ARUSHA A stop over to the most famous safari destinations in

the Northern circuit

This is a land of superlative with the greatest wild life spectacle in Africa
Probably you have plan your trip and you dont know what exactly you are going to experience in
the Northern circuit of Tanzania; JovagoTanzania shares an experience that you will never forget
for your life time.
Just an hour drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) and you will be in the heart of
Tanzanias northern highlands. You can also fly in to Arusha International Airport or arrive via bus
from Dar es Salaam.
Arusha is a home to Mount Meru which is often trekked in preparation for the more challenging
climb to Kilimanjaro, Africas highest peak. You can also climb Ol Doinyo Lengai, East Africas only
active volcano, situated south of Lake Natron where its possible to camp to enjoy amazing views of
the Great Rift Valley.
Arusha, is not only a place to enjoy about Maasai life style, but also is the gateway to some of the
most famous safari destinations in the world. Just ahead 120km from the town and you arrive at

Lake Manyara National Park. The moderately small park contains both thick bush land and forest
boasting some 350 species of birds and mammals
Southeast of Manyara you will find the 4000 sq km of terrain comprising the Tarangire National
Park and adjoining Conservation Area. Tarangire is famed for its elephant herds, ancient baobab
trees and tree-climbing lions. The area also seems an annual migration of elephants, wildebeest,
zebra and fringe-eared Oryx.

Ngorongoro, a UN World Heritage Site, is a multi-use conservation area covering 8,200 sq km. Here
you can find Maasai communities living side-by-side with game. It is known as the Cradle of
Mankind because of the ancient hominid finds from Oldupai Gorge that offer clues to the origins of
mankind. Descend into one of the worlds largest volcanic craters to see some 30,000 large
mammals. Here you find grassland, forests and swamps. Striking flocks of flamingos feed around
Lake Magadi while the rare black rhino may be found in surrounding grassland. Within the
conservation area there are a number of luxury lodges. Campsites, hotels and lodges at different
price ranges are found nearby in the Karatu area.

Olduvai Gorge
Serengeti, the land of endless plains has a national park covering 14,760 sq km and is famed for
the annual wildlife migration that occurs between December and July. You can access the park by
road or fly to the several airstrips in the vicinity. If your budget permits, take a dawn balloon ride to
really appreciate the vastness of this stunning natural wonder of the park that are also surrounded
by wildlife and striking scenery.

The Northern highlands are home to Mount Kilimanjaro that can be ascended by various routes
providing you are properly prepared for the grueling trek. These highlands are also home to
Tanzanias newest national park. Mkomazi, which covers 3,300 sq km, has witnessed a series of
amazing conservation efforts. These include the re-introduction of the critically endangered black
rhino and African wild dog.
Arusha, offers a nice break from the rigors of life on the African road, there are so many places to
stay, buying gifts, or camping and eat luxury, but also the place is has a green and enjoyable
weather throughout the year.

Beads crafts

However, if you are one of them who would like to enjoy about culture in Arusha, Cultural
heritage centre in Arusha is one of the best place to visit, they have a vast number local art crafts,
ornaments, Tanzanite and different jewels.

Arusha cultural heritage Centre

But also, find various opportunities to visit the different communities that live across the Northern
circuit. These include the world-famous cattle-keeping Maasai and the hunter-gatherer Hadzabe.