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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Arusha: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Arusha
- The famous Northern Circuit of Tanzania begins at Arusha, serving as the home headquarters for many local safari companies.
- It is also a stunning location in and of itself, making it well worth a night or two at the beginning or conclusion of your holiday to decompress.
- With breathtaking views of Mount Meru, lovely coffee farms to explore, and the Arusha and Mount Meru National Parks nearby, there is plenty to do here to keep you engaged for a few days.
- You will also find your stay to be quite rewarding.
- Even while Arusha and its surroundings offer a wide range of lodging options, we prefer the traditional Arusha Coffee Lodge, which is tucked away on Mount Meru's lower slopes.
- After your overnight flight and connection to Kilimanjaro, you can unwind in the magnificent gardens and this laid-back, calm location while enjoying excellent meals.
- Another great alternative is the Lake Duluti Serena Hotel, which is a little bigger but still provides a tranquil ambience and breathtaking views.
- Although many tourists avoid Arusha, the area has a lot of things to offer.
- You can learn about the cultivation of coffee beans and how they travel from the plantations to your cup by visiting the coffee plantations for which the area is so well-known.
- Before consuming a cup of the most freshly roasted and ground coffee you have ever tasted, you can see the beans being roasted and ground.
- Despite the absence of the predators you will encounter later in your tour, the Arusha National Park is nonetheless stunning with its network of lakes and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped top.
- Do think about stopping in Arusha for a day or two; it will let you unwind after your overnight travel and re-energise you for your active safari journey.
- You might discover a new favourite coffee mix while you're here! Our holiday vibes are good vibes only!
- Capital – Arusha
- International airport - Arusha Airport (ARK)
- Currency- Tanzanian Shillings
- Time – GMT +3
- Driving side- Left side
- Main Electricity- 230 V
- Official Language- Swahili and English
- Religion- Christian
02
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Arusha
- Visit the Arusha National Park and go on a walking safari there.
- Since there are no large cats, there are plenty of opportunities to get up and personal with giraffes, monkeys, and other creatures while exploring the unique landscapes and taking in the views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Visit the Tanzanite Experience to see the beautiful, sparkling stones that can only be found there.
- Canoe cruises strolls, and treks in the Duluti Forest are popular activities at the adjacent Lake Duluti.
- Learn about the life cycle of coffee beans from the plantation to your cup by taking a tour of one of the nearby coffee plantations.
- You can buy locally roasted coffee to bring home with you.
- If you visit the local market to see how the locals create and sell their wares, be prepared for a lot of haggling along the road.
- The town's lovely gardens are home to various birds.
- Giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, blue monkeys, and black-and-white colobus monkeys can be found in the nearby Arusha National Park.
- A popular location for bird watching and picturesque treks or hikes is Lake Duluti, located just outside Arusha town.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Arusha
- The dry season, which lasts from June to October, is the ideal time to visit Arusha National Park.
- Since animals like to congregate around waterholes, it is simpler to notice them when there is little rain, sparse foliage, and fewer mosquitoes.
- The early mornings from June through August are fantastic, so pack warm clothes for the morning game drives when you go.
- The most excellent time to see migratory birds is from November to December and from March to May when the rains modify the environment, and lush green grasses appear.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Arusha
Hot Air Balloon Safaris with the Miracle Experience
- The Miracle Experience is at the top of our list of places to go in Arusha because it provides an alternative view of safaris.
- You can essentially go on a safari from the air, thanks to it.
- With stunning scenery and unrestricted views, a hot air balloon ride above Serengeti National Park will provide you with an unforgettable safari experience.
- You will see a wide variety of wild creatures in their natural habitat, including the majestic wildebeest, lions, and gazelles.
- Hot air balloon excursions fully allow you to fully comprehend the Serengeti's size.
- You have a fantastic opportunity to capture spectacular moments during the balloon safari.
- Miracle Experience is one of the top 10 attractions in Arusha, which is a testimonial to how fantastic the experience is.
Game Viewing in Arusha National Park
- East or west, they say, home is best.
- Arusha National Park is only a few kilometres from the city centre, so there is no need to travel far to locate things to see.
- An whole day can be spent exploring Arusha National Park.
- The Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, Mount Meru, and the verdant highland woods are all included in the park.
- The wildlife viewing in Arusha National Park differs from that in the Serengeti.
- The uncommon colobus monkeys, zebras, giraffes, and bushbucks are just a few common species in the area.
- Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a day excursion from Arusha National Park with high cliffs surrounding a sizable marshy bottom, and offers fantastic vistas of buffalo and warthog herds.
Canoeing on Momella Lakes
- Not much of a tourist attraction, but a great thing to do when in Arusha.
- Visit the Momella Lakes in Arusha National Park and go canoeing there.
- Thousands of pink flamingos and waterfowl reside in the lakes' green or blue colours.
