Arusha National Park Safari

A mountain, crater, lakes, and forests in one park

Arusha National Park is one of Tanzania's most accessible safari destinations, combining mountain scenery, woodland, open grassland, and alkaline lakes in a compact protected area close to the city.

This destination is ideal for travelers seeking a shorter safari, a walking adventure, or a gentle introduction before heading into the wider Northern Circuit. Spot giraffes, buffalo, zebra, colobus monkeys, and a wide mix of birdlife while enjoying calm scenery beneath Mount Meru.

Why Visit

Why Arusha National Park is worth visiting

Discover the landscapes, wildlife, and experiences that make this destination unforgettable.

Diverse Landscapes

Explore forest, grassland, crater viewpoints, lakes, and mountain scenery in one park.

Wildlife Close to Arusha

Enjoy a convenient safari with opportunities to see giraffes, buffalo, zebra, and primates.

Guided Walking Safari

Experience the landscape on foot with an authorized guide and ranger where available.

Birdlife and Lakes

Look for waterbirds around the Momella Lakes and forest species across the park.

Park FAQs

Answers to your Arusha National Park questions

Plan your Tanzania safari with confidence using our most helpful travel answers.

It combines the forested slopes of Mount Meru, Ngurdoto Crater, Momella Lakes, and some of the easiest wildlife viewing in northern Tanzania.

Yes. Arusha National Park is one of the best places for a guided walking safari, especially in the forest and open plains with a park ranger.

Absolutely. It is one of the closest and most convenient safari parks to Arusha, making it ideal for a day trip or a gentle first safari experience.

Giraffes, buffalo, zebra, warthogs, blue monkeys, baboons, and a wide range of birdlife are commonly seen, with sightings varying by the day.

The dry season from June to October offers excellent visibility and easier wildlife spotting, while the green season can be beautiful and less crowded.

Yes. It pairs well with Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and even a beach extension in Zanzibar.