Arusha National park and Tanzania Safaris

Arusha National Park is known for the black-and-white colobus monkeys, Mount Meru, swamps, lakes, waterfalls, and craters! A beautiful park with a wide diversity of landscapes and wildlife.

Our guests mainly like this park due to the abundance of birds and many different monkeys. The canoe and walking safaris are also popular. This offers guests the chance to see zebras, giraffes, and other animals up close and personal.

DESCRIPTION

Arusha National Park is a small charming park, located in the northeast of Tanzania. It is near the city of Arusha and provides great views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The park is a scenic and diverse park that offers a wide range of animal and plant species. And it also has a rich diversity of landscapes. From lakes, waterfalls, and swamps to volcanos, mountains, and tropical rainforests – the ideal reserve for all kinds of animals.

The swamps, rainforests, and lakes attract many beautiful birds including silvery-cheeked hornbills and thousands of pink-hued flamingos. This park is also the only place in northern Tanzania where you can easily spot the black-and-white colobus monkey.

MOUNT MERU

Mount Meru is located within Arusha National Park. This dormant volcano is Tanzania’s second-highest mountain at a height of 4,566 meters (14,990 feet). It is a beautiful, but challenging mountain to climb.

The panorama views from the summit over the steppes of the park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Momella Lakes are spectacular. A day hike on Mount Meru gives you another perspective and offers a nice change. We also organize climbs to the peak…

CANOEING ON THE LAKE OR WALKING SAFARI

One of the popular safari activities in Arusha national park is a canoe or walking safari with an armed ranger. The Momella lakes in the northeast for example offer a large variety of animals. They are in an open landscape and are home to hippos and all kinds of birds.

Countless bucks and buffalo can be seen near the lakes. A great change to enjoy wildlife up close, from a different perspective than sitting in a safari vehicle. Absolutely a memorable safari experience!

Arusha town is about 45 minutes away from Arusha National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro is about 50 km (31 miles) away.

ARUSHA FACTS

Mount Meru, second highest mountain in Tanzania, located in the heart of Arusha National Park.
Momella Lakes: seven shallow alkaline lakes.
Ngurdoto Crater: swampy crater inhabited by large variety of animals.
Stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.
Beautiful volcanic scenery and rain forest.
Giant fig tree forms arch across the road, large enough to drive a car through.

EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES TO DO IN ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK

Walking safari
Canoeing
Climbing Mount Meru
Visit Coffee Plantation
Cultural tour Arusha
Lake Duluti walk
Mountain bike tour (2, 3 or 5 hours)
Visit local market Prices on request.

TRAVEL TIME ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK

Arusha City to Arusha National Park: 45 min. drive.
Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City: 1 hour drive.
Arusha National Park to Tarangire / Lake Manyara: 2,5 hours’ drive.
Arusha Park to Ngorongoro: 3 hours’ drive.
The Arusha National Park to Serengeti: 5 hours’ drive (or take a direct flight).