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OYA Activities
OYA is not only a place to stay — it is our home, our neighbourhood and the Tanzania we love.
The places we share are the ones we love ourselves: walking in Arusha National Park, canoeing on Lake Duluti at sunset, having lunch with local families, visiting coffee farms, cycling through the villages around Mount Meru, or swimming near hidden waterfalls. Some days are adventurous — a hike on Mount Kilimanjaro, a trip to Materuni or Chemka. Others are simpler: meeting neighbours, sharing stories, discovering daily life, or taking time to enjoy the landscape.
All of them are an invitation to slow down, meet people and discover Northern Tanzania beyond the usual routes. Everything is close to OYA, and everything is chosen with the same idea in mind: less tourism, more connection, because sometimes the best memories come from simple moments shared with others.
Arusha National Park
Game drive and walking safari
Only 5 minutes from OYA Guest House, Arusha National Park is one of our favourite places nearby. Spend the day exploring its forests, open landscapes and lakes, looking for giraffes, buffalos, warthogs and colourful birds.
The experience combines a game drive with a guided walk, offering a slower way to discover the park, with beautiful views of Mount Meru, Tululusia Waterfall and, on clear days, even Kilimanjaro.
Kilimanjaro Day Trip
Hike in the Kilimanjaro Foothills
Spend a day on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and discover a small part of Africa’s highest mountain without doing the full climb. This guided walk follows the Marangu Route through beautiful rainforest, where you may spot monkeys, unique plants and enjoy the fresh mountain air. A great option if you would like to experience Kilimanjaro at a slower pace and spend a day in nature while getting a taste of the mountain.
Moshi Escape
Materuni Waterfall
& Chemka Hot Springs
Spend the day between waterfalls, coffee and warm spring water. Start with a walk to Materuni Waterfall near Moshi, passing through the village and lush green landscapes, then discover the local Chagga coffee tradition and share a homemade lunch.
Later, slow down and relax in the clear blue waters of Chemka Hot Springs, surrounded by tropical scenery.
Taste of Arusha
Coffee Tour, Maangalia
Waterfall & Lake Duluti
Spend the day exploring some of our favourite places around OYA Guest House.
Learn about local coffee traditions, take a walk to the hidden Maangalia Waterfall, and after a traditional local lunch, head to Lake Duluti for a gentle one-hour canoe ride on its calm waters, surrounded by forest and birdsong. A simple day of nature, local stories, and beautiful landscapes.
Tanzanian Lunch
Authentic Experience at Hosiana's Home
Share a truly authentic Tanzanian meal inside a local family home and experience genuine hospitality beyond tourism. Learn how to prepare traditional Swahili dishes such as chapati and green bananas — a famous northern Tanzania specialty — while discovering everyday life, local culture, and homemade cooking in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Arusha Cultural Tour
Sanaa Foundation &
Cultural Heritage
Discover the artistic and cultural side of Arusha through local craftsmanship and African art. Visit the inspiring Sanaa Foundation artisan workshop, which empowers people with disabilities through craftsmanship, explore the famous Cultural Heritage Centre — home to one of East Africa’s largest collections of African art and cultural treasures — and finish the experience with a visit to Arusha’s vibrant local central market.
Meru Scenic Experience
Napuru Waterfall
Lake Duluti & Meru viewpoint
Escape into nature with a scenic hike to the hidden Napuru Waterfall, followed by a peaceful canoe ride on Lake Duluti with lunch by the water, surrounded by calm landscapes.
End the day at Meru Paradise, taking in panoramic views over Arusha, Mount Meru, and — on a clear day — Mount Kilimanjaro.
Cycling Adventure
Coffee tour & cycling through Meru villages
Cycle through the countryside around Mount Meru and pass through local villages, farms and green landscapes. Along the way, visit a traditional coffee farm and discover how coffee is grown, harvested and prepared.
A relaxed ride that brings you closer to everyday life in the region, nature, and the people who live here.