The Maasai are an indigenous ethnic group in Africa of semi-nomadic people settled in northern Tanzania. They are among the foremost African tribes and are known internationally due to their distinctive traditions, customs, and dress, and dwell near many of the safari game parks in Arusha.

From masaai dances, dress codes and traditions, this is a great opportunity to learn about the masaai!

The Maasai Market is a haven for lovers of street shopping. Located near the Arusha Clock Tower, visitors are in for a treat with more than 100 stalls that sell everything from local arts, and souvenirs to quirky jewelry. A must-visit, this colorful market is ideal for those who love to bargain.

Tanzanians are masters in handicrafts and art. Don’t miss out on to bargain for a beautiful souvenir!

The markets have an enormous amount of stalls selling all sorts of local arts and crafts, from paintings to jewelry, wood carvings, and clothes. The people are very friendly and it is a great experience, especially since you will be accompanied by your guide who can help you to negotiate and help you to find the best stalls.

Apart from Tanzania's beauty, landscapes, wildlife, and amazing beaches, the country is also well known for coffee production and Arusha has a wide variety of coffee farms, where fresh coffee beans from coffee plantations are extracted for tourists to enjoy the perfect blend of coffee.

What more could a coffee lover ask for than the scent of freshly brewed coffee right from a coffee farm?

If this sounds like something you would enjoy, then you should definitely come to Fruits and Love Volunteering Safaris for Arusha’s Coffee Plantation Safari!