Ivy
Kenya
I recently visited Arusha and had an amazing time! I felt safe throughout my stay, and the locals I met were incredibly kind. I traveled by bus from Nairobi, which took about 6 hours. On my first night, I stayed at Gran Melia Hotel Arusha, where the service was excellent. After that, I met up with a friend who is a local. We mostly ate at local restaurants, though I can't recall the names. I stayed for a week and spent my nights at Mrimba Palm Hotel, which I really loved. I used public transportation, and the Daladalas there are really cheap and convenient. During my stay, I visited several places, including the Cultural Heritage Centre, the German Boma Museum, and Meserani Snake Park. I also got a fantastic view of Mount Meru. Arusha is a wonderful place to explore, and I highly recommend it!
Posted: July 10, 2024Experienced: April, 2024Like any other big cities, it all depends on where you are. Some parts of the city are not so safe while most parts of the cities try to be safe considering that its a tourist city many laws are being put to make the guests feel more safe and secure.
Posted: September 17, 2025Arusha is very safe, especially for travelers including women, they are safe and can travel solo without worry or feeling unsafe. People are friendly and willing to help and assist you when you are in need or want help.
Posted: March 31, 2024Diana
Arusha
3 days
Hey, My name is Diana and I'm interested in camping, nature, events & social, trekking, games, culture, animals and food & cuisine
bundisha
Arusha
1 day
Hi! I live in San Francisco and currently traveling through Africa (in Tanzania right now), and I am looking for friends to do trips with (around Africa & Europe). I have a dark sense of humor, like doing yoga, jigsaw puzzles, playing boardgames, dancing, music (especially house & techno), meeting new people, travelling (doh 😆). Would love to find meaningful connections and plan fun trips!
Indya
Arusha
I was born in Minnesota (so US citizen), but was raised in Arusha, Tanzania. I went to a Christian boarding school in Kenya for the past 4 years, and am currently taking a gap year before university. I love all things environmental: hiking, camping, wildlife, exploring, scuba diving etc. I love art and sketching, but most of all pottery and throwing on the wheel.