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Merelani Hills near Arusha · Gemstone & Mineral Hunting

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Merelani Hills near Arusha · Gemstone & Mineral Hunting

Exclusive global source of Tanzanite integrated with Maasai culture. Limited official mine tours are available via TanzaniteOne. The gemstone market thrives in Arusha with certified dealers recommended. Other gems like tsavorite, ruby, and sapphire can also be found. The site is developing organized tours with daily costs around $100-300 and tour costs between $50-200.

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Exclusive global source of Tanzanite integrated with Maasai culture. Limited official mine tours are available via TanzaniteOne. The gemstone market thrives in Arusha with certified dealers recommended. Other gems like tsavorite, ruby, and sapphire can also be found. The site is developing organized tours with daily costs around $100-300 and tour costs between $50-200.

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Best season
None
Difficulty
7
Region
Tanzania, Arusha Region

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