Arusha National Park Safari Guide
A compact park on the slopes of Mount Meru — perfect for a first-day safari with colobus monkeys, Kilimanjaro views, and canoeing on Momella Lakes.
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Best Time to Visit Arusha National Park
June to October for clear Kilimanjaro views. Year-round for forest wildlife. Morning visits are best for mountain views before clouds build.
Arusha National Park Safari Budget Guide
Park fees $53/adult/day. Often a half-day excursion from Arusha. Canoeing and walking safaris available at modest extra cost.
Getting to Arusha National Park
Just 30 minutes from Arusha city centre — the closest national park to the safari capital. Perfect for a first-day or last-day activity.
Arusha National Park is a small but beautiful park on the slopes of Mount Meru, just 30 minutes from Arusha. While lacking the big game density of the Serengeti, it offers a delightful introduction to Tanzanian wildlife with guaranteed sightings of black-and-white colobus monkeys, giraffes, buffalo, and a rich diversity of birdlife.
The park's highlights include canoeing on the Momella Lakes (surrounded by hippos and flamingos), walking safaris through montane forest, and — on clear days — some of the most spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the country. It's the perfect first-day activity after arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport.
Where to Stay in Arusha National Park
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