Arusha
The safari capital of Tanzania beneath Mount Meru.
Overview
Arusha is the springboard for Tanzania's northern safari circuit — a relaxed city of coffee plantations, craft markets and the excellent Cultural Heritage Centre, with Mount Meru as its backdrop.
Why visit Arusha
All great Tanzanian journeys begin here: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Kilimanjaro are within reach.
Highlights
- Gateway to the northern safari circuit
- Coffee-estate tours
- Maasai & Meru craft markets
Getting there
Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport, then 45–60 minutes by road.
Travel tips
- Pack a warm layer — Arusha sits at 1,400 m.
Location
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