Overview

Attractions

Things to do

When to go

Accommodation

Tour Packages

Travel Info

FAQ

About Arusha National Park

Established in 1960, this small, beautiful park covers 137 sq km. Arusha National Park is very close to Arusha town, a one-hour drive away.

It covers Mount Meru, the second-highest volcanic mountain in Tanzania, with an elevation of 4566 meters above sea level.

The park has various attractions, including the Fig Tree Arch, Lake Momela, the Meru and Kilimanjaro viewpoints, Tululusia Waterfalls, and Ngurdoto Crater.

The Ndurguto Crater, also called the Little Ngorongoro, is an exciting site with a swamp floor and a volcanic cone that renders it a lost-world feel, lying in the South-East.

Landscapes

The park features picturesque landscapes across three distinct areas. The shallow alkaline Momella Lakes in the North-East have varying algal colors and are known for their wading birds.

In the West, the Meru Crater funnels the Jekukumia River with the peak of Mount Meru clinging to its rim.

Arusha National Park has a splendid variety of wildlife, some common animals include Zebra, the Black-and-White Colobus monkey, the Blue monkey, Cape Buffalo, the Flamingo, Warthog, Lion, Elephant, and many more  African animals but Leopards are rarely seen.

You can also expect to see many forest bird species, such as the Narina trogon and the bar-tailed trogon.

Campsites

There are three public campsites inside this park: Public Camp number one, Public Camp number two, and Public Camp number three.

Expect to see some animals around the campsite, the commonly seen animals are Dik-Diks, Monkeys, Rodents, birds and sometimes Buffaloes can be seen.

All the camps are safe from dangerous wild animals.

Attractions

Some of the attractions inside Arusha National Park

Mount Meru

Mount Meru (4566m) is one of Africa’s most beautiful volcanoes. It is the second-highest mountain in Tanzania and, after Kilimanjaro, the fifth-highest in Africa.

Mount Meru is located in Arusha National Park. In order to climb Mount Meru, you must get inside Arusha National Park, where you meet rangers who will escort you to the last camp and then back down to the park gate.

Trekkers on this mountain will have the opportunity to see diverse wildlife and enjoy nature.

Buffalo Glade

Buffalo Glade, or “uwanja wa mbogo” in Swahili, is a large natural glade with bushes, marsh, and streams, located approximately 500 meters west of the Momela gate in Arusha National Park.

This is a significant feeding ground for buffalo, Giraffes, and Warthogs. It is also a popular path for walking safaris inside the National Park.

Visitors who walk to Mount Meru and Tululusia waterfalls pass through this excellent ground.

Lake Momela

It is an alkaline lake within Arusha National Park, comprising seven lakes: small Momela, big Momela, Tululusia, Lekandiro, Kusare, El Kekhotoito, and Rishateni.

Big Momela

This is the largest of several alkaline lakes within Arusha National Park, with a minimum depth of 10 meters and a Maximum depth of 30 meters, supporting microalgae.

Small Momela

This is one of the many alkaline lakes in Arusha National Park. It is the second-largest after Big Momela, with a minimum depth of 4 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters.

Ngurudoto Crater

The Ngurdoto crater is one of five beautiful volcanic calderas in Northern Tanzania, in the Arusha region.

With an approximate depth of 300 meters and a diameter of 3.2 km, its floor is suitable for walking safaris because it is too soft to drive on.

Experience the beautiful rainforest and swamp while you see wildlife such as Monkeys, dik-diks, Elephants, and buffalo.

Tululusia Waterfalls

One of the attractions you can see in Arusha National Park is the Tululusia waterfalls. It is beautiful, and the tall waterfalls are approximately 28 meters in height.

The route to the waterfalls starts at Momela Gate, so both waterfalls visitors and Mount Meru hikers share the same path.

Things to do

  • Walking Safaris: One of the best national parks for walking safaris with a scenic view.
  • Canoe: It is a good place to enjoy canoeing in Lake Momela.
  • Horse riding: Another adventure in style to experience nature, wildlife, and birdlife.
  • Game drive: This park is small but beautiful, and you can take a half- or full-game drive.

When to visit

You can visit Arusha National Park at any time of the year, but in the rainy season of March to late May, you might not be able to get the best view of Mount Meru due to clouds. Contact us if you have any questions.

