Park Facts

  • 🗺️ Area: 552 km²
  • 🏔️ Highest Peak: Mount Meru (4,566m)
  • 🦩 Bird Species: 400+
  • 🦒 Wildlife: Giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, colobus monkeys
  • 🌋 Unique Feature: Ngurdoto Crater ("Mini Ngorongoro")
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit

⭐ Dry Season (June–October): Best for trekking Mount Meru, clear views, game drives, and wildlife spotting.

🌿 Green Season (November–May): Lush landscapes, excellent birdwatching, fewer crowds.

🥾 Mount Meru trek 🦩 Flamingos 🚶 Walking safaris
📍 Getting There

Location: Just 25km from Arusha town — about 45 minutes drive.

Access: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) then road transfer.


🏞️ Park Entry

TANAPA fees apply. Walking safaris require an armed ranger.

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Mount Meru Momella Lakes Ngurdoto Crater Forest / Waterfall
🌿 Tanzania's Most Accessible & Diverse National Park | Walking Safaris Allowed

Arusha National Park is a compact wonderland of dramatic contrasts — from the towering peak of Mount Meru to the shimmering Momella Lakes and the forested Ngurdoto Crater. It's one of the few parks in Tanzania where walking safaris are permitted, offering an intimate bush experience just minutes from Arusha town.

A Park for Everyone

Whether you're trekking Mount Meru, canoeing among flamingos, or exploring the forest on foot, Arusha National Park delivers diverse adventures. Over 400 bird species, colobus monkeys, giraffes, and buffaloes call this park home.

Top Attractions

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🏔️ Mount Meru

Tanzania's second-highest peak (4,566m). A challenging multi-day trek through diverse zones.

🌋 Ngurdoto Crater

Known as the "Mini Ngorongoro" — a steep, forested caldera.

🦩 Momella Lakes

Seven shallow alkaline lakes attracting thousands of flamingos.

🌳 Fig Tree Arch

A massive fig tree that has grown into a natural archway.

💦 Tululusia Waterfall

Hidden within the montane forest, reached by guided walking safari.

Things to Do

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🥾 Mount Meru Trekking

Multi-day trek to the summit.

🚶 Walking Safaris

Explore on foot with an armed ranger.

🚐 Game Drives

Guided drives through crater and forests.

🛶 Canoeing on Momella Lakes

Peaceful canoeing among flamingos.

🐦 Birdwatching

Over 400 species.

📸 Photography

Fig Tree Arch, crater viewpoints.

Essential Tips & Planning

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🧭 Start Early

Wildlife is most active in early morning.

👟 Dress Comfortably

Neutral-colored clothing, comfortable hiking boots.

🧢 Bring Essentials

Sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, camera.

🧑🏾‍✈️ Go with a Guide/Ranger

Walking safaris require trained guides/rangers.

Dry Season (June–October)

Best for Mount Meru trekking, clear crater views, and game drives.

Green Season (November–May)

Lush, vibrant landscapes, migratory birds, fewer tourists.

🏞️ Why Arusha National Park?

Compact, diverse, and accessible — Arusha National Park offers walking safaris, canoeing, and Mount Meru trekking within a single destination.

🥾 Walking safaris 🛶 Canoeing 🏔️ Mt. Meru trek 🦩 Momella flamingos
Plan Your Arusha Park Safari

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