- The canoe trips last around three hours and are best taken in the mornings or the afternoons.
- You can anticipate seeing buffalo, bushbuck, giraffes, hippos, and other waterbirds that live in and around the water on a canoe journey.
Hike Mt. Meru
- A "warm-up" journey for individuals preparing to tackle Mount Kilimanjaro is the Mt. Meru trek.
- It is a fantastic technique to adjust to the altitude before climbing Africa's tallest peak.
- Mt. Meru is also a fun hike, ideal for holidayers who still want to climb mountains but only have a few days left on their itinerary.
- Mt. Meru can be hiked in one day or over three or four days.
- For a peaceful trek, the trails provide breathtaking views of rivers and waterfalls.
Tanzanite Experience Museum
- Without mentioning the museum, this list would be lacking.
- In Arusha, the only thing to be proud of is having the only Tanzanite Museum in the world.
- While in Arusha, you must stop by the Tanzanite Experience Museum to learn more about the priceless and elusive Tanzanite stone, which has its sole known source in Tanzania, especially in Arusha.
- You may learn how tanzanite was discovered, given a name, mined, cut, polished, and graded through our interactive tours and visual presentations, which include a recreation of a Tanzanite mine shaft.
- Museum has a shop attached to it and is situated in the heart of Arusha.
- The Tanzanite Museum sells magnificent Tanzanite jewellery as well as a variety of loose stones.
- You can go to add store locations as well.
05
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Arusha Off the Beaten Track
Lake Duluti
- A crater lake called Lake Duluti is 14 kilometres outside the city of Arusha, close to the settlement of Tengeru.
- Water for the lake, encircled by the Duluti Forestry Reserve, is provided year-round primarily by groundwater and seasonal rains.
- The 63-hectare Lake Duluti is surrounded by deep vegetation, with crater walls reaching 200 metres high.
- For hunting and nesting, reptiles find the forest the ideal habitat.
- The Monitor lizard and the green mamba are common reptiles in the area of Lake Duluti.
- Grey herons, fish eagles, cormorants, ospreys, egrets, and kingfishers, among other waterfowl, can all thrive in the lake's ideal habitat.
National Natural History Museum: Old Boma Museum
- A crater lake called Lake Duluti is 14 kilometres outside the city of Arusha, close to the settlement of Tengeru.
- Water for the lake, encircled by the Duluti Forestry Reserve, is provided year-round primarily by groundwater and seasonal rains.
- The 63-hectare Lake Duluti is surrounded by deep vegetation, with crater walls reaching 200 metres high.
- For hunting and nesting, reptiles find the forest the ideal habitat.
- The Monitor lizard and the green mamba are common reptiles in the area of Lake Duluti. Grey herons, fish eagles, cormorants, ospreys, egrets, and kingfishers, among other waterfowl, can all thrive in the lake's ideal habitat.
The Cultural Heritage Centre
- The Cultural Heritage Center can be found outside of Arusha.
- The building houses a jewellery store, a curio shop, and a commercial art gallery.
- Depending on your budget, you can buy ornaments, jewellery, antiques, and regional crafts at the cultural heritage centre.
- The arts and crafts illustrate the recent and historical tales of Tanzania's tribes.
- The centre's restaurant serves up wholesome meals as well.
- The restaurant offers various meals, including African cuisine, as a buffet or a la carte.
Shanga
- The Swahili term for the bead is shanga (s).
- It all began with a few locally made fabric and bead necklaces for an Arusha Christmas bazaar that quickly sold out.
- Shanga, which employs more than 60 people with impairments, was developed in response to the need for disabled people to earn additional revenue.
- Utilising recycled and sustainable materials whenever possible, they create artistic products like weaving, glass blowing, beading, papermaking, and metalwork.
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge's grounds contain Shanga.
- When you go to Shanga, you can purchase a piece of these incredible crafts while also helping to further the empowerment of individuals with disabilities.
Meserani Snake Park
- Meserani Snake Park is a must-see if you're seeking a thrilling adventure.
- The park, 25 kilometres outside Arusha town, provides guided tours on some of the most hazardous snakes in the world and, if you're feeling courageous, the chance to take a photo with a live snake.
- You might witness snakes like the Black and Green Mamba, Egyptian Cobra, Puff Adders, and many others.
- Get a chance to hold a young crocodile while watching the 3+ metre crocodiles feed.
- In addition to seeing snakes, you may also take a tour of the Maasai Cultural Museum and go on a camelback safari to a nearby community.
- Additionally, the park operates a free medical clinic for the benefit of the neighbourhood and a free educational centre where Maasai residents can learn to read and write and use other educational possibilities.
- After all the excitement, a barbecue lunch at the fully functional and stocked bar is the ideal way to end your trip.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Arusha Culture and Traditions
- This fantastic excursion will allow you to see the Mulala and Nkoranga villages, which are situated on Mount Meru's slopes, Tanzania's second-highest mountain.
