Top Activities on the Ground in Arusha

Experience the best of Tanzania’s northern circuit on this 4-day camping safari, visiting Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy thrilling game drives through diverse landscapes, spotting iconic wildlife like lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras, while learning about the ecosystem from your guide. With overnight stays at Figtree, Seronera, and Simba B campsites, this adventure offers an unforgettable blend of nature, wildlife, and comfort.

Ascend Tanzania’s second-highest peak on this 4-day trekking tour of Mt. Meru, with included transfer from your Arusha hotel ensuring a hassle-free trip. Get a glimpse of Tanzania’s diverse flora and fauna as you make your way up the mountain, stopping overnight in lodges along the way, and explore safely under the protective supervision of an armed park ranger. Meals and park fees are included in the price.

There are many parks to go on safari in Africa, but none quite like Ngorongoro Crater, which combines highlands with the crater space. This Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip from Arusha lets you get the most out of the area with a guide who takes you all around to see the wildlife, including zebras, lions, and wildebeest.

Book this group tour to Kilimanjaro for a seven-day, organized hiking experience. You’ll go via the Machame Route, which is great for acclimatization. Food is taken care of for you, so you don’t need to worry about taking that yourself. Just follow your guide and stick with your group, and before you know it, you’ll be standing on top of Mt Kilimanjaro.

During this 4-day lodge safari you will visit three of the most well-known reserves on Tanzania’s “northern circuit” – the Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti National Park. With all the diverse landscapes and a crater full of animals, this safari has something for everyone and is ideal for those with limited time.

Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s biggest intact caldera and home to 30,000 wild animals, including leopard, elephant, lion, and rare black rhinos. Enjoy a small-group 4x4 game drive from Arusha with hotel pickup included. See flamingo-filled lakes and spot animals roaming the plains while learning about Ngorongoro’s wildlife and geology from your driver-guide. A picnic by a hippo pool and entry fees are included.

Experience the thrill of climbing Africa’s highest peak with this 6-day Kilimanjaro hiking tour. Taking the Machame route, the most popular route up the mountain due to its acclimatization profile, your guide will ensure you make it through this challenging but rewarding experience. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience. With amazing views and a real sense of accomplishment to be found, this is an experience you won’t forget.

Visit Tanzania's scenic Lake Daluti with a private guide on this tour. Spend time in a canoe, exploring the surface of the lake while taking in the views, or opt for a hike. Your guide will be with you throughout the experience, and will tell you all about the history of the area and the culture of the Meru people who call it home.

This is a short 2-hour tour that takes visitors through the foothills of the majestic Mount Meru. It offers an authentic glimpse of daily life in the small, charming villages found on the outskirts of Arusha city center. This experience of Tanzanian culture allows visitors to witness the hospitality of villagers and curious kids as well as the typical daily activities of farming communities. You will also have the opportunity to try local food and visit a small home-brewery that makes ‘mbege’, a traditional banana beer from the Chagga ethnic group. Most of this ride is on flat terrain with some shade along the way. There is one hill on the way up from the lake and the roads are moderate to good.

Hike Mount Kilimanjaro with other advanced hikers on this week-long group tour. Ascend the difficult Machame Route in the company of a guide. Enjoy included meals and lodging at camps along the way. Scramble up Lava Tower and admire the landscape from the summit and views of the Shira Plateau.

Welcome to our 3 Days 2-nights Tanzania Budget Camping Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. During this 3-day, 2-night Tanzania Budget Camping Safari, you will have the opportunity to explore two of Tanzania's most iconic destinations, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. Serengeti for its vast open plains, abundant wildlife, and the annual wildebeest migration. You will have the chance to witness an array of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and many more. Ngorongoro Crater is another highlight of this safari. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and often referred to as the "eighth wonder of the world." The crater is a breathtaking natural phenomenon and is home to an impressive concentration of wildlife. This 3-day 2-night Tanzania Budget Camping will allow you to experience the beauty and wildlife diversity of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, making it a memorable adventure in one of Africa's most renowned safari destinations.

This is one of Tanzania’s top-rated and most affordable 3-day guided Tanzania budget camping safaris— a group shared safari that starts from either Moshi around 6:00 a.m or Arusha at 8:00 a.m. and ends in Arusha, the heart of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit. On this 3-day Tanzania safari, you will join other travelers (maximum 6 per 4x4 vehicle), enjoy guided game drives with expert safari guides, and experience authentic camping at public campsites—all with a lowest price guarantee on shared group safaris in Tanzania. Absolutely! Our short 3-day safari departing from Moshi or Arusha in Tanzania includes iconic visits to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. These parks offer diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. As of 2025 & 2026, our guided 3-day Tanzania safari is available with flexible daily departure dates from Moshi or Arusha, including the 3rd, 5th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 26th, and 30th of every beautiful month from January to December.

