Arusha: Arusha National Park Safari

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ID: GYG1037511-1599470
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 12:00 hours


Description

Discover Arusha National Park on a guided safari. Enjoy a game drive, a walking safari with a ranger, and a picnic lunch amidst stunning landscapes.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi. Enjoy the scenic drive to Arusha National Park, passing coffee plantations and rural landscapes.

Arrive at the park gate and start your game drive. Spot wildlife like giraffes, zebras, and buffalo as you explore the park’s diverse ecosystems.

Visit Momella Lakes for birdwatching and flamingo spotting. Opt for a canoeing experience on the lake for a unique perspective of the park.

Stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic location. Enjoy a mix of local and continental fare, including salads, sandwiches, fruits, and fresh juice. Relax under the shade of acacia trees, keeping an eye out for monkeys and birds.

After lunch, embark on a guided walking safari with a ranger. Stroll through forest trails, learning about the park’s flora and fauna. Spot bird species like kingfishers and turacos, and observe monkey troops in their natural habitat.

Continue your game drive to the Ngurdoto Crater rim. Enjoy a guided walk along the rim, learning about the crater’s geological history. Spot marshland animals like buffalo, waterbuck, and warthogs. Capture stunning photos of the crater’s sunrise-lit walls.

Depart the park and return to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi, arriving by 6:00 PM.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of a game drive through Arusha National Park
  • Spot flamingos and other birds at the scenic Momella Lakes
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the park's stunning landscapes
  • Take a guided walking safari with a ranger through the park's foothills
  • Explore the Ngurdoto Crater rim and learn about its geological history

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dry season is ideal; rain season requires rainproof gear and flexible scheduling.
Drink bottled water; malaria prophylaxis recommended.
USD 10–20 p/p is customary for guides/rangers.
Canoe safari (~USD 20–30), cultural visit (~USD 20–50) typically optional and not always included.
INCLUDED
  • Lunch box
  • park fees
  • Guide salary
  • Transportation
  • bottled mineral water
NOT INCLUDED
  • Tips
  • accommodation
  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Personal Items
  • Optional activities like canoeing and cultural visit

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.