Arusha Free Walking Tour

Overview of the tour in Arusha

Karibu! Welcome to my free walking tour of central Arusha.

Meeting Point: Clock Tower

#1: National Natural History Museum (5-minute walk)
Discover Tanzania's geology, flora, and fauna, including its world-famous wildlife.

#2: Arusha Declaration Museum and Uhuru Monument (10-15 minute walk)
Learn about Julius Nyerere and his importance in Tanzania's history, as well as the significance of the Uhuru Monument.

#3: Arusha Central Market (5-10 minute walk)
Shop for fresh produce, spices, and other local goods.

#4: Maasai Market (15-minute walk)
View local crafts and meet the local vendors. I will show you how to negotiate in Swahili!

After, I can walk you back to your hotel or help you catch a taxi.


Please message me in advance if you would to modify our trip, I can take you to my favorite restaurants, breweries, the Tanzanite Museum, or the Cultural Heritage Centre. If you have more time, we can grab a ride to:

Lake Duluti - a crater lake near Arusha (20 min)

Meserani Snake Park - crocodiles, pythons & other reptiles, camel rides, the Maasai Cultural Museum & a craft market (40 min)

Mount Meru Waterfall - located at the base of Mount Meru, an extinct volcano (30 min)

Our Guides

Hans Evans

On arrival

Arusha Clock Tower is in a large roundabout where Old Moshi Road and Sokoine Road intersect. I will be standing on the grass by the tower, holding a small Tanzanian flag.

Things to note

This walking tour should take around 3-4 hours, depending on the pace of our walking. We'll cover about 3 kilometers of walking distance, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.