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BEST TIME TO VISIT ARUSHA CITY DURING YOUR NORTHERN TANZANIA TRAVELS

Your AfricanMecca vacation to Tanzania takes you to some of the most pristine wilderness areas in the world, and Arusha city is a year-round touring destination where you find comfortable accommodations and plenty of things to do for one or two days before you head out on safari. In Arusha, you will always find other travelers who are beginning or ending their East African wildlife safaris, yet there is some fluctuation in the number of visitors due to other travel purposes, such as business meetings and conferences.



The wet and dry season also affect the number of visitors, as well as the fauna experiences in the nearby wilderness areas. As you plan your Tanzania adventure safari, you should consider the time of year that you want to travel, as this greatly affects your wildlife experiences. Arusha has two wet seasons and two dry seasons.

The long rainy season is from March to May, and most of the annual rainfall occurs in these months. The short rainy season is in November and December. The long dry season is from June through October, and August is typically the driest month of the year. The short, hot, dry season is in January and February with sporadic rains.



Average temperatures are highest in February with high of around 82 F (28 C) and lows of 54 F (12 C), and lowest temperature is in July with highs of 72 F (22 C) and lows of 54 F (12 C). Humidity levels are typically above 60% in Arusha, and the level rises gradually from April through July to nearly 80% humidity. Arusha offers many attractions that are not weather-dependent, such as markets, museums, historical and cultural sites.

If you plan to climb Mount Kilimanjaro or Mount Meru with Uhuru Trails during your stay in Arusha, weather is a factor. The best months to climb Mount Meru are from June to February with pockets of short rains in November and December.



The best climbing seasons for Mount Kilimanjaro are from January to February and June to October. The weather on the mountain is a bit cooler from January to March, and there may be snow. The sky, though, is typically cloudless during this time, so the views are phenomenal, and there are typically fewer climbers. June through October is the peak climbing season due to the summer holidays, so there are more trekkers on the mountain.
WHERE TO STAY IN ARUSHA
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WHERE TO STAY IN ARUSHA

All of the Arusha accommodations are located inside the city, in the farmland suburbs or at the foothills of Mount Meru. We recommend you stay for one or two days to experience the city activities.

SAFARI & TOUR IN ARUSHA
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SAFARI & TOUR IN ARUSHA

Whether you want to learn about the earliest signs of mankind, learn about the city's history, visit the park or interact with its people, there are many ways to enjoy your Arusha exploratory tour.

GUIDE ON ARUSHA
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GUIDE ON ARUSHA

Arusha is one of Tanzania's fastest growing cities. Located halfway between Cape Town and Cairo, Arusha is perfectly sited to give you easy access to most of Tanzania's spectacular wildernesses.

ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK
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ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK

Situated in northern Tanzania is the little-known treasure of Arusha National Park that features a variety of ecosystems, such as grasslands, swamps, crater lakes, highland forest and more.

AFRICANMECCA REVIEWS

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  • Loretta and I had a great time on our honeymoon. Simiton, your safari guide in Tanzania was awesome! He was very professional, very accommodating and very knowledgeable. We are already talking about our next trip to Africa!
    Loretta and Danny Haag - California, United States
  • AfricanMecca Safaris created a remarkable honeymoon tailored to our interests and desires. The quality of service and delivery of experience was unsurpassed. I highly recommend AfricanMecca Safaris to honeymooners, families, or any traveler.
    Noorin & Jason Nelson - Maryland, United States
  • First off, we had the most amazing time ever and wanted to thank you very much. Tanzania proved without a doubt to meet all of our expectations. Every detail was thought of on our trip by AfricanMecca and were are all flawless.
    Marcy Burton & Ryan Kerr - Ontario, Canada
  • I booked my safari holiday through AfricanMecca. They were the most helpful company I have ever dealt with and I work within the travel industry. I had the most amazing time. The holiday went as clockwork with no hitches anywhere.
    Shelley Roberts - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
  • We have returned from our African adventure and would like to thank you very much for your part in making this such a wonderful experience. We were lucky enough to time the Great Migration from the Serengeti, which was amazing.
    Denise Paterson - Belmont, Australia
  • Jambo Raza, It was a wonderful experience in Tanzania. Rogers, our guide was superb; knowledgeable, helpful and very friendly. We were treated very well by all your ground team and everything ran smoothly. I enjoyed it all.
    Alan Winner, Minnesota, United States
  • AfricanMecca's professionalism and care understands that what distinguishes Africa is its authenticity, the land, people and wildlife who do not share our world of fashion and fanfare that distinguish so many travel companies today.
    Cyril Christo & Marie Wilkinson, Conservation Photographers, Authors & Wildlife Documentary Producers - USA

EAST AFRICA SAFARI BOOKING TRIP IDEA FOR ARUSHA IN NORTHERN TANZANIA

When staying in Arusha, we recommend experiencing some of the surrounding Arusha attractions and cultural activities before your Northern Tanzania safari to Serengeti (wildebeest migration), Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire. You may hike Mount Meru or Mount Kilimanjaro to experience a full day trek or multiple days climb, or even explore Arusha National Park for an adventurous canoeing experience on Momella Lakes combined with a game drive. End your trip with a Swahili cultural tour and beach holiday in Zanzibar.

You may optionally extend out to offbeat parks in Southern and Western Tanzania such as Nyerere (Selous), Ruaha or Katavi ending with a chimpanzee trekking safari at Gombe or Mahale by the relaxing Lake Tanganyika.

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