Arusha National Park is one of Tanzania’s most scenic and accessible national parks, located just a short drive from Arusha city. Despite being one of Tanzania’s smaller parks, it offers remarkable diversity, including lush montane forests, open savannahs, sparkling lakes, and the dramatic slopes of Mount Meru.
Highlights
- Walking safaris with armed rangers
- Mount Meru trekking opportunities
- Momella Lakes with flamingos
- Ngurdoto Crater
- Rich birdlife
- Colobus monkeys and giraffes
Wildlife
Visitors may encounter giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, bushbucks, waterbucks, blue monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and numerous bird species.
Best Time to Visit
- June to October: Dry season, excellent wildlife viewing.
- November to May: Green season, ideal for birdwatching.
Activities
- Game drives
- Canoeing
- Walking safaris
- Birdwatching
- Mount Meru trekking