Cities

The attractive little town of Arusha is situated beneath the towering peaks of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro. Renowned as the safari capital of Tanzania, it offers a plethora of attractions and adventures.

Despite its name, which means “abode of peace” in Arabic, Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest and busiest city. It is the country’s most important business and commercial hub and is situated right on the Indian Ocean.

Dar es Salaam is the main port of call for most visitors, as it is an ideal location from which to access both the wilderness areas and the beaches of Tanzania and Zanzibar.

On the shores of Lake Victoria, Kisumu is a quaint colonial-style town that is home to one of Kenya's largest open markets and the popular Kisumu Impala Sanctuary. Providing excellent access to the lake upon which it sits, Kisumu is an ideal quiet stopping off pointon a longer journey.

A window into Kenya's past, sleepy Lamu is one of the last true vestiges of traditional Swahili life.

A slice of paradise, the small coastal town of Malindi and the sleepy village of Watamu are perfect for those wanting to get away from it all.