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Arusha National Park ( Day trip )

Day trips

  • 6–8 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Arusha National Park is a unique and captivating destination in Tanzania that offers a diverse range of ecosystems, stunning landscapes, and cultural encounters. Despite its smaller size compared to other national parks in the country, One of the park's notable highlights is Mount Meru, the second-highest peak in Tanzania. This majestic mountain provides a thrilling trekking experience for adventurous visitors, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and, on clear days, even glimpses of the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro. Overall, Arusha National Park stands out for its ecological diversity, the grandeur of Mount Meru, the beauty of the Momella Lakes, the intrigue of the Ngurdoto Crater, and the opportunity for cultural immersion. Whether exploring the landscapes, encountering wildlife, trekking the mountain, or engaging with local communities, visitors to Arusha National Park are in for a truly unique and memorable experience in Tanzania's natural and cultural wonders.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Parking fees are included
  • Safari Jeep is included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch box is available during the tour
  • Drinking mineral water is included

What's not

  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Airport/Departure Tax is not included
  • Tips for your guide and your driver
  • Walking Safari
  • Horse Riding
  • Canoeing

Itinerary

  1. Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Arusha to Arusha National Park, a short drive away, for a perfect blend of wildlife encounters and cultural immersion. Start with a thrilling game drive through the park's grassy plains, spotting majestic giraffes, majestic buffalos, zebras, and graceful antelopes. Admire the awe-inspiring Mount Meru, the park's dominant feature, and explore the Ngurdoto Crater, a collapsed volcanic caldera teeming with lush vegetation and playful monkeys. Take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the park's picturesque surroundings, basking in the natural beauty and tranquility. Visit the stunning Momella Lakes, known for their vibrant colors and abundant birdlife, including elegant flamingos. Reflect on the incredible experiences of the day as you return to Arusha in the evening, where your day trip concludes.

    8 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
Pickup Location: Shoppers, Arusha Address: 456 Market Street, Arusha, Tanzania Shoppers near Kilombero Market: Head towards Kilombero Market, which serves as a reference point.
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Operated by
Home Villa Expeditions
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Arusha

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 350 day trips we list in Arusha.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Arusha

Arusha, in northern Tanzania beneath Mount Meru, is the starting point for safaris to the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire.

The town sits on the green lower slopes of Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest peak, with coffee farms and banana groves on its outskirts and a busy central market at its heart. Arusha National Park, just outside town, offers walking safaris, canoeing on the Momella Lakes, colobus monkeys in the forest and the climb up Meru itself.

Top-ranked sights in Arusha: Lake Manyara National Park, Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, Arusha National Park.

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