
Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students worth booking?
Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students is a 2.5-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $35 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $35 per person
Welcome - we'd love for you to join us and learn to create beautiful metal or beaded jewelry at our vocational studio in the Meru region! In just a few hours, you'll learn how to create beautiful pieces of jewelry in traditional styles, and you'll have something precious to take home and remember your visit by. You'll learn about TST's work empowering the local community, including our vocational program supporting impoverished young adults and helping them to start sustainable businesses. Throughout the day, I will also teach you about the Meru tribal culture and history. The small donation that we ask for goes 100% directly to our children, families, and programs. From your donation, $10 can pay for art supplies for a class at the daycare. $25 can feed one of our children for two weeks. $75 helps a family start a business. $200 covers all of the living costs for a child for a month in residential care. This is a unique opportunity to help vulnerable children in our community!
What you get
About this experience
Welcome - we'd love for you to join us and learn to create beautiful metal or beaded jewelry at our vocational studio in the Meru region! In just a few hours, you'll learn how to create beautiful pieces of jewelry in traditional styles, and you'll have something precious to take home and remember your visit by. You'll learn about TST's work empowering the local community, including our vocational program supporting impoverished young adults and helping them to start sustainable businesses. Throughout the day, I will also teach you about the Meru tribal culture and history. The small donation that we ask for goes 100% directly to our children, families, and programs. From your donation, $10 can pay for art supplies for a class at the daycare. $25 can feed one of our children for two weeks. $75 helps a family start a business. $200 covers all of the living costs for a child for a month in residential care. This is a unique opportunity to help vulnerable children in our community!
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Lunch
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Arusha
From the Arusha-Moshi highway, you will turn up a paved road at Kilala - look for signs for Two Mountain Lodge and Kahawa. Go to the end of the paved road, then turn right at Nkoaranga Hospital. Continue about 50m until you see a sign for The Small Things Pickup Point, and park there.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
From the Arusha-Moshi highway, you will turn up a paved road at Kilala - look for signs for Two Mountain Lodge and Kahawa. Go to the end of the paved road, then turn right at Nkoaranga Hospital. Continue about 50m until you see a sign for The Small Things Pickup Point, and park there.
Options you can book
Jewelry class with lunch
Duration: 1 hour Traditional Tanzanian lunch
Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Small Things
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Absolutely amazing!
The Workshop was the best! I have joined three times now and it has always been amazing. The teachers are super kind and help you make whatever jewellery you like. The whole project is so great and sustainable and honestly everybody should visit the office of ,,The Small Things". All the staff members have such passion for their work and it benefits the whole community! I'll definitely come back!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words and for joining us again and again! We’re thrilled you enjoy the workshops and our mission. Can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
via Tripadvisor
Educational and Fun
I am skilled at jewelry making so was surprised to learn a new way of making a tied bracelet. A novice will enjoy making their own piece easily, or you can choose something more challenging, as was my case. With skill and a bit of humor the crafters guided me in creating a personalized work of art, one I wear with pride! Additionally, there were a variety of beautiful pieces to purchase which helps keep the program sustainable.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.
How much does Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students cost?
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Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.
Is Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arusha?
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On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market, 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai, Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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Included: Bottled water; and Tea and coffee. Not included: Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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From the Arusha-Moshi highway, you will turn up a paved road at Kilala - look for signs for Two Mountain Lodge and Kahawa. Go to the end of the paved road, then turn right at Nkoaranga Hospital. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What booking options are available for Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Jewelry class with lunch, Craft Beautiful Beaded & Metal Jewelry with Vocational Students. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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