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Set at the foot of Mount Meru — Tanzania's second-highest peak at 4,566 m — Arusha National Park compresses an astonishing range of habitats into a small area: montane forest, the Ngurdoto Crater, and the alkaline Momella Lakes.It's one of very few parks in Tanzania where you can walk on foot with an armed ranger and canoe on the lakes. Wildlife is smaller-scale than in the bigger reserves but includes giraffe, buffalo, colobus monkeys and flamingo.
Northern Circuit
552 km²
June – February
-3.25, 36.83
Set at the foot of **Mount Meru — Tanzania’s second-highest peak at 4,566 m — Arusha National Park offers an incredible variety of landscapes and habitats within a compact area. The park features lush montane forests, the dramatic Ngurdoto Crater, scenic Momella Lakes, open grasslands, and volcanic terrain.Known for unique experiences, Arusha National Park is one of the few places in Tanzania where visitors can enjoy walking safaris with an armed ranger and canoeing on the lakes. Wildlife includes giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, colobus monkeys, flamingos, and a variety of bird species.The park also serves as the starting point for the Mount Meru trekking adventure, offering an excellent acclimatization climb before Kilimanjaro. With its breathtaking scenery, diverse ecosystems, and stunning views of Mount Meru and surrounding landscapes, Arusha National Park provides an unforgettable safari experience close to Arusha city.
45 minutes by road from Arusha town / Kilimanjaro Airport.
An Arusha National Park safari offers a unique wildlife experience combining stunning landscapes, diverse habitats, and exciting outdoor adventures. Located near Arusha city and beneath the impressive Mount Meru, the park provides an ideal introduction to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.Visitors can expect scenic game drives through a variety of environments, including lush montane forests, open savannah, wetlands, and the beautiful Momella Lakes. The park is home to a range of wildlife such as giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, elephants, antelopes, hippos, and primates including black-and-white colobus monkeys and blue monkeys. Bird lovers can enjoy sightings of flamingos, eagles, turacos, and many other species.
A game drive is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Arusha National Park. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced guide, discovering the lush montane forests, open grasslands, Ngurdoto Crater, and scenic Momella Lakes while searching for giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, elephants, warthogs, antelopes, and unique primate species.
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Canoeing on the tranquil Momella Lakes is one of the most unique and peaceful experiences offered in Arusha National Park. Paddling across the calm waters provides a different perspective of the park’s landscapes, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Meru while observing wildlife from a quiet and non-intrusive approach.
Guided canoe trips offer opportunities to spot animals along the lake shores, including buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and various bird species. The lakes are also known for their rich birdlife, with sightings of flamingos, pelicans, herons, and other water birds creating unforgettable moments for nature lovers and photographers.
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One of the most memorable experiences on an Arusha National Park safari is the opportunity to encounter the graceful giraffes that roam the park’s open grasslands and forest edges. Known as one of the park’s most iconic animals, giraffes can often be seen browsing on acacia trees while moving peacefully through the scenic landscapes beneath Mount Meru.
Arusha National Park provides excellent opportunities to observe these gentle giants alongside other wildlife species, including buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, antelopes, and various bird species. With the guidance of an experienced safari guide, visitors can learn about giraffe behavior, habitat, and their important role within the park’s ecosystem.
Giraffe sightings in Arusha National Park offer:
The best months to visit Arusha National Park are from June to October and January to March, when weather conditions are favorable and wildlife viewing is at its best. Its location near Arusha city makes it a convenient year-round safari destination.
Explore lush forests, scenic lakes, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable safari experiences just moments from Arusha city.
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