't know how to determine the quality of the gemstones and at times get cheated 2. Unsure of what to purchase for their spouse or loved ones 3. Unable to find a unique jewelry that is exactly what they want These are the things that Isle of Jewels specialize in helping our customers solve. We focus on helping our customers find a tailored jewelry piece whether already made or custom design. Come into our shop to speak with one of our agents, they will help you determine what would fit your needs. We have three locations in Arusha: 1. Aim Mall in Marengo (Next to Village Market) 2. 2nd Floor Arusha City Complex on Swahili Street 3. African Tulip hotel in Arusha

Paragon is an exclusive jewellery showroom specializing in both local and international gemstones and jewellery, especially Tanzanite. Tanzanite is an exquisite and rare blue-purple gem, mined only in Tanzania at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. We have a stunning showroom and museum where you can learn about Tanzanite and other local gemstones, as well as purchase a beautiful memento.