Arusha's Soul: A Guided Walking & Drive City Tour. Learn & Live.
Overview
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4 hours
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Explore the town of Arusha and discover the stunning highlights of this iconic city. Join you're local guide as can lead you on a history and cultural journey through the heart of the city on foot and short driving.
Step into the soul of Tanzania with our. Our experienced local guides don't just show you the sights; they immerse you in the daily rhythm of Tanzanian life. We begin at the historic German BOMA. From there, we navigate the city's government district for an understanding of its modern administration, before discovering the captivating story of Tanzanite at its dedicated museum. As we pass the iconic Clock Tower, you'll feel the city's pulse, Maasai Market and the bustling Central Food Market. Here, you'll learn about local food and culture. We conclude at a premier African art gallery. This tour is about more than landmarks; it's a personal, educational experience that will leave you with a profound appreciation for the people and spirit of Arusha.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tanzanite museum tour
English Local Guide
Food Market tour & Maasai Market tour
African Art Gallery and cultural heritage costs
from 2 and half to 6 hours of guided in the city of Arusha
Pickup and Drop-off for the hotel near the city center
Foods
Drinks
Natural history museum (German BOMA) Fee ($6USD per adult)
Accommodation
Money for purchase souvenirs while on the tour (Bring cash please)
Tips (Gratuities), Optional and depends on satisfaction of the travellers
Additional tour after Arusha walking city tour
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Old Boma Museum
A visit to the Natural History Museum, housed within Arusha's historic German BOMA, is an essential stop for any traveler seeking a deeper understanding of Tanzania. This unique tour provides a captivating blend of natural science and rich history, taking you on a journey from the origins of humankind—with fascinating exhibits on fossils from Olduvai Gorge—to the diverse ecosystems and wildlife you'll encounter on safari. You'll also learn about the area's German colonial past and the cultural heritage of local communities. More than just a museum, it's an immersive experience that provides vital context for your Tanzanian adventure, making your safari and cultural tours all the more meaningful and memorable. Book your tour with us to unlock the full story behind this incredible country.
The Tanzanite Experience
Discover the captivating story of one of the world's rarest and most beautiful gemstones with a visit to the Tanzanite Experience museum. Found only in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzanite is a "gemstone of a generation" and this tour provides an immersive journey from its discovery to its dazzling final form. Through interactive exhibits, including a replica mineshaft, you'll learn about the intense mining process, the art of cutting and polishing, and the unique properties that give Tanzanite its stunning blue-violet hue. After your educational tour, you'll have the exciting opportunity to browse a certified collection of loose stones and exquisite jewelry pieces, from classic rings and pendants to unique Maasai-inspired designs. The museum's on-site laboratory guarantees the authenticity of every stone, ensuring a safe and memorable purchase for a one-of-a-kind souvenir to treasure for a lifetime.
Options
City Tour + Napuru waterfall
Hiking in Napuru waterfall: Napuru is one of the best place in the city of Arusha for do hike and enjoy the waterfall.
Local guide and experience : Our experienced guide will take you in the waterfall after the walking city tour and drive you to the waterfall.
Duration: 6 hours: Will depends on your interesting but this tour it will mostly last to 5 to 6 hours.
Arusha
Car: We will drive by use car to the waterfall and drive back to your hotel in the city center
Pickup included
City Tour+ National Museum fee
City Tour+ German BOMA fees: This tour will include the entrance fee of Natural History Museum and guided tour of exhibitions in the museum
Duration: 5 hours: This tour roughly will last 5 hours.
Food is exclusive: In the city there is different restaurant and our guide will show you and also shop that you can buy snacks.
Arusha town: This tour will only in Arusha town and not out of the city of Arusha.
Normal Transpot: You will be picked up and drop-off at your hotel near the city center of Arusha.
Museums Exhibitions: The exhibition of Human evolution, History of Arusha in German colon Time, Ecology, Botanical Garden and rescue live animals.
Pickup included
Arusha walking city tour
Arusha city tour
Pickup included
City Tour & Cooking Class
Cooking lesson: Traditional Tanzania Cooking class lesson will be added after the walking city tour and is very local experience.
Local Experience: From starting to the end of the tour you will enjoy our chef who will lead you with local skills to make a local cousin.
Duration: 6 hours: After a walking tour of 4 hour you will join approximately 3 and half hours of cooking class. So in total of 7 hours.
