ARUSHA TOUR EXCURSIONS

Captivating day hike on Kilimanjaro

Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is the awe-inspiring landmark of Tanzania but you don’t need to climb it to experience its full beauty and the captivating terrain that surrounds it. Take a hike on a Kilimanjaro day trip that gives you the opportunity to scramble up the first leg of the famed Marangu Route, through rainforest twittering with birdlife and chattering, curious blue monkeys. Watch out for a colobus or two! The hike to Mandara Hut is around three hours so stop to rest your legs and have a tasty lunch at the Hut and once you’ve replenished yourself, take the short but challenging walk to the Maundi Crater. On a clear day, the views to the east over Taveta and to the northwest to Mawenzi Peak are stunning.

Tanzania's Boutique National Park

Tarangire National Park is crammed full of a spectacular diversity of awe-inspiring landscapes, big skies and, yes, you’ll see an amazing range of wildlife. But those in the know go to take in the elephants. Tarangire is renowned for its vibrant population of African bush elephants and our Elephant Spectacular Day Safari will bring you up close and personal to these magnificent animals. It’s a great taster safari, too; if you’re new to Tanzania, this day trip is great training for longer safaris.

Home to the tree climbing lions

A day trip to Lake Manyara National Park is an exciting chance to get a feel for the real Africa. Lake Manyara is an unspoiled paradise of groundwater lakes fed by underground springs and teeming with wildlife. One of Africa's premier birding destinations, it's also a fantastic place to see Africa's most iconic animals from massive elephants and cape buffalo to the famous tree-climbing lions who call the park home.

Tanzania's most accessible park

Located just 45 minutes drive from Arusha, Arusha National Park is Tanzania's most accessible park in more ways than one. It's not only conveniently located, but it's also the best place to embark on walking and canoeing safaris - putting you closer to the action than anywhere else in the country! While Arusha National Park has no large predators, it is home to Africa's largest giraffe population, a variety of primate species, and a number of large herbivores. It's the perfect day out for a family or those wanting something different to the standard game drive experience.

For the love of conservation

If you’re fascinated by snakes and reptiles, a Meserani Snake Park tour is a must for your visit! Located 20km/13mi west of Arusha on the way to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro center, you’ll have the chance to see some of the most dangerous snakes in the world, such as a Black and Green Mamba, Egyptian Cobra, Puff Adders and much more. That’s not all ─ you can even hold a real live snake! Meserani Snake Park also runs a free medical health clinic, that provides care for local people with over a 1000 patients per month.

Tanzania's Hidden Gem - Hot blue bay pool

Stuck in a little natural enclosure of fig trees amidst the semi-arid landscape, this hot blue bay pool is a hidden gem of Tanzania. The place is gorgeous, like a little piece of paradise. Water in the pool comes from underground caves that bubble to the surface, hence ‘hot spring’. The cosy pool has some little fish called Garra Rufa that offer pedicure services by eating dead skin adding to the spa-like experience. The kikuletwa crystal clear blue bay pool will leave you mesmerized with its soothing experience.

Master the art of roasting and grinding coffee

Get a taste of local life on this 5.5-hour small-group coffee and community tour of Tengeru village from Arusha. After discovering what life is like in a traditional Tanzanian coffee-producing village, walk around a coffee plantation to see coffee and other crops farmed before enjoying a lunch of tasty specialties at a local family home. Finally, master the art of roasting and grinding coffee, and then sample a cup of your very own brew! Numbers are limited to 12 on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience.

A cultural tourism programme

Ng’iresi Village is situated 7 kilometers out of Arusha on the green and steep slopes of Mount Meru. The inhabitants of the village are all farmers of the Wa-arusha tribe. The Wa-arusha are family of the Maasai, but have gradually shifted from pastoralism to agriculture. Some Wa-arusha are still living in the traditional bomas, others try hard to build up stone houses; some still depend on their cows, others have cultivated large plots. The village perfectly shows the transition from traditional into modern African life.

A cluster of four small villages

Monduli Juu, situated 50 kms northwest of Arusha, is a cluster of four small villages - Emairete, Enguiki, Eluwai and Mfereji. Experience the charm of the friendly Tanzanian people first-hand. There are several cultural heritage sites scattered throughout the country where you can spend from ½ day to a week with one of the 120 distinct ethnic groups making up the population. At the sites you will encounter natural beauty, including: rain forests, big waterfalls, magnificent views, lots of wild life, and, of course, the charming Tanzanians themselves! Your cultural tour will directly support the villages’ desire to become more self-sufficient, preserve their indigenous culture, and aid environmental conservation efforts.