Things to do in Arusha
Things to do in Arusha : Arusha is a town which is found in the northern part of Tanzania and it is a starting point for many safaris in the northern part of the country.
- Visit Arusha national park
When in Arusha and you are in need of a safari experience that is closer to you, you can take a trip to Arusha national park.
There are different attractions in Arusha national park including the Momella lakes, waterfalls, Mount Meru (second highest mountain in Tanzania) and wildlife species can also be seen around the national park. The national park also has different bird species which can be seen during a safari.
During a tour around Arusha national park, you can spot wildlife species such as monkeys, buffalos, zebras among others around the savannah plains. a safari around this national park is a good introduction to the safari experience in Tanzania although there are more destinations to visit around the northern part of Tanzania which are bigger and with more wildlife species such as Serengeti national park, the Ngorongoro crater, Tarangire national park and also Lake Manyara national park.
- Lake Duluti
Another place to visit when in Arusha is Lake Duluti which is a great place for canoeing in Tanzania.
Lake Duluti is a crater lake which is found about 13 kilometres away from Arusha town. Other activities which can be carried out during a tour around Lake Duluti include hiking and also forest walks as well as bird watching.
- Chemka Hot springs
You can also visit Chemka hot springs when on a tour around Arusha. The hot springs are located a short drive from the road between Arusha town and Moshi and they are also referred to as Kikuletwa hot springs.
It is a good spot to relax after a hike on Mount Kilimanjaro or simply taking a day tour around Arusha. These hot springs are naturally heated and you can swim in the water and enjoy being surrounded by nature and the trees around the hot spring.
- Maserani Snake Park
Arusha town also has reptile lovers covered with a visit to Maserani snake park, you can get close to these reptiles and get to learn more about them. The snake park has over 50 different species of snakes.
Maserani snake park also has other reptiles like crocodiles and monitor lizards among others which can be seen during a tour. You can also make a stop at the snake bar for a cold drink after a tour of the snake park.
The visit to the snake park will teach you about what the do’s and don’ts when encountering a snake or other reptiles.
- Visiting Coffee farms
You can also engage in a coffee tour in Arusha during a safari in Tanzania to one of the many coffee farms around.
During these visits to the coffee farms, you will get to know how the coffee is grown and harvested and also prepared the local way until the coffee is ready to be enjoyed or sipped. The fertile volcanic soils of Tanzania favour the growth of the coffee. You can also interact with the locals during your coffee tour and experience their way of life.
- Cultural heritage centre
The cultural heritage centre in Arusha is another place to go to during a safari in Tanzania. at the heritage centre, you will see many different art works and carvings.
There is also a museum, restaurant, coffee shop, a spice centre, curio shop which can be visited at the cultural heritage centre.
- Tanzanite experience
A tour around Arusha can also involve a trip to get to know more about the beautiful tanzanite mineral.
Tanzania is a country with the beautiful tanzanite gem which has a blue-violet colour. During a tour in Arusha, you can get to know more about tanzanite, its history and also buy some jewellery.
- Arusha tower
The Arusha tower is situated at a midpoint between Cairo and Cape Town. This tower is a landmark in the town and you can also make a stop at this point during your tour in the northern part of Tanzania.
- Botanical gardens
You can also make a stop in Arusha at the Botanical gardens which is a fun place to take children during a tour in Arusha.
- Arusha town
Even the town of Arusha itself is worth a tour when in Tanzania and you can experience the way of life of the locals, visit the local markets, and try out a couple of restaurants with local foods or simply drive around the town.
- visiting Maasai market
For a cultural experience in Arusha, you can take a tour around the Maasai market where you will see many local arts and crafts such as beaded jewellery that the Maasai are known for. You can also interact with the Maasai during this tour and also taste a traditional lunch as you enjoy stories about their nomadic way of life and beautiful culture.
- visiting the local restaurants
What is a tour in Arusha without trying out the local dishes and other delicacies around? Many restaurants offer international and local cuisines which you can try out and if you love a good beer, you can also try out the local beers like Kilimanjaro or the local brew among others.
- climbing mount Meru
You can also take on the challenge of climbing the second highest mountain in Tanzania during a tour in Arusha. Mount Meru is at an altitude of 4566 meters and is also worth a visit during a hike.
A hike on Mount Meru can prepare you for the summit hike on Mount Kilimanjaro which is the highest mountain in Africa which is also found in the northern part of Tanzania.
- visiting Museums
Your tour around Arusha town can also be around the different museums around the town which display a lot about the people of Tanzania and their local art and craft work.
- nightlife
Finally when to gets to night, you can visit the clubs around Arusha and enjoy listening to the local music and dance along as you interact with other people.
Visit Arusha and experience the above and a lot more as you enjoy a safari in Tanzania.
