Location: Arusha
Top Things to do in Arusha
10 Tours in Arusha That You Shouldn't Miss
Arusha is a city in northern Tanzania and the capital of the Arusha Region, with a population of 416,442 plus 323,198 in the surrounding Arusha District (2012 census). Located below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Arusha has a temperate climate. The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park on Mount Meru.
Restaurants in Arusha
1. 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara with Africa Natural Tours Ltd
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
We have a good offer for safaris We provide good service about safaris Professional English speaking safari guide & cook Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with pop up roof
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with pop up roof, Camping & park fees, Tent & mattress,
Exclusions: Tips for safari guide & chef, Personal items, • Flights • Travel insurance • Visa and passport fees • Increases in park fees where applicable
Reviewed By 493neykal
I just came back from an espectacular vacation in Tanzania. It was amazing 5 days, I had the opportunity to visit many places such as Kilimanjaro, Lake Chala and Tarangire National Park. I have to thank all the drivers, guides and Godfrey that were with me in those days. All of you went beyond my expectations. Excellent job!
2. Kilimanjaro Airport Transfer
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Our airport vehicles its comfortable, air conditions Also we offering mineral water and soda after arrive
Inclusions: Bottled water, Soda/Pop
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Reviewed By irenetG2733OK
Before safari we did trek for 4 days with our guide Maziku the young hero, Maziku from Rupia was young man but very professional and educated he know well the mountain and many specias of birds and plants, his English was slow but well understandable, the route was bit steap and summit day was bit challenge, we started midnight and reach on the top early morning around 6am, the peak was good no cloud on our day we viewed well Arusha town from the top, we thanks Rupia Adventure for this amazing trip and Maziku with his team
3. Meru Water falls Day trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
No visit to Arusha is complete without a Mt. Meru waterfall hike! During this full day excursion, your guide will lead you through a number of small agricultural villages with lush landscapes, where the locals sell a variety of goods such as coffee, maize, bananas and other types of fruits and vegetables. Upon arrival at the park* where the famous Mt. Meru waterfall in Arusha, Tanzania is located, an armed guard will escort you and your guide to see this incredible natural wonder. Enjoy the cool waterfall mist and relax in a beautifully shaded area while taking in the sites. Be sure to bring your camera to take some breathtaking photos!.
Inclusions: All Transportation , All Taxes/VAT
Exclusions: Tips for the Guide/Driver and Safari cook , Visas , international flights
Reviewed By Lander_nick
Tarangire and Ngorongoro are both worth seeing. I preferred the animal spotting in Tarangire but the Ngorongoro crater is stunning, a must see. The trip was well organized and i would recommend booking the safari with Mohammed. Everything was as described in the safari details i had read before booking and Mohammed is a really friendly guy. I also want to thank Assad, who works with Mohammed, for helping me out in and around Arusha before and after Safari. A great experience, thanks guys.
4. 2 Days Joined Group Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Joining group safari is a tour which you will be grouped with your fellow travellers, We operate a join group safaris for a more sociable Africa experience. In our join group safari we use vehicles with a maximum of 6 clients, all guaranteed a window seat and standing space through the roof hatch when game sighting.The two days join group safari takes you to Tarangire home of elephants and Ngorongoro Crater home of big 5 and other wildlife viewing yearly around but also explore the Maasai and Barabaig culture and villages.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 3x Breakfast, 3x Lunch, 3x Dinner, Accommodation is included for 3 nights, All Fees and Taxes, Free Day tour on Request, Airport pickup and Drop-off, Other dietary requirements on request, Sleeping bag, A professional driver/guide who speaks English, Spain or French, Drinking water and Wine, Bath towels, Entry/Admission - Arusha Village Experience, Entry/Admission - Tarangire National Park, Entry/Admission - Ngorongoro Crater
Exclusions: All things of personal nature, Travel insurance, International flights, Tips and gratitude for driver Guide and safari cook, Visas
Reviewed By 818doral
We came all way from Europe. We landed around 3am but Bernard advised us to relax and he would offered us a free accomodation and even take us to a day trip. He precisely did that ! We further took a safari to 4 great National Park in Northern Circuit. We saw alot of animals enjoying the nature rather than we used to Zoo even luckily to spot a lion killing a wildebeest in Serengeti. Our guide was pretty super. Much thanks to Bernard, Simba( our guide ) for taking good care of us.
