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Arusha National Park Day Trip

Game drives · Walking safari · Canoeing on Momella Lakes · Mount Meru views

Just a short drive from Arusha town, Arusha National Park offers a diverse microcosm of Tanzanian landscapes: montane forest, open savannah, alkaline lakes, and the dramatic Mt. Meru. Perfect for a day escape, this trip combines wildlife spotting, walking safari, and a serene canoe experience.

Highlights

  • Morning game drive (giraffe, zebra, buffalo, flamingos)
  • Guided walking safari with ranger
  • Canoeing on Momella Lakes (flamingos & wildlife views)
  • Picnic lunch at a scenic waterfall/viewpoint
  • Possible sightings: black-and-white colobus monkeys
  • Spectacular views of Mount Meru
  • Small group & expert Maasai guide

Sample Itinerary

Activities: 07:30 pickup in Arusha. Enter the park and start a game drive through the savannah and forest. Look out for giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and the beautiful flamingos on Momella Lakes. Around mid‑morning, enjoy a guided walking safari (escorted by an armed ranger) – a unique chance to feel the bush on foot and learn about tracks, plants, and smaller wildlife.

Meals: Breakfast snack & bottled water provided

Activities: Picnic lunch at a beautiful spot near the lakes or waterfall. Afterwards, experience a tranquil canoe trip on one of the Momella Lakes (subject to water levels & season) – paddle while observing waterbirds, hippos (rare but present), and breathtaking views of Mt. Meru. Later, a short game drive en route to the park exit. Arrive back in Arusha around 17:30.

Meals: Picnic lunch & refreshments

Inclusions

  • Park entrance fees & VAT
  • Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English‑speaking guide (Maasai)
  • Armed ranger for walking safari
  • Canoeing equipment & guide
  • Picnic lunch, snacks & bottled water
  • All game drives as described

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks)
  • Optional hot air balloon (not available in this park)

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