Accommodations in Arusha

Arusha Safari Tours

  • guide safari

    From $6,830

    14 Days, 13 Nights

    14 Days Tanzania Guide Safari

    Tarangire ,Serengeti , Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar

  • Blessing Safaris clients pausing for a photo while on their tanzania luxury safari

    From $6,760

    10 Days, 9 Nights

    10 Days Tanzania Luxury Sky Safari

    Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Serengeti National Park

  • serengeti great migration safari

    From $3,160

    8 Days, 7 Nights

    8 Days Wildebeest Migration Serengeti (River- Crossing)

    Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara

Meet Elibariki,

Your Tanzania Safari Specialist.

(Call or WhatsApp)
+255 742 696 430

Meet Elibariki,

Your Tanzania Safari Specialist.

(Call or WhatsApp)
+255 742 696 430

Tanzania Travel Tips

Our team carefully researched and focused on trips that attract people with the same interests and naturally get on well with each other through their shared interests.

Once you confirm your booking on a tour you will be sent further practical information – packing tips, detailed itineraries, including advice on health, passport and visa requirements, and minimum and maximum numbers of guests on tours.

Memorable meals are a hallmark of an excellent holiday. With the support of the best cooks, the quality of food and drink service is guaranteed.

Depending on the service level or tour type you have chosen, a pre-discussion with your tour planner is a win-win for an enjoyable trip.

Our cook accompanies other tours, and other services are included with our accommodation partners, including hotels, private camps, and luxury lodges.

The answer is absolute yes! The areas where safaris are organized are safe and free of political chaos.

We conduct safaris in politically stable regions to ensure our clients’ safety and enjoyment.

Our Professional Safari Guides are well-trained about wild animal behaviors, and they have enough experience to lead our clients in the wilderness.

Our vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers and Land Rovers with a hatched roof to give maximum visibility of the game.

African safaris offer unlimited sightseeing; millions of animals, birds, and plant life are the defining features of the African savanna. You roam across the countryside in search of Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Cape buffalo, and Leopards (the so-called “Big Five”).

On any given day, you will encounter Blue Wildebeests, Zebras, a large variety of antelope species, Gazelles, Giraffes, Baboons, and Hippos. The birdlife is fantastic – in some areas, up to 400 bird species have been identified!

Think of the majestic Baobab tree (some tribes believe that the tree was indeed planted upside-down!), and there are hundreds of varieties of thorn trees! You will also see the acacia-dotted landscape, endless plains, majestic mountains, and the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises imaginable! Think of a late afternoon thunderstorm, short but violent, and then the beautiful rainbow.

Tanzania’s destinations are accessible year-round, but we recommend scheduling your safari during the dry season for the best sightings, as grasses and bush are at their least dense—July to October and December through February. The green session includes March through June. Discuss with us for the best option if you have also a plan to coincide with the Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park.

(We suggest you remember) insect repellent (the best way to prevent malaria and other insect-borne diseases), sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, binoculars, detergent powder if you want to wash some clothes yourself, hand-wipes small flashlight, aspirin, diarrhea medicine, rain jacket, poncho, or collapsible umbrella, plastic bags (for wet clothes, swimsuit and for keeping dust away from camera equipment), Kleenex/toilet tissue a neck chain for eyeglasses if you take them off to use binoculars and cameras, any medical prescription you need, masking tape or labels for marking exposed films cans, film, extra camera batteries.

Although more than 200 languages and dialects are spoken across Africa, this is not a problem, as English is widely spoken in East and Southern Africa. In addition to English, all our professional guides are multilingual, so we have you covered.

African safaris offer unlimited sightseeing; millions of animals, birds, and plant life are the defining features of the African savanna. You roam across the countryside in search of Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Cape buffalo, and Leopards (the so-called “Big Five”).

On any given day, you will encounter Blue Wildebeests, Zebras, a large variety of antelope species, Gazelles, Giraffes, Baboons, and Hippos. The birdlife is fantastic – in some areas, up to 400 bird species have been identified!

Think of the majestic Baobab tree (some tribes believe that the tree was indeed planted upside-down!), and there are hundreds of varieties of thorn trees! You will also see the acacia-dotted landscape, endless plains, majestic mountains, and the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises imaginable! Think of a late afternoon thunderstorm, short but violent, and then the beautiful rainbow.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are committed to ensuring you experience the luxury of genuinely memorable travel. On every trip, we aim to create a ‘charmed space’ within which you can relax, absorb fresh insights, be stimulated and charmed by new encounters – and have fun!

Whether traveling alone or with friends, Blessing Safaris guests often mention how particularly agreeable they find their traveling companions. Our groups are deliberately small, comprising 2 to 7 guests, especially for safari.