KILIMANJARO GENERAL MOUNT KILIMANJARO is a very special mount It’s the highest singular mountain in the world. That’s means it has the greatest ascent from its base to its summit. It’s easiest to climb of the seven summit, interestingly the 1950 version of the seven summits also two more Holy Mountains Mt. Blanc and Kosciusko and for us KILIMANJARO IS A HOLY MOUNTAIN The highest holy mountain by over 5000feet andMone of the 3 Holy mountain’s that contain special Energy. KILIMANJARO does not require any skills but instead a lot of walking, just over 40 miles and an ascent of about 13000 feet, spread over 6 days ascending and an ascent 2 days descending. Do not be put off be believing you are too unfit, too old, too young or too whatever. More that anything KILIMANJARO requires persistence and determination.

While you can’t climb Mount Kilimanjaro in one day, you can experience the thrill of hiking the great peak on this day trip. With a private guide and hotel pickup, trek through the lower altitudes of the mountain, attempting to reach the Mandara Hut. After enjoying a picnic lunch at the hut, make your way back down to the Mandara Gate to finish your hike.

For an authentic experience in Tanzania, a visit to Lake Eyasi is a must. Home to the Hadzabe people, one of the last hunter-gatherer tribes in East Africa, the area around the lake is wild and infrequently explored. Your guide, a member of the Hadzabe tribe, takes you on a tour of the bush, showing you how they hunt, track wildlife, make fire and even collect honey from bees' nests. You'll also have the chance to meet tribe members and learn about their customs and way of life.

On the outskirts of Arusha, the Massai Villages provide a special opportunity to learn about the local lifestyle. The Maasi people will share their culture and traditions, giving you an insight into their semi-nomadic life. Understand their agricultural methods, food preservation, and local business ventures. Explore the landscape while hiking nearby mountains to see the view from above and pose for a photo opportunity.

Get a shot at climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro without having to reach the summit on this private trek from Arusha or Moshi. Perfect for beginners or those without the time to make a full multi-day climb, this hike covers the first leg of the Marangu Route to the Mandara Huts. Drink in views of Kilimanjaro’s peak, trek rainforest trails filled with birds, mongoose and blue and colobus monkeys; and re-energise with a picnic lunch at Mandara before your descent.

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Mt. Kilimanjaro, even if you're short on time or have a limited budget. Embark on a remarkable day trip that will take you to the base of the legendary mountain, allowing you to explore its captivating surroundings. The adventure begins at the starting point of the Marangu Route (1,970m), conveniently located just an hour away from the vibrant town of Moshi. From there, prepare yourself for an unforgettable three-hour hike through the enchanting Montane Forest. As you traverse the trail, you'll be immersed in a world of lush vegetation, encountering a rich variety of flora and fauna that call this pristine ecosystem home. Your journey will lead you to the remarkable Mandara Hut (2,700m), nestled on the border of the forest belt, just below the awe-inspiring Maundi Crater. This picturesque location offers a perfect vantage point to take in the breathtaking views of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Hit the roads in style on your Honda CRF250L - 2019 model motorbikes on this private, guided safari through the landscape of Tanzania. You can either be collected from your hotel in Arusha, or you can meet at the bike shop. From here you’ll ride out to where you can see amazing viewpoints, wild animals, and native African villages.

Book this group camping trip and visit several different areas with chances to spot the Big Five, without having to organize anything. Your crew will organize all of your camping equipment, food, and transportation, so you don’t have to. You’ll visit Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Serengeti National Park all in this seven day safari.

Filling up a deep volcanic crater, Lake Duluti makes the perfect day trip from Arusha. On this worry-free tour, escape the city—it’s a quick 40-minute drive—and head into nature, choosing between nature walks with views of ​Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru, canoeing, and simply appreciating this wild corner of Tanzania’s Great Rift Valley.

Spend a day immersed in Tanzania’s beautiful nature on this waterfall hiking tour from Arusha. With a private guide, hike to the foothills of the UNESCO-listed Mount Kilimanjaro where you find picturesque waterfalls and take a refreshing dip. Visit a local village to have lunch and learn about the local culture before ending with a tour of a coffee farm.

Have an adventurous day out from Arusha on this tour where you’ll get to go on an hour walk to Meru waterfalls through lush scenery, then after a drive, hike through the forest for one to two hours to Lake Duluti where you can have fun canoeing. You’ll also stop for an included lunch, soda, water, and snacks provided for you along the way.