- The cultural villages are close to Arusha National Park, and the drive from Arusha Town is between 45 and 1 hour.
- A local guide familiar with the villages' routes will accompany you on the cultural tour, allowing you to interact with the Meru people and learn about their way of life.
- You will also visit their homes and farms where they grow rare cattle, bananas, coffee, beans, and other crops.
- You will also walk through a coffee plantation where you will learn about the various stages of coffee growing, including how coffee beans are peaked, roasted, grounded, and packed, and visit a bee farm.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Arusha: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Arusha cuisine
#Food
- The local Greek family who owns George's Tavern, a personal favourite of the Shadows of Africa crew, provides fabulous European cuisine and excellent service. At George's, lunches and dinners may feel like one giant family gathering, and the drinks aren't half bad, either! On their way to a late flight out of Kilimanjaro, many Shadows of Africa clients stop at George's Tavern.
- Le Patio serves up a good selection of international cuisine, including burgers, fish & chips, pasta, and pizzas, and is one of Arusha's favourite locations to dance. It also has fairy lights strung from the trees and a blazing campfire. Le Patio is one of the city's trendiest nightclubs if you feel like going out on the town.
- You're going to adore this location whether you're there for Thursday's cocktail night or craving some delectable Mediterranean food. They serve wood-fired pizzas in addition to kebabs and other Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food. The popular TGT complex is home to Fig & Olive, another well-liked local hangout where ex-pats may work out, play rugby, or swim laps.
- Chinese Whispers is a European interpretation of traditional Chinese food and is the top-rated restaurant in Arusha. This is the place to go if you want steak with black beans or Mongolian lamb. If you're seeking more authentic Chinese food, try the much more understated: Chinese Dragon is a company run and owned by Chinese people.
- The best-known of several rustic roadside barbecues in the market area of Arusha, this Arusha institution is an auto-spares shop by day (look for the Zubeda Auto Spares sign). It spreads out a hefty spread of lettuce and skewers, grilled meat. This is an excellent starting point if you want to explore Arusha like a local.
Climbing mount Meru
#Fun
- At the foot of Mount Meru is Arusha.
- The pinnacle of this mountain is minor than Mount Kilimanjaro, and the climb usually takes 3 to 4 days.
- The hike is still pleasant and comparable challenging, though.
- While you can hike the mountain any time of year, it's preferable to avoid the rainy season to enjoy the hike and the beauty.
- On clear days, you can see Mount Kilimanjaro, which is close to Moshi town and is located around 50 miles distant.
- At Momella Lakes can view herds of buffalo, warthogs, zebras, elephants, hippos, and other creatures as you ascend.
- A few details regarding the mountain are as follows:
- With 4,566 metres, it ranks as Tanzania's second-tallest mountain.
- Even on the first day of the journey to Mount Meru, there are several wildlife sightings.
- In preparation for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, it may be an excellent acclimatisation climb.
- The Momela path can be used to ascend and descend in three days.
- There are cottages on Mount Meru with dormitory-style lodging.
Book a northern circuit Tanzania safari tour
#Fun
- It's time to go on a Northern Circuit Tanzania safari if you haven't already!
- If you choose to embark on a trip of the Northern Circuit, you'll never run out of amazing things to see and do, whether it's the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, Lake Manyara, or Tarangire.
- Along with tours to Lake Natron, Easy Travel provides excursions to these locations.
- You are welcome to join our group trips if you are travelling alone!
Ol Doinyo Lengai
#Fun
- This magnificent volcano is situated south of Lake Natron in a remote area of Tanzania close to the Gregory Rift.
- The Maasai refer to it as the "Mountain of God," and its magnificent lava streams harden midair—a true geological anomaly.
- Each year, thrill-seeking climbers are drawn to Ol Doinyo Lengai's slopes by the exploding hornitos—the delicate rock formations surrounding active volcano vents.
- Additionally, it is the only known volcano capable of erupting carbonatite, a low-temperature lava that looks like oil and cools to a whitish powder.
- For many reasons, not the least of which is the odd way it erupts, tourists place this magnificent volcano at the top of their bucket lists.
- Ol Doinyo Lengai is a beautiful area for trekking and climbing, and the textured slopes appear otherworldly due to the unique lava.
Olduvai Gorge
#Fun
- Tanzania's Olduvai Gorge is renowned for its natural beauty and the proof it has provided concerning human evolution.
- It is also a well-liked tourist destination.
- The gorge, also known as Oldupai, has had this name officially since 2005.
- Mary and Louis Leakey found evidence of some of the earliest known human species here, and excavations are still ongoing.
- In actuality, one of the Leakey sons, in 1960, discovered a piece of the first human species' fossilised remains in Olduvai Gorge.
