A perfect day trip from Arusha city. Despite its small size, Arusha National Park packs incredible diversity — from the Momella Lakes to the Ngurdoto Crater and the slopes of Mount Meru. See giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and the elusive colobus monkey.
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Towering over the park at 4,566 metres, Mount Meru provides a spectacular backdrop to every game drive and walking safari.
A series of shallow alkaline lakes teeming with flamingos, pelicans, and stunning reflections of Mount Meru on clear days.
Arusha is one of the best places to spot the black-and-white colobus monkey, leaping gracefully through the canopy.
Explore the park on foot with an armed ranger — a thrilling way to experience the bush up close and personal.
Paddle across the Momella Lakes accompanied by resident hippos and a symphony of bird calls.
Convenient transfers from any Arusha hotel make this the easiest safari to add to any Tanzania itinerary.
A classic 1-day Arusha National Park safari itinerary. All tours are fully customizable.
Morning game drive through Ngurdoto Crater with views of giraffes, zebras, and buffalos against the Mount Meru backdrop.
Picnic lunch overlooking the Momella Lakes with flamingos and pelicans. Optional canoe safari on the lake.
Canoeing on the lake or a guided walking safari with an armed ranger through the groundwater forest. Return to Arusha.
Boutique lodge set on a working coffee plantation with elegant rooms, spa, and farm-to-table dining.
Charming lodge at the foot of Mount Meru with spacious grounds, pool, and resident wildlife including bushbuck and monkeys.
Modern city hotel in central Arusha with luxurious rooms, rooftop pool, and excellent restaurant.
Let our safari experts design the perfect Arusha National Park itinerary for you. Whether you're dreaming of colobus monkeys, Mount Meru views, or a quick day trip — we'll make it happen.
