Arusha National Park – Day Trip Safari

Arusha National Park covers an area of 552 square kilometers which is equal to 212 square miles. Being located in northern Tanzania, northeast of Arusha city center becomes the closest national park to Arusha town – northern Tanzania’s safari capital. Arusha National Park is a mult–faceted jewel, often overlooked buy safari goers, despite offering the opportunity to explore a beguiling diversity of habitats within a few hours.

2 zebra on brown grass field during daytime

Trip Highlights

Mount Meru: View this majestic, dormant volcano towering at 4,566 meters (14,980 feet), offering stunning landscapes and hiking opportunities.
Ngurdoto Crater: Explore this volcanic caldera, often called the "Little Ngorongoro," home to a variety of wildlife and lush vegetation.
Momella Lakes: Observe the beautiful alkaline lakes, which attract flamingos and other bird species, providing excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Woodland and Savannah: Experience diverse habitats, including dense forests, open savannahs, and rolling hills, supporting a variety of wildlife.
Game Viewing: Spot animals such as giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various antelopes, with fewer crowds compared to other national parks.
Walking Safaris: Enjoy guided walking safaris that offer a unique chance to explore the park’s flora and fauna up close.
Bird Watching: Discover over 400 bird species, including the rare and colorful Turaco and various raptors.
Cultural Encounters: Interact with local Maasai communities and learn about their traditions and lifestyles.

Destination/Region

Tanzania/Africa

Price from RM /person

Duration

1 day

Cost Details

three elephants walking on grass field during day

Includes

Day trip according to the itinerary
Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English-speaking guide
National Park Ranger
Meals according to the itinerary
Mineral water
All mentioned activities
All national park fees
Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the day trip

Excludes

X Flights

X Optional activities

X Any entry visa(IF ANY)

X Alcoholic and soft drinks

X Extra night at hotel or late check out charges

X Extra land transport fee

X Any extra expenses arising out of various/ unforeseen situations

like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes,

changes in Government regulations.

X Any packed food/snacks, canned drinks, energy drinks, mineral

water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutrition bars

X Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.

X All food and beverages other than on the itinerary

X Travel insurance

X Any unused item is not refundable or claimable

X Tips for guide(s) and porter(s).

Details Itinerary

You will be picked by your safari guide in the morning at 7:30 am from your hotel (Booked according to your package) in Arusha and take you to the Arusha National Park. The terrain of the park ranging from open savannah through acacia scrubland to Afro Mountain cloud and rain forest and Afro–alpine vegetation similar to Mount Kilimanjaro. The park has an incredible variety of fauna and flora, which cannot fail to impress. Hollywood also chose this region to film the movie “Hatari” in which Hardy Kruger starred alongside the legendary John Wayne.

Your day trip will include a visit to several alkaline lakes and the spectacular Ngurdoto Crater. Buffaloes, waterbucks, giraffes, warthogs, zebras and baboons can be seen all year round as well as many different bird species. At the Momella Gate, an armed ranger will be waiting for you to accompany you on your walking safari that will give you the chance to experience the wildlife up-close. Only a few other national parks in Tanzania give you such an opportunity and it is something that should not be missed. Lunch will be taken at a picnic place and in the afternoon, you will continue your tour in the safari vehicle through the Arusha National Park.
Hiking is allowed if accompanied by an armed guard and the climb up to Mount Meru is superb, often giving the best views available of Mount Kilimanjaro. At 4,556meters, Mount Meru is the fifth highest mountain in Africa and is located in Arusha National Park. Late in the afternoon you will drive back to Arusha.

Day Trip

Please note that this is the only guideline and outline program from day-by-day itinerary. There can be a lot of changes in those dates as per the weather and mountain conditions as well as personal health condition.