Arusha, Tanzania

Things to do in Arusha

120 ranked activities5 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in Arusha?

Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Arusha, Tanzania. The highest scoring is Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs at 97 out of 100, followed by 4 Days Group Camping Safari, 3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari, 5 Days Group Camping Safari. Prices start at $10 per person and 5 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

Ranked experiences
120
In the 90+ Club
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$10 per person
Bookable today
120

Most Popular in Arusha

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Arusha

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Arusha

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Arusha

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Arusha

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Arusha

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Arusha

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Arusha

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Arusha

What are the best things to do in Arusha?
Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs is the highest ranked experience in Arusha, scoring 97 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 882 traveler reviews. 4 Days Group Camping Safari, 3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari, 5 Days Group Camping Safari, Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Arusha, Tanzania, and 5 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Arusha cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Arusha is $500 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Coffee walk day trip. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Arusha for today?
Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Arusha currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Arusha good for families?
Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in Arusha are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Arusha?
116 of the 120 experiences we rank in Arusha offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Arusha gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Arusha so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.

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Last Minute 167Outdoors 127Culture & History 65Nightlife 43Food & Drink 21Family Friendly 14Most Popular 6Most Highly Reviewed 6

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