5. Coffee tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
You will experience the local process of planting. and making coffee using local machine and also getting chance of planting and testing your own cup of coffee that you have prepared.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Private transportation
6. Kilimanjaro in 1 day
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
This package lets you explore Moshi town, all the way to the entrance and exit gates of Kilimanjaro. Experience organic coffee production and see the whole process, right from the farm all the way to your cup as you engage in local tribal dances and art scenes. Visit the ancient and spectacular underground Chagga caves, which have kilometers of intertwined chambers for storing livestock, food with routes to rivers, bedrooms and meeting areas, plus a notable ventilation system. You will also visit a beautiful waterfall and visit Moshi town’s rich history and one of the largest sugarcane farm in east Africa.
Inclusions: Lunch
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Reviewed By 324andreal
Our last minute, 8 night safari at the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater area couldn’t have been better! Brian was attentive from the moment I sent my first email to Staajabu Travel. He was originally scheduled to provide a guide for our full day game drives at the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro crater, as well as providing transport from the Serengeti to the Gibbs Farm, near the Ngorongoro crater. But as flights canceled, Brian made recommendations, and rerouted us to make sure we were able to maximize our time in the parks. When we landed at Kilimanjaro airport we were greeted by Brian and our incredible guide, Freddy. Instead of catching our flight the next day from Arusha to the Serengeti, as it canceled at the last minute, we decided to drive. 7 hours one way, breaking it up with an overnight in Karutu. It was an excellent way to get a jump start on our trip, see the beautiful country and avoid any other potential travel disruptions. We spent six full days on safari with our guide Freddy and we learned so much! He was an absolute joy! Brian handled every curve ball that was thrown at us, and even coordinated the Covid test that was required for our return trip through Kenya. We enjoyed our stay at the Four Seasons and Gibbs Farm and would highly recommend working with Staajabu travel for all of your Tanzania travel needs!
7. 4-Day Safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro from Arusha - Join a group
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
A 4-day safari classic, covering the 3 most famous and exquisite parks of Tanzania: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This social trip is ideal for travelers on a budget that want to share the cost of safari. On this trip you can spot lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, wildebeest, impalas, bird species, hippos, crocodiles, ostriches, tortoises, monkeys, warthogs and many other lovely creatures. This includes Serengeti’s endless plains in all their wild glory (famous for the big cats), Majestic elephant herds and a beaming baobab landscape in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation area with its magnificent views. We will drop you off at your chosen location in the end of the safari.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Game Drives in 4WD Vehicle with pop-up roof, All Fees and Taxes, Tent, mattress and sleeping bag for budget version, Guaranteed Window Seat, 1.5 liter of bottled drinking water per person per day, Professional & Knowledgeable English-speaking guide, Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation in Arusha, Accommodation (Deluxe, Comfort or Budget)
Exclusions: Tips (highly recommended), Items of Personal Use (e.g. drinks other than water; alcoholic beverages), Flights, Visa, Accommodation on the nights before/after safari
Reviewed By aviramb_13
The safari was amazing and Victor’s services wam excellent. Thank you victor you were amazing ! Hope to see you again
8. Private Traditional Pottery Class near Arusha
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
You'll get an authentic view of Tanzania by visiting a group of local potters who create beautiful and functional pieces out of locally mined clay. They'll teach you to prepare, turn, trim, and fire your own pieces, using local tools. At the end of the day, you'll take your completed pot away as a memento of your day. You'll also learn about the work of The Small Things, supporting families and caring for children in crisis.
Inclusions: Bottled water, All tools, equipment and materials
Exclusions: Lunch can be provided for an extra $10 USD at The Small Things' site, Pickup from local hotels or Arusha
Reviewed By andrearodicaa
I had a great day with Reuben at the local market, waterfalls, and at "The Small Things" office in Usa River region. It was a great way of combining support for local communities and tourism. The market is absolutely a must, and in my opinion best to go with a local, not because it is not safe, but because you can be offered everything at every corner so it could be a bit overwhelming without a local speaking swahili. This was one of the best experiences during my holiday and Reuben was great because he really knew where to find what i wanted, and also at a "local" price. The waterfall tour was also great, we walked through the "banana village" (loads of banana trees) to reach the falls and it was really fantastic and not too hard for those that don't like to walk too much. Everything was great, Reuben was always on time, always responding quickly to my requests on whatsapp, the guides he hired very professional, food served great. overall a fantastic experience (again, don't miss the market, i got a tailor made shirt with african textiles, was amazing to see the tailor in action) After the market we visited The Small Things office and its school/dormitories. It is a great organization with a very unique goal of returning kids to their families, so they see residential care as a temporary solution which i found very interesting. There is a lot more that they do so I encourage you to check on their website or - better - spend a day with Reuben who will explain very well and also engage you in their mission. Thanks a lot to The Small Things and Reuben for the great day and for helping their communities with the revenues from the tours!
