Arusha National Park Day Trip

After completing the necessary park entry procedures, begin your game drive through the park.
The landscape changes as you move between forest, grassland and open areas, with Mount Meru providing an impressive backdrop.
Your guide will explain the different ecosystems and help you identify wildlife along the way.

Wildlife Game Drive
Arusha National Park offers a different type of safari experience from the large savannah parks of the Northern Circuit.
During your game drive, you may encounter:
Giraffes
Buffaloes
Zebras
Warthogs
Bushbuck
Waterbuck
Impalas
Baboons
Monkeys
Other antelope species
Numerous bird species
The park's diverse habitats mean that wildlife encounters can vary considerably from one area to another.

Mount Meru Views
One of the defining features of Arusha National Park is Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest mountain.
On clear days, the mountain creates an incredible backdrop for the safari.
The combination of:
Mount Meru + Forest + Savannah + Wildlife
makes Arusha National Park particularly attractive to photographers and travelers who appreciate landscapes as much as wildlife.

Momella Lakes
Continue toward the beautiful Momella Lakes, a group of shallow alkaline lakes within the park.
The lakes attract a variety of waterbirds and other wildlife.
Depending on the season and water conditions, you may see:
Flamingos
Buffaloes
Giraffes
Waterbuck
Warthogs
Various waterbirds
The lakes also provide some of the park's most scenic viewpoints.

Forest Experience
As you explore the park, your route may pass through areas of montane forest.
These forests provide habitat for different species of primates and birds.
Keep an eye out for:
Colobus monkeys
Blue monkeys
Baboons
Forest birds
The forest environment creates a very different atmosphere from the open plains of Serengeti or Tarangire.

Midday – Picnic Lunch
Around midday, stop at an appropriate picnic area for lunch.
Relax and enjoy your meal surrounded by the natural environment.
Your guide will advise you on the appropriate location and safety procedures.

After lunch, continue the game drive through additional areas of the park.

Your guide will select suitable routes based on:

• Wildlife movements
• Weather
• Road conditions
• Season
• Available time

This provides another opportunity to photograph wildlife and enjoy the scenery around Mount Meru.

After a rewarding day exploring Arusha National Park, begin your journey out of the park.

Enjoy your final views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscapes before returning toward Arusha.

Arrive back in Arusha and your guide will drop you off at your hotel or agreed location.