Arusha National Park, spanning 552 sq km, is a gem in the Arusha Region, a renowned city for tours and travel in northeastern Tanzania. The park’s centerpiece is the imposing Mount Meru, a 4566-m-high volcanic mountain. Despite its relatively small size, the park’s exceptional landscape, including the Meru Crater and the Jekukumia River, makes it a haven for safari adventures. The peak of Mount Meru, perched on the edge of the crater, offers a view that is nothing short of extraordinary.

Arusha National Park is neighboring Ngurdoto Crater in the southeast, which offers a calm grassland plain. The shallow alkaline lakes named Momella to the park’s northeast provide a remarkable view of varying algal colors and wading birds.

Some of the lakes in Arusha National Park support suitable blue-green algae needed for the well-known pink Flamingos to feed on, while other lakes support a variety of bird life; with over 400 recorded bird species in the park, they will offer both sounds and calmness.

Arusha National Park, a mere 45-minute drive from Arusha city or an hour’s drive from Moshi, is a testament to Tanzania’s easy-to-access National Parks. Beyond its accessibility, the park offers unique safari experiences, such as walking and canoeing safaris, allowing you to get up close and personal with the wildlife and nature, a feature unmatched by any other park in the country!

While Arusha National Park may not be teeming with wildlife predators, it boasts an impressive array of fauna. It is home to Africa’s largest giraffe population, a diverse range of primate species, and numerous large herbivores, showcasing the park’s rich biodiversity. It offers a perfect day out for friends, family, co-workers, or those wanting something different from the typical game drive experience.