Taking a Taxi at Arusha Kilimanjaro Airport
If you plan on exploring the Arusha and Moshi areas and some of the nearby national parks in Tanzania, the most convenient way to start your trip is with a taxi from Kilimanjaro Airport in Arusha. Beat the heat and the crowds as you enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle to your accommodation in Arusha.
Shared and private taxis are available from right outside the terminal whenever a flight is scheduled to land. Door-to-door rides to Arusha usually take at least 1 hour and 20 minutes, or 1 hour to the township of Moshi.
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What are the current Kilimanjaro Airport taxi prices?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| KILIMANJARO AIRPORT ➙ ARUSHA CITY CENTER | 50 € | 70 € | 75 MIN |
| KILIMANJARO AIRPORT ➙ MOSHI | 40 € | 70 € | 1 HR |
| KILIMANJARO AIRPORT ➙ MOUNT MERU | 40 € | 70 € | 1 HR 30 MIN |
| KILIMANJARO AIRPORT ➙ ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK | 40 € | 70 € | 1 HR 30 MIN |
| KILIMANJARO AIRPORT ➙ KARATU | 95 € | 130 € | 3 HR 30 MIN |
Kilimanjaro Airport taxi rates
Taxis in Arusha are safe and reliable, but don’t expect to come across set rates or fixed fares for private taxis. In most cases, you’ll need to negotiate a price with the driver before you start the ride.
The average fare for a Kilimanjaro Airport transfer to Arusha city center for up to three passengers with luggage is between €50 (135,800 and €70 (TZS 190,430), depending on the operator. If you’re traveling to Mount Meru or USA River/Arusha National Park, expect to pay between €40 (TZS 108,615) and €70 (TZS 190,000).
Alternatively, you can opt for a shared Kilimanjaro Airport taxi in a minivan to either Moshi or Arusha for €3.70 (TZS 10,000) per person. Rates for both taxi options usually increase at night.
To ensure you receive a competitive, fixed rate and a professional, door-to-door service, you can always pre-book your Kilimanjaro Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
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Where to take a taxi from Kilimanjaro Airport?
You won’t find a Kilimanjaro Airport taxi rank right outside the terminal building. Instead, you’ll need to walk across the forecourt to the car park, where drivers and their vehicles will be waiting. Official Kilamjoro Airport taxis are white with black and orange/red stripes, whereas shared minivan taxis can be any color but should have the company logo on display.
Taxis tend to show up when a flight is scheduled to land, so if you get held with Immigration or Baggage Claim, you may have to wait for another one to turn up. To ensure that a vehicle will be waiting for you as soon as you land, we recommend pre-booking your taxi from Kilimanjaro Airport in Arusha with Welcome Pickups. You’ll enjoy a meet-and-greet service and be driven directly to the door of your hotel or guest house.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Kilimanjaro Airport
- Always agree on a price upfront before starting your ride.
- Unless you book in advance, it’s likely not possible that you’ll be able to pay for your Kilimanjaro Airport taxi by credit card. With this in mind, make sure you arrive with some Tanzanian shillings.
- If no taxis are waiting, ask an airport staff member to phone a Kilimanjaro Airport taxi number on your behalf. Keep in mind that the nearest town is around 1 hour away, so unless you have a vehicle pre-booked and secured, you risk a lengthy wait time.
- Tipping isn’t expected for shorter taxi rides in Tanzania, although it is normal to round up the fare or leave the change. If you’ve booked a multi-day service with a taxi provider, a tip will be expected at the end of your trip.
- To help overcome any language barriers, be sure to have your address written down to show your driver. It can also help to have your hotel’s phone number on hand so that the driver can call and confirm directions if needed.
- Only use an official taxi from Kilimanjaro Airport. Drivers should have their registration details on display, and a vehicle number will be visible on the vehicle.
- If you’re traveling in a group or have lots of luggage, we suggest pre-booking your airport taxi with Welcome Pickups to ensure a vehicle that suits your needs is ready when you arrive.
- A standard Kilimanjaro Airport taxi can seat three passengers and a suitcase each. If you're traveling with little to no luggage, three adults and a child could fit, but four adults might be a tight squeeze.
A Kilimanjaro Airport taxi to hotel
Public transport options from Kilimanjaro Airport are non-existent, so the only way to guarantee a ride will be available for you is by arranging your taxi in advance. Moreover, having to negotiate a price with a driver on arrival when you don’t speak the language can be stressful.
Start your trip off relaxed and stress-free with a quick and seamless ride into Arusha or Moshi with an English-speaking driver. Stretch out in a spacious vehicle with plenty of room for luggage with the peace of mind that you’ll be dropped straight to your door.