Lunch or Dinner: You will seat down and eat what you prepared from the local kitchen with the local chef.
Arusha: The tour will be at Arusha
Car or Tuk Tuk: We will make sure our travelers to be safe for pickup and drop-off at your hotel after the tour.
Pickup included
City Tour + Coffee Tour
Coffee Tour: After a walking in Arusha we will drive to the local small village in Tengeru area for coffee tour.
Local Experience: Our local guide will take you in a small farm and show you from the first to the last stage until make a cup of coffee.
Duration: 6 hours: This tour will mostly take about 5 to 6 hours include driving time from the city center.
Coffee: After prepare a coffee in a local way you will seat down and share the stories with local while drink coffee.
Arusha
Car
Pickup included
Reviews
223 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our Walking tour in Arusha.
123voy,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A perfect afternoon for us, before we didn't have something to do on the day and our trip planner showed this tour on Arusha, with a big confidence we booked it. Our guide Israel is so knowledgeable and fluent English makes us feel at home, he knows we'll for his career and what to show and tell the tourist as a tour guide. I recommend Israel and this tour for everyone who's looking for an Arusha city tour.
A Must Visit for everyone in Arusha.
O3914PKraphaelf,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In the beginning I thought it was long walking but it is clear for just a short distance of one destination to another which includes driving. We had a fantastic guide whose name is Israel who studies general about Tanzania, with his deep knowledge about Tanzania history, culture and modern life style In the city make this tour to be one of the most highlights tours for our Tanzania trip. No matter how much you get, try to book this experience while you are in Arusha.
Great experience in Arucha
John O,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a rewarding experience with our Daudi guide who showed us the best of Arusha and its people.
Must do while in Arusha!!
Niksa S,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great quality time spent with Israel and Leroy while learning so many things about Arusha, Tanzania and Africa in general.
Amazing day tour in Arusha!
158phoebec,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Israel and Leroy on the Arusha walking tour, our guides were so informative and knowledgable about everything in Arusha, I would highly recommend using them if you want to see the highlights in Arusha!
Authentic and Personalized Walking Tour in Arusha - highly recommended
917astrids,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on this walking tour in Arusha! It was the perfect mix of culture, history and local life. Our guide was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and made the tour feel truly personal. He adapted everything to our interests and shared so many fascinating stories. We loved exploring the local markets, hidden corners and seeing everyday life up close. It felt authentic and genuine from start to finish. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience the real Arusha beyond the usual tourist spots! Thanks again, Israel.
Experience Arusha with a Local
Erik W,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The time with the guide Israel has passed like in flight. He could give a very good insight into the Altrag in Arusha and show you interesting places.
Would defenitly recommend this tour! 😊
Alexandrascholz1996,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited a few Museums and Markets and learned so much about Tansania and the life there on this tour! Our Guide Israel was very kind and helpful! He shared so much of his knowledge with us and took a lot more time for us! We had a really great day in Arusha thanks to Israel! 😊
Arusha, so happy to have experienced you!
V7705DTmichaelo,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were fortunate enough to have a couple of days to visit Arusha prior to heading out on safari. We scheduled this tour to experience the area and couldn’t have been more pleased. The cultural center, art gallery are a must see. Our guide, Israel was terrific. His knowledge of the history of the city/region along with modern day society was outstanding. We are so glad to have taken the time to experience Arusha through this tour and the lens of Israel.
Time well spent in Arusha
Russell J,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our hotel near Kisongo was outside the normal pickup zone but we got picked up without a problem. The guide (Israel) and our driver (Daj) were both very welcoming and helpful. Israel not only guided us around some interesting places in Arusha but provided a lot of understanding about the history and culture of Tanzania. If you have half a day to spend in Arusha I can highly recommend it. On our return to the hotel there was an hour long delay because of a political rally for which the police closed the road to ensure that the politicians weren't delayed in their business hmmmmm... Very considerate of the politicians. During this delay I dropped my phone which I didn't realise until after we'd been dropped off at the hotel. With the help of the staff at the Forest Hill (which I'd also recommend, I was able to contact Israel at which point they turned the car around and got back into the heavy traffic to return my phone. I am very grateful to Israel and Daj. This review would have been a lot shorter without the phone issue but no less positive. Keep up the great work. Tanzania is a great place because of people like you.
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