Arusha travel guide
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You're Going to Love Arusha
With a population of 341.136, Arusha is the largest city in Arusha, Tanzania by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Arusha has to offer.
When to visit Arusha
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Arusha in January, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 360 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Arusha, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Arusha
Plane
Arusha is served by 2 airports: Arusha (ARK) and Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO). The closest to the city centre of Arusha is Arusha, which is located 6 km from the city centre. Further away is Arusha Kilimanjaro, 44 km from the centre of Arusha.
Bus
Arusha’s bus station is located 0.3 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Arusha
Where to stay in Arusha
From 5-star hotels such as the Gran Melia Arusha to great affordable options like the Equator Hotel, Arusha offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €166 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Arusha
Most booked hotels in Arusha
Hiring a car in Arusha
Expect to pay €1.19 per litre in Arusha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €14.27 and €19.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Arusha, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.