Tanzania: Mererani Mine and Tanzanite Tour from Arusha/Moshi
ID: GYG894123-1403630
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the allure of the Tanzanian Ruby and Tanzanite on a tour to the Mererani Mines from Arusha/Moshi. Explore the machinery and spend time with the miners on site.
Explore the Mererani mines on a full-day tour from Arusha or Moshi. See how Tanzanite is mined by both local miners and large operators, and discover the allure of the Tanzanian Ruby as well.
After an early pick up in Arusha or Moshi, travel about 60 kilometers to the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, just south of the Kilimanjaro International Airport all the way to the Mererani area. This is the prime location where the Tanzanite mineral was discovered and the only place where you can find it in the whole wide world.
This precious stone is found about 1000 meters deep underground, on a volcanic igneous rock. Descend down the mine to explore how the mining process takes place, as you explore the machinery and spend time with the miners on site.
After your exploration, enjoy a delicious lunch before returning to your accommodation.
Highlights
- Discover the allure of the Tanzanian Ruby as you explore the Mererani Mines
- See how Tanzanite is mined by both local miners and large operators
- Explore the machinery and spend time with the miners on site
- Descend down the mine to explore how the mining process takes place
- Enjoy a day trip from Arusha to the Mererani Mines and Tanzanite area
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When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
