Northern Circuit · Arusha & Arusha National Park
Arusha: Gateway to the north
The gateway to many northern adventures, Arusha brings together mountain views, local life, coffee country and easy access to Tanzania's famous safari circuit.
Arusha is home to Mau Africa Safaris. The town sits at the foot of Mount Meru, a short drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport, and it is where most northern safaris begin and end.
Spend a day on a coffee farm tour, canoe on the Momella lakes, walk with an armed ranger in Arusha National Park or browse the colourful Maasai market.
Key facts
- Altitude: ≈1,400 m
- Airport: Kilimanjaro (JRO)
- Best time: All year
- Ideal stay: 1–2 nights
Highlights
- Coffee farm tours
- Arusha National Park
- Momella lakes canoeing
- Mount Meru views
- Maasai market
Wildlife you may see
Black-and-white colobus, Giraffe, Buffalo, Flamingo