Arusha Nationalpark Day Trip
Introduction
Arusha National Park Safari is one of the smaller parks of Tanzania and is a popular destination for day trips due to its proximity to Moshi and Arusha.
Despite its size, the park offers a spectacular landscape and a diverse wildlife population.
Only a few parks offer the possibility of a walking safari – where you have a unique opportunity to observe the wild animals at close quarters.
The park’s three most significant features include Mount Meru (Tanzania’s second highest peak at 4566m), the notably different coloured Momella Lakes, and the 3km wide Ngurdoto Crater, which was formed about fifteen million years ago. Because of its stunning beauty, many scenes of the Hollywood classic “Hatari” starring John Wayne and Hardy Krüger were filmed here.
Only a few parks offer the possibility of a walking safari – where you have a unique opportunity to observe the wild animals at close quarters.
The park’s three most significant features include Mount Meru (Tanzania’s second highest peak at 4566m), the notably different coloured Momella Lakes, and the 3km wide Ngurdoto Crater, which was formed about fifteen million years ago. Because of its stunning beauty, many scenes of the Hollywood classic “Hatari” starring John Wayne and Hardy Krüger were filmed here.
ITINERARY
You will be picked up in the morning by our guide at your accommodation. Together, you will head to the entrance of Arusha National Park, the Ngongongare Gate. After the formalities are finished, the day’s adventure can start.
Despite its size, the park offers a spectacular landscape and a diverse wildlife population. Giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalos, warthogs, baboons, colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and other animals can be seen all year round – as well as a large variety of bird species. With luck, you will also see leopards, elephants and hyenas.
First we will drive to the Momella Gate where an armed ranger will be waiting for you to accompany you on a walking safari. Here you will have the unique opportunity to observe the wild animals close up. Only a few other National Parks in Tanzania give you such an opportunity and it is something that should not be missed.
After thoroughly enjoying the walking safari, you will have lunch at a picnic spot with a wonderful view over the Momella lakes. In the afternoon you will continue with an exciting gamedrive, where you will see the Ngurdoto Crater and other places. During the drive, your experienced guide will tell you everything you need to know about the park, the landscape and the animals.
In the late afternoon, just before the park closes, your driver will escort you back to your accommodation. On the way back, you can enjoy the sunset and your memories of the day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Lunchbox
- Mineral water
- All mentioned activities
- All National Park fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Travel insurance