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Aerial view of Arusha City in front of Mount Meru, Tanzania

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The safari capital of East Africa

Gateway to a game-rich country

Arguably the safari capital of East Africa, Arusha is a bustling city in northern Tanzania and the main hub for those who are going to be embarking on a safari in this extensively game rich country.

Located right on the cusp of some of Africa’s most famous national parks, like Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara National Park; and in the shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru; the thriving multicultural African city draws in thousands of tourists every year. Kilimanjaro International Airport is your introduction to the country and serves as a hub for charter flights to safari destinations in the region. Arusha Airport is a smaller domestic airport that allows for a more efficient transfer of travellers to their safari destinations.

Spending a little time in the city can offer you quite an interesting insight into how Africa has changed in recent years. If you find yourself with a few hours to kill before or after your safari, you could visit the Museum of Natural History which offers insight into the country’s history, geography, flora and fauna and can be quite an interesting experience. The Cultural Centre has a variety of typically traditional carvings, gemstones and artefacts that help to summarise the past and present lives of over 120 Tanzanian tribes and is paired well the Maasai Market where you can get some wonderful souvenirs.

The region has been home to the Arusha Chini Maasai people since around the 1830s. An agricultural community, they traded their grains, beer and honey with other nearby Maasai groups who in turn provided them with livestock, milk and skins. It was under German control from the 1890s, with the British taking over from 1916 during World War I. Not long after American missionaries and Greek settlers arrived. This changing of influence is evident in the city’s architecture – from colonial buildings to more modern buildings inspired by African aesthetics post-independence, and contemporary skyscrapers.

  • Pile of green African bananas stacking on bicycle at fresh market in Mto wa Mbu village, Arusha Region, Tanzania. Environmental-friendly way to transport bananas.
  • Aerial Drone Shot. Traditional Masai village at Sunset time near Arusha, Tanzania.
  • Aerial view of Arusha City in front of Mount Meru, Tanzania
  • Maasai rungu (club) decorated with beads and sold as a souvenir at a local Maasai Market. Close up.
  • Arusha,Tanzania, Africa.02 february 2022. African masks, beaded bracelets, necklaces, Tanzanian national clothes, bags woven from natural material displayed and ready for sale. Calendars and tourism

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Arusha specialists

Soak up the views of Mount Meru

Go on a scenic tour for views of Mount Meru and Lake Natron

Hike the slopes above the city

Head out on foot to explore hiking trails on the nearby slopes

Browse the Museum of Natural History

Spend time wandering through the fascinating Museum of Natural History

Tour a coffee plantation

Take a tour of a coffee plantation at Arusha Coffee Lodge

A word from one of our experts

The point of entry for most trips to Tanzania, Arusha has a few interesting places to visit if you find yourself here before or after your safari for a short while. Visit the museum for a fascinating look at how the region has changed over the years and pop in at the cultural centre to have a look at traditional artefacts.

Emily Wallington Senior Travel Designer

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When to visit

Tanzania is an amazing destination to visit all year round, but if you’re after the Great Migration, visit between June and July. The iconic river crossings take place from August to October and calves are born at the start of the year, with up to 8000 born daily during February.

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