Our team carefully researched and focused on trips that attract people with the same interests and naturally get on well with each other through their shared interests.

Once you confirm your booking on a tour, you will be sent further practical information – packing tips, detailed itineraries, including advice on health, passport, and visa requirements, and minimum and maximum numbers of guests on tours.

Memorable meals are a hallmark of an excellent holiday. With the support of the best cooks, the quality of food and drink service is guaranteed. Depending on the service level or tour type you have chosen, a pre-discussion with your tour planner is a win-win for an enjoyable trip. Other tours are accompanied by our cook, and others are inclusive service from our accommodation partners, including hotels, private camps, and luxury lodges

Please help us help you by organizing even better tours and saving money. If you contact us in advance, you will save significantly on price, as you have the best time to negotiate and customize the tour with a safari planner.

Why not? We offer private tours for individuals, families, and groups. Whether you’re celebrating a special anniversary or planning a family reunion, we can discuss your needs. We can create a bespoke itinerary away from traffic, tailored to your requirements, and travel in style.

The answer is absolutely yes! The areas where safaris are organized are safe and free of political chaos. We conduct safaris in politically stable regions to ensure our clients’ safety and enjoyment.

Our Professional Safari Guides are well trained about wild animal behaviors and they have enough experience to lead our clients in the wilderness. Our vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers and Land Rovers with a hatched roof to give maximum visibility of the game.

African safaris offer unlimited sightseeing; millions of animals, birds, and plant life are the defining features of the African savanna. You roam across the countryside in search of Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Cape buffalo, and Leopards (the so-called “Big Five”).

On any given day, you will encounter Blue Wildebeests, Zebras, a large variety of antelope species, Gazelles, Giraffes, Baboons, and Hippos. The birdlife is fantastic – in some areas, up to 400 bird species have been identified!

Think of the majestic Baobab tree (some tribes believe that the tree was indeed planted upside-down!), and there are hundreds of varieties of thorn trees! You will also see the acacia-dotted landscape, endless plains, majestic mountains, and the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises imaginable! Think of a late afternoon thunderstorm, short but violent, and then the beautiful rainbow.

This aspect is much overstated. You will rarely see a snake, but if you do, it will most likely be from the safety of your safari vehicle. Tents and lodges all have bug screens fitted to windows and doors. In most areas where bugs or mosquitoes are prevalent, rooms and tents are also equipped with mosquito nets, adding to the idealistic ambiance. Bear in mind that malaria is a threat in most wildlife areas, and it is necessary to consult your doctor for advice before embarking on your safari.

Tanzania destinations are accessible year-round, but we recommend scheduling your safari during the dry season (July to October and December through February) for the best sightings, as grasses and bush are at their least dense. The green session includes March through June. Discuss with us the best option if you also plan to coincide with the Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park.

Note: the migration is a natural process, and timing varies month by month andyear by year. Fortunately, it won’t happen in one day; it takes time to complete. We update most of our clients once the migration begins, so if your primary goal is to witness the migration, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate you. Please note that most travelers do not see the wildebeest crossing in the Mara, as the timing and duration vary widely each year. The best probable months are July, August, and September

Around the turn of the century (until the ’30s and ’40s), mobile tenting was the only option, and “camp as you go” was the standard practice. Over the years, the luxury associated with traditional mobile tenting safaris has increased.

By the same token, one can understand that the cost of having a “luxury hotel” following one around in Africa is expensive. However, most people settle for permanent tented camps.

Because they are “permanent,” they can be equipped with flush toilets and traditional bathroom fixtures and conveniences. Don’t be misled by the terminology – a permanent tented camp offers the comfort of a 5-star hotel, with the romance and adventure of being surrounded by the sights and sounds of Africa.

(We suggest you remember) insect repellent (the best way to prevent malaria and other insect-borne diseases), sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, binoculars, detergent powder if you want to wash some clothes yourself, hand-wipes small flashlight, aspirin, diarrhea medicine, rain jacket, poncho or collapsible umbrella, plastic bags (for wet clothes, swimsuit and for keeping dust away from camera equipment), Kleenex/toilet tissue a neck chain for eyeglasses if you take them off to use binoculars and cameras, any medical prescription you need, masking tape or labels for marking exposed films cans, film, extra camera batteries.

Although more than 200 languages and dialects are spoken across Africa, this is not a problem, as English is widely spoken in East and Southern Africa. Apart from English, all our professional guides are multilingual, so we get you covered

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