Things to do in Arusha
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Safari Makers
A reliable outfit running no-frills northern circuit camping and lodge safaris and treks at surprisingly reasonable prices; some safaris and treks also incorporate Cultural Tourism Program tours.
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Clocktower Supermarket
Clocktower Supermarket
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Crystal Club
Come here for dancing till late.
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Colobus Club
Arusha’s loudest and brashest nightclub.
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Jambo's Coffee House
Jambo's Coffee House has cakes, snacks and good coffee.
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Bookmark
Reasonably well-stocked, including various Africa titles.
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Shoprite
About 2km west of the town centre, with a large selection.
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MaCo
MaCo puts out a good map of Arusha, widely available around town.
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Tarangire Safari Experience
3 days (Arusha to Arusha)
by G Adventures
You’re heading out to see the best parks but you still want more. What to do? Don’t panic, this short trip offers a chance to visit incredible Tarangire…Not LP reviewed
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Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
4 days (Arusha to Arusha)
by G Adventures
The perfect safari for the independent traveller. Tour the best known game parks in Tanzania in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and…Not LP reviewed
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Dragon Pearl
A good bet for delicious Chinese food, with a garden setting, fast service and an attentive host.
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Aminata Boutique
Aminata Boutique, in the covered entry passage to Arusha Naaz Hotel, has textiles.
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Spices & Herbs
If you’ve had your fill of Tanzanian fare, this is the best spot in town for Ethiopian cuisine.
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Old Rock Restaurant
The clean, no-frills Old Rock Restaurant has burgers and local-style meals near the main market.
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Tengeru Market
The Tengeru Market takes place on Saturday, with a smaller market on Wednesday. It's 10km east of town along the Moshi road.
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Cultural Heritage
Large and unmissable. Quality and selection here are good, although middlemen get a fairly large cut of the (high) purchase prices.
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Tanzania Family Adventure
10 days (Arusha to Dar Es Salaam)
by G Adventures
Taking the kids to the zoo will occupy them for a day. Taking them to Africa itself will stick with them for the rest of their lives. There’s a whole lot of…Not LP reviewed
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East Africa Wildlife Safari
11 days (Nairobi to Arusha)
by G Adventures
For those short on time, there’s no need to sacrifice big fun or the Big Five on this intense 11-day adventure. Experience the best of wild Africa and explore…Not LP reviewed
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Arusha Declaration Museum
The small Arusha Declaration Museum near the Uhuru monument has an interesting display on postcolonial Tanzanian history.
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Ngaramtoni Market
A colourful local-produce market is the Ngaramtoni Market, on Thursday and Sunday, 12km west of town, which draws Maasai from miles around.
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Steers
For inexpensive burgers, pizza, sandwiches and other Western-style fast food try the Steers, a branch of the South African chain.
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Tanzania Volunteer and Safari
13 days (Stone Town to Arusha)
by G Adventures
Meet Tanzania’s welcoming people, witness some of Africa’s most spectacular wilderness and make a lasting impact—really experience Tanzania. Track the Big Five…Not LP reviewed
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Pepe’s
Outdoor garden seating or indoors under a large, covered pavilion, well-prepared Italian and continental food, and (evenings) good Indian cuisine.
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Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum, in the old German boma, has a few fossils and old photos, and is worth a stop if you are in the area.
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Sazan
This tiny, incongruous place – directly on the roadside adjoining a used car lot – has inexpensive Japanese fast food–style meals.
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