1-Day Mirerani Tanzanite Mining Experience

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07:30 – Departure from Arusha

Private vehicle pickup from your lodge or hotel.
En-route briefing about Tanzanite formation and mining history.

09:00 – Arrival & Safety Briefing in Mirerani

Security clearance and registration at the mining zone.
Distribution of safety gear: helmet, boots, reflective vest.

Briefing by licensed mining supervisor.

10:00 – Underground Mine Descent

Guided descent into a licensed mining shaft (controlled depth).

Experience includes:

• Viewing extraction tunnels

• Identifying Tanzanite veins in host rock

• Learning about small-scale and block mining systems

This is a real working environment — safe, supervised, and authentic.

11:30 – Founder Story Session

• Surface refreshments and personal insight session.

  Guests hear how the CEO of Amani Expeditions worked in Mirerani’s mining sector before building the safari company — shaping his commitment to integrity, transparency, and community impact.

12:30 – Local Lunch

Curated Tanzanian lunch in Mirerani or en route to Arusha.

14:30 – Gem Cutting & Grading Session (Arusha)

Visit certified gemstone professionals to learn:

• Understanding grading categories (A, AA, AAA)

• Cutting & polishing

• Certification standards

• Market valuation principles

Optional purchasing opportunity.

17:00 – Return to Lodge

Drop-off at hotel in Arusha.

Package Includes:-

• Private 4x4 vehicle

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Licensed underground permit

• Safety equipment

• Local lunch

• Gem grading session

• Bottled water

• Government access fees

Package Excludes:-

• Personal gemstone purchases

• Tips (optional)

• Travel insurance