Arusha

Arusha is a bustling city located in northern Tanzania, nestled directly at the foot of Mount Meru. As the safari capital of the country, it serves as the gateway to the world-famous Northern Circuit (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Manyara). Arusha National Park, located just a short drive from the city center, offers a diverse, lush terrain featuring the peak of Mount Meru, the Ngurdoto Crater, and the Momella Lakes. It is famous for its black-and-white colobus monkeys and excellent walking safaris.