Hidden waterfalls. Underground lava caves. Geothermal springs.
Chagga culture. 14 years of local knowledge — built for you alone.
Every experience is private, led personally by Shaiya or a hand-picked local expert. No groups. No fixed schedules. Just you and the real Tanzania.
Three of Northern Tanzania's most spectacular waterfalls over three immersive days. Cultural meals, local guides, natural swimming pools, and Kilimanjaro views.
The real Arusha — markets, cultural heritage centre, local restaurants, Maasai crafts, and sunset at a rooftop bar with Meru views. The city most safari tourists completely miss.
Enter the Kilimanjaro rainforest via Marangu Gate. Hike to Mandara Huts through ancient montane forest, spot colobus monkeys, and feel the mountain's scale without committing to a summit.
Descend into one of East Africa's most extraordinary geological formations — ancient lava tubes stretching hundreds of metres underground. Few tourists ever find this.
Crystal-clear geothermal springs fed by Kilimanjaro snowmelt, followed by a working coffee plantation where you pick, process, and taste the beans with local farmers.
Two days based in Moshi exploring volcanic gorges, hidden waterfalls, and Chagga highland culture. Overnight at a boutique eco-lodge with direct Kilimanjaro views.
I was born and raised in Northern Tanzania. Every trail, every village, every waterfall in this guide — I've walked them hundreds of times. I know the best swimming hole at Chemka, the exact time the light hits Napuru Falls, and which family in Materuni makes the best coffee.
Every experience I offer is private. You're not joining a group — you're hiring a local expert who takes your specific interests and designs the day around them.
Local guides to Arusha — food, nightlife, day trips, where to stay and how to get around, from people who live here.
Eat & Stay
A starting shortlist of real local places, with a map for each. We'll happily build any of these into your trip — just ask.
A small, calm restaurant in the Njiro area of Arusha with an inviting interior and a varied menu — a quieter alternative to the busier town-centre spots.The basicsArea: Njiro Rd,…
Read more →A rooftop restaurant on Goliondoi Road in central Arusha, known for steaks and a relaxed open-air setting overlooking the city.The basicsArea: Goliondoi Rd, central ArushaType: Rooftop & SteakhousePhone: +255 749…
Read more →A long-established, busy restaurant in the centre of Arusha. Known for generous portions and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere — an easy, dependable choice when you're in town.The basicsArea: Haile Selassie…
Read more →A bright rooftop cafe on the upper floor of Arusha Mall, popular for breakfast, brunch and coffee with an open-air outlook over the city.The basicsArea: Arusha Mall (upper floor)Type: Cafe…
Read more →A relaxed restaurant and cafe in central Arusha with a leafy garden setting and a broad menu spanning pizza, grills and local dishes. Live music on some evenings.The basicsArea: Haile…
Read more →A rooftop restaurant and bar in central Arusha — a popular spot for sundowners and a casual meal, with an open-air outlook across town toward Mount Meru.The basicsArea: Simeon Rd,…
Read more →A Chinese restaurant on Kenyatta Road serving a wide menu of stir-fries, hot pot and classic dishes — one of the better-known spots in Arusha for Chinese food.The basicsArea: Kenyatta…
Read more →A lakeside restaurant on Lake Duluti near Tengeru, about 15 km from central Arusha. Food is cooked to order and the setting pairs naturally with a canoe outing on the…
Read more →An established upscale hotel in central Arusha with manicured gardens, an outdoor pool and a full restaurant — a comfortable base before or after safari.The basicsArea: Nyerere Rd, central ArushaType:…
Read more →A family-focused resort in Moshono on the edge of Arusha, with a water park, pools and play areas alongside accommodation — geared toward families and relaxed, activity-filled stays. Reached via…
Read more →A boutique hotel and spa in Arusha with comfortable rooms, a pool and an on-site restaurant — a calm mid-to-upper option close to town amenities.The basicsArea: White Rose Rd, ArushaType:…
Read more →A mid-range hotel set in spacious, gated grounds in Arusha — quiet and secluded despite being close to the city, and a practical pre- or post-safari stay.The basicsArea: Kundayo Rd,…
Read more →A central, mid-range hotel in Arusha with a rooftop area and pool, well placed for getting around town and arranging transfers.The basicsArea: Colonel Middleton Rd, central ArushaType: Mid-range HotelPhone: +255…
Read more →A budget hotel in the centre of Arusha with simple rooms, a rooftop and an included breakfast — a practical, low-cost base in the heart of town.The basicsArea: Station Rd,…
Read more →Tiki Beach is a hotel in Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Located in Zanzibar, VR Club Paje Palms is a hotel.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your…
Read more →Zula Zanzibar offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Mawimbi Bungalows offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Located in Zanzibar, Kobe Bungalows is a hotel.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes,…
Read more →Canary Hotel is a hotel in Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Malika Hotel is a hotel in Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Golden Palm Boutique Hotel is a hotel in Zanzibar.Facilities listed include free wifi.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary…
Read more →Golden Tulip is a hotel in Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Max Hotel offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa - Relais & Chateaux is a hotel in Jambiani road, Paje.Facilities listed include free wifi, air conditioning and bar.It's one of the places…
Read more →Lulu Bungalows Kiwengwa offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.Facilities listed include free wifi.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on…
Read more →Nungwi Heritage Resort offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.Facilities listed include free wifi.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on…
Read more →Located in Zanzibar, AVO Boutique Hotel is a hotel.Facilities listed include free wifi.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary…
Read more →Jambiani Villas offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Jambiani.Facilities listed include free wifi, air conditioning and bar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a…
Read more →Khulala Ocean Blue Bungalows offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own…
Read more →The Nest is a hotel in Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes, current…
Read more →Lala land Lodge offers accommodation in Zanzibar, Zanzibar.It's one of the places to stay in Zanzibar — we can build it into a Tanzania itinerary on request.[Add your own notes,…
Read more →Pick an experience above or message Shaiya directly — he'll build something custom around your dates and interests.
