Destination guide
Arusha
Tanzania's safari capital under the shadow of Mount Meru
Things to do
Activities in Arusha
Northern circuit safari
Depart Arusha for the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara, the classic Tanzanian safari route.
Tourist Attraction
Climb Mount Meru
Tackle the three-to-four-day trek up Tanzania's second peak, rich in wildlife and superb acclimatisation for Kilimanjaro.
Restaurant
Canoeing on Momella or Duluti
Paddle the still crater and rift lakes among hippos, waterbirds and, seasonally, flamingos.
Coffee Shop
Coffee plantation tour
Walk the estates on the fertile Meru slopes to see how Tanzanian arabica is grown, picked and roasted.
Tourist Attraction
Cultural tourism visits
Spend time with Maasai, Arusha and Meru communities on village walks and homestead visits around the region.
Jewelry Store
Tanzanite shopping and tour
Learn about the rare blue gem at galleries and workshops and buy certified stones close to their only source.
Restaurant
Waterfall and village hikes
Trek to Napuru or Materuni waterfalls through banana and coffee farms on the mountain foothills.