Things to do in Arusha
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Big Bite
Delicious Indian food, including numerous vegetarian dishes, in a no-frills setting.
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Set in quiet gardens behind the Natural History Museum, this laid-back place is a popular meeting spot, with salads, sandwiches, fresh bread, cakes, yogurt and light meals (a mixture of local and European fare), plus a bar and live music on Thursdays from 9pm.
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Mcmoody’s
McMoody’s serves mostly burgers.
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Greek Club
A popular expat hang-out, especially on weekend evenings; it has free movies on Sunday afternoon, good pizza and a lively sports bar.
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Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park , although one of Tanzania's smallest parks, is one of its most beautiful and most topographically varied. Its main features include Ngurdoto Crater (often dubbed Little Ngorongoro) and the Momela Lakes to the east. To the west is beautiful Mt Meru. The two areas are joined by a narrow strip, with Momela Gate at its centre. The park's altitude, which varies from 1500m to more than 4500m, has a variety of vegetation zones supporting numerous animal species.
Ngurdoto Crater is surrounded by forest, while the crater floor is a swamp. West of the crater is Serengeti Ndogo (Little Serengeti), an extensive area of open grassland and the only place in the…
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Khan’s Barbecue
This Arusha institution – ‘Chicken on the Bonnet’ – is an auto-spares store by day and a popular and very earthy barbecue by night, with a heaping spread of grilled, skewered meat and salads.
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Patisserie
For inexpensive burgers, pizza, sandwiches and other Western-style fast food try the ever-popular Patisserie, which also has soup, light meals and an internet café.
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Jambo’s Makuti Bar & Restaurant
European café vibes in a Tanzanian setting. There’s an à la carte menu with a mix of Tanzanian and local dishes, and a plate of the day for about Tsh5500.
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School of St Jude
He's the patron saint of hopeless cases, but St Jude would definitely be smiling at what has been achieved in his name in a school just outside Arusha. To score a place in Australian Gemma Sisia's pioneering establishment you have to meet two very different requirements. First you've got to be extremely bright, only the smartest kids get to even sit the entrance exam and only the best results get a place. Second you've got to be very poor, if you come from a home with more than two rooms or with electricity you're ineligible.
The School of St Jude kicked off in 2002 with a handful of kids and one teacher. By 2007 the school had expanded to 850 children, 60 teachers and…
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Kilimanjaro - Shira Route
10 days (Arusha)
A remote and scenic route to the summit of Africa's highest mountain.
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Tanzania on Foot
16 days (Arusha)
The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro.
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Kenya & Tanzania Safari Experience
13 days (Nairobi to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Whether you travel in style or by the seat of your pants, the sprawling, wildlife-rich grasslands of Kenya and Tanzania are a sight to behold. This trip…Not LP reviewed
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Mt Kilimanjaro & Serengeti Adventure
14 days (Moshi to Arusha)
by G Adventures
From the soaring heights of Africa's highest peak to the endless plains of the Serengeti, discover the best of Tanzania. In the company of our expert guides,…Not LP reviewed
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Tanzania Safari Experience
7 days (Arusha to Arusha)
by G Adventures
As the home of Olduvai Gorge, the world’s most treasured paleontological site, it’s safe to say humans have been coming to Tanzania forever. So, where’ve you…Not LP reviewed
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4 Day Wildlife Safari
4 days (Arusha)
A sample of East African wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and at Lake Manyara..
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Mount Meru Ascent
4 days (Arusha)
An exhilarating ascent of Tanzania's 2nd highest mountain.
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Tanzania Camping Adventure
7 days (Arusha to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Witness big game on open savannah and experience the stunning beauty of the Great Rift Valley. Led by a certified safari guide, you'll journey to Tanzania in…Not LP reviewed
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Lounge
A low-key place with delicious, great-value cuisine, featuring homemade tagliatelle, gourmet wraps, crispy salads, meat and seafood grills, pizzas and ‘Kilimanjaro nachos’. Everything is freshly made and served in generously large portions against a relaxed backdrop of lounge seating and music. It’s at L’Oasis Lodge, on the northern edge of town.
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3 Day Wildlife Safari
3 days (Arusha)
A brief sample of East African wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater and at Lake Manyara.
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Northern Tanzania Circuit
8 days (Arusha)
Opportunity for fascinating wildlife encounters while enjoying excellent accommodation.
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Tanzania Camping Safari
8 days (Nairobi to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Witness big game on open savannah and experience the beauty of the Rift Valley. Led by a certified safari guide, you'll journey to Tanzania in search of…Not LP reviewed
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Kenya & Tanzania Camping Safari
15 days (Nairobi to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Led by a certified safari guide, this 15-day tour will bring you to the famous wildlife habitats of both Tanzania and Kenya. Descend into the Great Rift Valley…Not LP reviewed
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Tanzania Wildlife Safari
8 days (Arusha to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Scour the legendary Serengeti in pursuit of cheetahs and descend into the pristine African wilderness of the Ngorongoro Crater. Your Discovery Adventures…Not LP reviewed
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Craft Shop
The Craft Shop with mostly carvings, and the large and unmissable Cultural Heritage is 12km west of town. Quality and selection here are good, although intermediaries get a fairly large cut of the (high) purchase prices.
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Flame Tree
This popular place, now in a new location several blocks in from Old Moshi Rd, has cosy seating that’s ideal for an intimate dinner or quiet lunch, and well-prepared and well-presented continental cuisine featuring all fresh ingredients.
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