The Art of Beading and Crafting
1 h
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About this activity
Enjoy wifi, unlimited soft drinks, snacks and a complimentary pick up at the Pugu Secondary School Bus Stop. Once you arrive at Karakana for the beading and crafting experience, you will be greeted with a welcome drink and cool cloth to refresh.
You will then meet your host and be guided on the cultural significance of beading in Tanzania. Next, try out the traditional method of beading, while selecting a pattern of beads to take home. Each pattern created has a cultural meaning and your host will walk you through the meaning behind each pattern.
After beading, your host will take you to a display of upcycled materials (such as kitenge fabric and local leather) and you will explore how these materials are transforming the modern arts scene in Tanzania. You will then get a chance to make your own personalized key chain from the recycled materials.
After the class is finished, enjoy either a continental or Swahili meal and explore the curated selection of handicrafts from artisans across Tanzania. You are welcome to relax on the outside baraza (lounge area), or to enjoy a day bed or a drink at the tanga stone bar. Your experience will end with a drop off at the Pugu Secondary School Bus Stop, with a postcard connecting you to the community partners your experience supports.
You will then meet your host and be guided on the cultural significance of beading in Tanzania. Next, try out the traditional method of beading, while selecting a pattern of beads to take home. Each pattern created has a cultural meaning and your host will walk you through the meaning behind each pattern.
After beading, your host will take you to a display of upcycled materials (such as kitenge fabric and local leather) and you will explore how these materials are transforming the modern arts scene in Tanzania. You will then get a chance to make your own personalized key chain from the recycled materials.
After the class is finished, enjoy either a continental or Swahili meal and explore the curated selection of handicrafts from artisans across Tanzania. You are welcome to relax on the outside baraza (lounge area), or to enjoy a day bed or a drink at the tanga stone bar. Your experience will end with a drop off at the Pugu Secondary School Bus Stop, with a postcard connecting you to the community partners your experience supports.
Included
- Unlimited Variety of East African Coffee and Tea Selection + Soft Beverages (Water, Sparking Water, Soda, Local Juice)
- Wifi
- On Site Coordinator
- Locked Area for Luggage
- Printing Service Available
- 20 Minute Calling to US, Canada, UK and China
- Gratuities and Tax
- Child related/care available upon request
- Shower available if interested (located at main house next to Karakana)
- All day snacks
- Donation to Mtoko’s community support programs
- Continental or Swahili Meal
- Pickup and Drop off at Pugu Secondary School Bus Stand
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Handicrafts Purchased
- Alcohol
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- For hotel or airport pick up and drop off, please select one of the Add-On Tour Options
- All transportation includes wifi in the car. Alcohol Includes a Premium Red & White Wine, Local Beers and Premium Vodka, Whiskey and Gin Cocktails
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Cultural
90%
Tourism
75%
Original
15%