- Some people refer to Olduvai Gorge as the "cradle of humankind" since there is evidence that the human species lived there around 1.9 million years ago.
Marangu
#Fun
- On the eastern side of this famous mountain, in Marangu, eager hikers starting the less challenging route up Mount Kilimanjaro will likely arrive.
- Its immediate surroundings are home to verdant forests, breathtaking waterfalls, well-travelled walking pathways, and peaceful local farms that provide a glimpse of life in the Tanzanian hillside.
- In addition to some fantastic scenery, visitors to Marangu will probably get a close-up look at the local mountain culture.
- However, travellers agree that with thousands of visitors passing through this remote location each year, the impact of tourism is increasingly apparent—especially in the rising local prices.
- However, the town's magnificent beauty and closeness to Africa's highest peak make it an excellent stopping point for tourists who want to climb Mount Kilimanjaro or explore rural Tanzania's natural beauties.
Mshiri Village
#Fun
- Visitors to Mshiri Village can meet with the Chagga people and learn about their cultures and traditions.
- Visitors can connect with the locals of this rural Tanzanian retreat while exploring the fertile fields of these traditional farmers and tasting regional cuisine prepared over a fire.
- Marangu Mtoni's ancient thatched cottages provide visitors with a glimpse into a long-gone way of life that inhabitants worry future generations may never see.
- Visitors can interact with young artisans studying the traditional craft of woodworking through an inventive new community-based income-generating scheme by visiting the adjacent Mshiri Vocational Training School.
- The Village Crafts Shop and Café sells handmade goods made by Vocational School students, making them the ideal souvenir for friends and family back home.
Go shopping at the Arusha Central Market
#Fashon
- Going to a new community's main commercial area is the best method to learn about its culture.
- The principal market in Arusha (Kilombero Market) rewards visitors by bringing them closer to the locals.
- Everyone goes there to purchase necessities for the home, one of the Activities in Arusha.
- The market is crowded, and most shops are constructed close to one another.
- Shops selling native fabrics, spices, traditional medicines, wood carvings, handicrafts, artwork, jewellery, fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, and other foods are expected.
- Goats, sheep, and cows are exchanged in a sizable area of the central market in Arusha.
- If you purchase anything from the market, be prepared to haggle.
- Be careful not to bring valuables with you when you go shopping.
- If you must bring them, ensure they can be securely fastened to your belt so pickpockets cannot take them.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Arusha: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- One of Tanzania's most accessible parks, Arusha National Park, is only a short drive between Arusha and Moshi.
- It's a beautiful place for a day trip and an excellent place to start or conclude any journey to Tanzania.
- There are many different types of landscapes in Arusha National Park, from immense savannahs and rainforests to acacia woodlands and even alpine vegetation on Mount Meru's highest peaks.
- Arusha National Park is the largest giraffe population in the world and boasts remarkable wildlife concentrations for its size of little over 200 square miles.
- In addition to the numerous zebra, hippos, elephants, and cape buffalo that may be seen here, game drives occasionally offer views of lions and leopards.
- Game drives, canoeing, climbing Mount Meru, and walking safaris are a few great activities you can do at Arusha National Park.
- One of the few national parks in Tanzania that allows walking safaris is this one.
- In the past year, national park authorities have permitted walking safaris in other parks on the northern safari circuit, including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and some fringe concessions on the edge of the Serengeti National Park, as they are a fantastic alternative to the traditional safari experience.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Arusha Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- At the Arusha Africa Film Festival, we may learn about Africa through movies. Several screenings, projections on the street, workshops, and a chance to network. This year, a total of 26 African films, as well as a few European ones, were chosen.
- Fashion, live performances, and markets are all part of the Jambo festival, an arts and culture celebration in Arusha. On Saturday, October 5, there will also be a street carnival to raise awareness about wildlife poaching. The Jambo festival is shifting to a new venue this year in the Nanenane grounds in Njiro outside the town centre, sponsored by the French embassy and Peroni Italy. The festival, now in its third year, hopes to rank alongside Zanzibar's international film (ZIFF) and music (Sauti Za Busara) festivals as one of the top events in the nation.
- The Arusha African Film Festival (AAFF), currently in its third year, featured more than 70 films. The festival, which includes shorts, documentaries, and a few feature films, continues to emphasise films for young audiences. Around 20 countries in Africa and Europe, as well as Argentina, Australia, and Brazil, have contributed work this year. Tigo, a mobile phone provider in Tanzania, is financing both the festival and a movie that will star local actors and be shot on location in Arusha. Among the visitors is likely to be the director of the more well-known Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF).
- Jambo Arts and Culture Festival The first weekend of October is dedicated to this local and international music, art, fashion, and cuisine event. The festival's highlight is the Saturday Street carnival, which features brass bands, street performers, and circus acts.
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