Arusha in Tanzania is the gateway to the northern circuit which comprises Serengeti, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, as well as the Ngorongoro Crater.
Arusha Town, located about 32 km (20 miles) from Arusha National Park, is the vibrant gateway to northern Tanzania’s safari circuit, offering hotels, restaurants, markets, and cultural attractions.
For travellers seeking wildlife adventure, Arusha National Park provides a stunning introduction to Tanzania’s wilderness, with scenic volcanic craters, lush forests, and open grasslands teeming with giraffes, zebras, buffalo, monkeys, and hippos.
Staying in Arusha gives you the convenience of town amenities while keeping you just a short drive away from the park’s half-day or full-day safari experiences, making it the perfect base for exploring both culture and wildlife.
Getting to Arusha
Getting to Arusha couldn’t be easier. Arrive via Kilimanjaro International Airport (about 60 km away) or via domestic flights to Arusha Airport - both offer connections to the city’s major safari tour operators.
Once you’re here, relax in beautifully styled lodges surrounded by lush gardens, enjoying proximity to Arusha’s lively town energy and traditional Tanzanian culture. Arusha has a lively music scene, notably Tanzanian hip hop, blending Maasai and Swahili influences with western music, locally known as Bongo Flava.
Stay at the Best Arusha Safari Lodges
Discover the ideal blend of adventure and comfort at the safari lodges of Arusha, your perfect gateway to Tanzania’s renowned northern circuit.
Cradled in the shadow of majestic peaks and surrounded by vibrant landscapes, these Arusha National Park safari lodges offer a restful base from which to explore the wild wonders of the region.
Explore the town of Arusha as well as the nearby Arusha National Park at these Arusha safari lodges in Tanzania.
The grace and romance of 'old-plantation style' is embodied at Arusha Coffee Lodge, and you can expect the highest standard of Tanzania tour...
This Tanzania game lodge in Arusha is a grand private residence set in beautiful gardens just a few minutes from the 'Geneva of Africa'...
Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa is a great base from which to embark on an exciting Arusha safari into the heart of the northern highlands...
Hatari Lodge is a superb Tanzania game lodge in Arusha, offering formative and interesting game drives and guided walks in Arusha National ...
Kigongoni is a Tanzania game lodge in Arusha offering accommodation in 18 cottages and 1 family room with views of Mount Meru and Mount Kili...
Mount Meru Game Lodge & Sanctuary in Tanzania provides guests with an unforgettable experience of Africa at its very best. On a Tanzania saf...
The majority of Tanzania safari operators plying the northern safari circuit are based in Arusha. Arusha also has its own small, easily acce...