Arusha National Park Safaris & Tours
Mount Meru views, Momella Lakes and walking safaris, less than an hour from Arusha town.
About Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park is small, green and full of variety. In one day you can visit Ngurdoto Crater, the colourful Momella Lakes and the forested slopes of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest mountain.
The park is great for giraffe, buffalo, zebra, black-and-white colobus monkeys and flamingos. It is also one of the few parks in northern Tanzania where you can enjoy a guided walking safari with an armed ranger.
Good to know
- Perfect for your first or last day in Tanzania
- Walking safaris and canoeing are offered
- Mount Meru climbs start inside the park
- Clear days often bring views of Kilimanjaro
Highlights
Walking safaris
Walk with an armed park ranger and get close to giraffe and buffalo.
Momella Lakes
Shallow alkaline lakes that often host flamingos and many water birds.
Colobus monkeys
The forest is one of the best places to see black-and-white colobus.
Mount Meru
Climb Tanzania’s second-highest peak on a 3- or 4-day trek.
Best time to visit
Dry season. Clear skies and the best mountain views.
Warm and mostly dry, with good chances of seeing Kilimanjaro.
Long rains. Forest is very green; trails can be muddy.
Short rains with fresh scenery.
Arusha safaris and tours
Hand-picked trips that include Arusha National Park. Every trip can be tailored to your dates, budget and travel style.
MOUNT MERU 4-DAY CLIMBING
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Arusha National Park in one day?
Yes. Most guests visit as a full-day or half-day trip from Arusha or Moshi.
Are there lions in Arusha National Park?
Lions are not part of the main experience here. Come for giraffe, colobus monkeys, flamingos, walking safaris and Mount Meru.
How hard is Mount Meru?
Meru is a steep climb but shorter than Kilimanjaro. It is also excellent acclimatisation before a Kilimanjaro trek.