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Arusha National Park Day Trip is a unique safari experience that combines wildlife viewing, scenic landscapes, and optional walking or canoeing activities. Located just a short drive from Arusha town, the park is home to Mount Meru, the second-highest mountain in Tanzania, as well as diverse ecosystems including forest, lakes, and open savannah. Unlike other national parks, Arusha allows guided walking safaris, offering a closer connection with nature. You may spot giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, colobus monkeys, flamingos, and a wide variety of bird species. This tour is perfect for travelers looking for a relaxed and diverse safari within a single day.
Morning: Pick-up & Transfer
You will be picked up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi in the morning and driven to Arusha National Park. The drive takes about 30–90 minutes depending on your location.
Morning: Game Drive
Upon arrival, begin your game drive through different habitats including forest and open grassland. You may spot giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, and monkeys.
Midday: Walking Safari (Optional)
Enjoy a guided walking safari with an armed ranger, offering a unique opportunity to experience wildlife up close and learn about the environment.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location inside the park, often near the Momella Lakes with views of wildlife and birds.
Afternoon: Canoeing or Continued Game Drive
Optional canoeing safari on Momella Lakes (additional cost) where you can see hippos, water birds, and animals along the shoreline. Alternatively, continue with a game drive.
Evening: Return Transfer
In the late afternoon, drive back to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi, arriving in the early evening.
| Number of People | Price Per Person | Total Price | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $200 | $200 | - |
| 2 People | $170 | $340 | $60 |
| 3 – 4 People | $150 | $450 – $600 | $150 – $200 |
| 5–7 People | $130 | Depends on group size | Best Value |
You can see giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, colobus monkeys, warthogs, and various bird species.
Lions are very rare in this park, but the focus is on scenery and other wildlife.
It is one of the few parks in Tanzania where you can do walking safaris and canoeing.
Yes, it is a great option for families due to its proximity and relaxed pace.
It is about 30 to 90 minutes drive depending on your location.
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