Arusha National Park Day Tour

Experience Wildlife, Lakes & Scenic Landscapes Just Outside Arusha

Arusha National Park Day Tour

Enjoy a full-day adventure through Arusha National Park — a hidden gem just a short drive from the city. Discover stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views of Mount Meru on this unforgettable day trip.

Itinerary Overview

This one-day tour offers the perfect combination of scenic beauty and wildlife viewing. Located just 45 minutes from Arusha town, Arusha National Park is home to giraffes, buffaloes, colobus monkeys, zebras, and a variety of birdlife — all set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Meru and the Momella Lakes.

Day by Day Activities

Morning: Departure from Arusha

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha around 8:00 AM and drive to Arusha National Park. Begin your adventure with a game drive through the park’s varied habitats — open savannah, montane forest, and alkaline lakes filled with flamingos.

Midday: Nature Walk and Picnic Lunch

Enjoy a guided nature walk with a park ranger at the foothills of Mount Meru, where you might spot giraffes, buffalo, warthogs, and baboons up close. Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch overlooking the Momella Lakes.

Afternoon: Canoeing or Final Game Drive

After lunch, enjoy a short canoeing excursion on the lakes (optional) or continue with another game drive through the park before heading back to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Inclusions

  • ✔ Park entry fees
  • ✔ Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • ✔ 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • ✔ Picnic lunch and bottled water
  • ✔ Government taxes and levies

Exclusions

  • ✖ Tips for guide and driver
  • ✖ Optional canoeing activity
  • ✖ Personal travel insurance
  • ✖ Alcoholic drinks and souvenirs
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Quick Facts

  • Distance from Arusha: ~45 minutes
  • Best time: Year-round (dry season ideal for wildlife)
  • Elevation: 1,400–4,566 m (Mount Meru)
  • Wildlife: Giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, colobus monkeys, flamingos
  • Optional: Canoeing & walking safaris available

TRANSFERS


Transfers can be arranged between the airport, Arusha/Moshi and between hotels, restaurants and attractions, either on a seat-in-coach basis, or the private hire of an entire vehicle. All pick-up times are arranged to tie in with flight departures and scheduled tours. Our guides work to this timetable, collecting guests from each hotel en route to their intended destination.

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