9. 4 Days Join Group tour Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
This safari takes you to Tarangire National park for a whole day, almost 2 days in the Serengeti and 1 whole day crater tour in Ngorongoro. The safari takes you around the best places in Tanzania, visiting places. The Ngorongoro Crater which is known also as the Garden of Eden, Serengeti National Park. You will have an evening game drive in central Serengeti where you will be able to see the sunset, and after you will have dinner and overnight in Seronera campsite inside Serengeti Major attraction in Serengeti are endless plain and great Serengeti wildebeest migration which involve 1.5 herbivores and followers, predators use to move from one area to another almost all parts of Serengeti because of drought. Standing proudly in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania is the Ngorongoro Crater. Sunrise and Sunset inside Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater.
Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, Airport/Departure Tax, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional guide, Unlimited mineral water during the entire safari, AMREF Flying doctors emergence rescue, Free WIFI inside safari jeep during entire safari, -free airport transfer , Visit Maasai village
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Flights, Any other things not mentioned above
Reviewed By wisdomn641456
I just returned from a 5 day safari with Meru Slope Tours traveling to Tarangire, Serengeti, and the Ngorogoro crater. What an experience! Communication was excellent, always responded quickly to any questions that I had, and a staff member was waiting on my at the airport. Service was excellent and really exceeded my expectations. My guide, Ashley, could not have been better! His experience and knowledge allowed me to see and witness things that most may not ever get to see. I witnessed drivers from other companies cut others off and get too close to the animals, making them uncomfortable. Fortunately my guide, nor any of the other Meru slope tours drivers, ever tried to get too close or cut anyone off. Serengeti was by far my favorite! But the other places were awesome as well! I did not want to leave! But I hope to return someday soon and will definitely use Meru slope Tours again!
10. Private Tour to Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
This is a day tour designed to make you enjoy and have fun especially if you love water and swimming
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation
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Reviewed By A5393LHandreeas
Safaris represent a very special experience and it was great to feel you can just seat back and let the experts plan the very best for you. Safari Soles were recommended to me by a friend that went on a Safari with them in January, so when I decided to also go on a Safari in April, I got in contact with them. From that first contact communication went very smooth, Bryson was very attentive to my requests and, through his experience, helped to shape the itinerary of the Safari, as to maximize the experience. I received his support when booking the accommodation in Arusha, for the beginning and end of our Safari, after having my sights set on the Rivertrees Country Inn. He helped us obtain the best rates per night, better than what was offered through booking.com and also a lot more flexible. And this flexibility really came in handy after having our arrival flight to Kilimanjaro airport delayed and couldn't leave towards Ngorongoro National Park, the same day, as planned, since our accommodation was inside the park, and we weren't able to reach it before the closign of the park gates. So, on a very short notice, Bryson saved the day :) - we went directly to the Rivertrees Country Inn and started the Safari the next day. He could arrange so that we could go first to Serengeti and then to Ngorongoro, and changed the accommodation date for Ngorongoro. I don't know what we would have done, if we were to have booked the accommodation by ourselves. Also, I need to say that Safari Soles's prices are really good compared to other Safari companies. I was in contact with other Safari companies as well, but their prices were significantly higher. Bryson even helped us do a balloon Safari in Serengeti, after deciding to go for this experience from one day to another. Our guide and driver, David Simba, was very knowledgeable and we could find out a lot of interesting infos about the wildlife; also, he's a nice guy to be around, we felt safe with him and he organized the best lunches for us in the park. So Safari Soles is a great team, you really feel you receive support from them when needed, and they go that extra mile to make sure the experience is one of a kind. Definitely recommend them!
