Overview & Summary
Discover the hidden gem of Tanzania's National Parks on this 2-day Arusha National Park adventure. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, this compact park offers remarkable ecological diversity from montane forests and open savannah to alkaline lakes and a volcanic crater. Spot giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and the distinctive black and white colobus monkeys while enjoying rare activities including canoeing on Momella Lakes and guided walking safaris. Perfect for travelers seeking a quick wilderness escape or a peaceful add-on to longer itineraries.
Full Itinerary
Game Drives & Momella Lakes Canoeing Safari
Your adventure begins with morning pickup from your Arusha accommodation. After a scenic 45-minute drive, you'll enter Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania's most ecologically diverse protected areas. Embark on a guided game drive through acacia woodlands and open grasslands, spotting giraffes gracefully browsing treetops, zebras grazing on the savannah, and Cape buffalo herds moving across the plains. Keep your eyes on the forest canopy for the park's famous black-and-white colobus monkeys leaping among the branches.
After a picnic lunch overlooking the stunning Momella Lakes, enjoy a unique canoeing safari on the lakes—a rare opportunity to observe waterbirds, hippos, and shoreline wildlife from a peaceful vantage point with Mount Meru as your backdrop. The alkaline lakes often host flocks of flamingos, adding splashes of pink to the scenery. Late afternoon, exit the park and transfer to your lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Eco Charming Homestay
Guided Ranger Walk, Caldera Viewpoints & Game Drive
After breakfast, return to Arusha National Park for a morning walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger—a rare chance to experience the African bush on foot. Walk through lush montane forests and open clearings, learning about animal tracks, medicinal plants, and smaller wildlife from your expert guide.
Continue with a game drive to the breathtaking Ngurdoto Crater, a volcanic caldera stretching 3 kilometers wide with a swampy floor visible from scenic viewpoints. Observe wildlife from above as buffalo, warthogs, and waterbuck graze in the crater bottom. Enjoy a final picnic lunch surrounded by nature before embarking on an afternoon game drive exploring different park sections, including riverine forests and additional lake viewpoints. Begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon with drop-off at your accommodation.
END OF OUR SERVICESInclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
- All park entry fees and government taxes
- 1 night accommodation at Eco Charming Homestay (or equivalent lodge/camping)
- Meals as specified: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Guided game drives as per itinerary
- Walking safari with armed ranger
- Canoeing safari on Momella Lakes
- Pickup and drop-off at your Arusha accommodation
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Alcoholic and soft beverages (except water)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs and snacks
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Accommodation before and after the tour (unless booked)
- Mount Meru climbing or extended trekking
Optional Activities
