Arusha Region Landmarks

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Arusha Region Landmarks

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  • USALouise
    Illinois808 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The museum and grounds at Olduvai Gorge are very modern and clean, and make for an essential stop in Tanzania. The museum is small but has amazing artifacts. It was so interesting to view human remains which I have only read about in college textbooks. We toured the museum by ourselves, but then heard an oral history given by a Maasai volunteer, who we tipped for his services. The view of the gorge is incredible and so interesting to see all the historical layers.

    Most tourists probably skip this exhibit (we were the only ones in the museum when we visited), but I think it is an essential stop to see examples of early mankind. It also makes for a nice stop on the road from Ngorongoro to the Central Serengeti (nice clean bathrooms too). The magnetic Shifting Sands are also nearby, although we did not stop to see them.
    Written 24 September 2022
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  • Margaret F
    Sydney, Australia27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Such a wonderful opportunity to visit this amazing community. We were met with great enthusiasm by everyone there - staff and students. The value of education is high and much appreciated by all the students. We were made to feel valued and very much at home for the three days we spent at the school. Meeting Gemma Sisa was a highlight along with the bright and welcoming students in each campus we visited. This is a truly memorable experience that is very rewarding.
    Written 2 November 2024
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  • Keith
    Brentwood, CA6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were taken to a typical village and experienced how people live on very little and our able to survive day by day on their ingenuity.
    Written 7 August 2018
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  • Annieclimb
    Madison, WI55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive performing arts education facility, state park f the art open-air theatre, 6000+ volume music library, cultural housing display, collection of local indigenous instruments, that gives instruction , tours, and performances. They employ a professional group of dancers and musicians. Their chef cooks meals in an outdoor kitchen over a fire that are outstanding
    Written 19 October 2024
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  • 345christine
    Vienna, Austria8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is very impressive what has been achieved in only 10 years. It is realy worth to see the project.
    Written 17 September 2018
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  • Stephie
    Sutton, UK3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    As a fan of human history I loved taking a step back in time, though there not so much to see. Did not mind the short detour on our way to Serengeti
    Written 20 March 2022
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  • luc_robert
    Merelbeke, Belgium207 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    For visiting real Tanzania and Masaipeople, a travel to Engaruka is recommended. The village shows how people lives. The ruins are worth visiting because of the pretty setting. Guiding by a Masai provides a different view on western way of life.
    Written 17 September 2018
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  • Scenic50124277428
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Philipos coffee farm is a local family business and a great experience to visit! We really enjoyed it. He told us everything about coffee and we were able to try the steps for coffee making, and the coffee itself.
    Written 24 February 2024
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  • Pernickity
    Scotland79 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    We travelled for hours to go and see the Laetoli footprints only to find them covered up! Do check before travelling. Unesco are investigating if there are more footprints so won't allow Tanzania to build a museum yet so the footprints have been covered to preserve them. There is a small museum and a lovely guide but it just isn't worth the time and effort to see volcanic rock covering the footprints....You can see some animal footprints but not the human ones that we had expected to be able to see. Not surprised to find the previous visitors had been nearly 2 months before!
    Written 2 October 2019
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  • Tanzanite Gems Cultural Tourism
    Mererani, Tanzania27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well organized program,enjoyed,all of us enjoy Walk around mining area and talked to miners around mining compaund...
    Written 29 April 2024
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  • Monica D
    Washington DC69 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Sunday Mass is a great way to experience a small piece of people's lives, and it is humbling to see how deep people's faith is. The choir sings beautifully. Both men and women, young and old, participate with deep devotion. People in Arusha are so warm, welcoming, and good-humoured at all times.
    As our safari guide told us at the end of the safari: "You have seen the animals, now see the people".
    Sit towards the back of the church, so as not to disturb the service.
    Written 25 July 2018
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  • Nick K
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Terra Flora is the Company to look out for when you want to experience genuine discovery of Gemstones. The Gem mining tour led by Nora Saul was trully educativie and enjoyable. We learned to appreciate the beauty of gemstones even more when we saw how much hard work is done to provide us with the beautiful gemstones of Tanzania. The work done by miners, gemologists and jewellery makers make a gemstone worth every dime spent. Field Gemology is also a rare profession and i see Nora going a long way with her safaris. Keep it up Nora. I recommend Terra Flora to anyone wanting a true adventure in exploring the Gemstone World.
    Written 8 November 2024
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  • betsy h
    Washington DC, DC14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had. Fantastic guide (Mesinga) that was very flexible to move the schedule around based on what we wanted. He was very personable and great sense of humor. He had an excellent eye for spotting game.
    We had a medical situation due to allergic reaction and our guide immediately took action by contacting the tele-doctor and ensured that a doctor would be available at the hospital.
    Written 6 January 2024
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  • sandrahS5431PK
    Lichfield, UK36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took a drive up in the morning as heard about this word of mouth. The site manager let us in, we bought a couple of drinks and had a real chill out. Great way to laze away a couple of hours - just us, the friendly site manager and a couple of friendly dogs . Fantastic views, clean toilets and optional music - must go back with the family/ friends one evening and during the day when there’s a clear sky
    Written 13 August 2024
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