1-Day Arusha National Park Safari

$280 / person

1-Day Arusha National Park Safari — What to Expect

This 1-Day Arusha National Park Safari offers a convenient and scenic introduction to Tanzania's wildlife, right on the doorstep of Arusha town. Nestled between Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro, the park features Momella Lakes with thousands of flamingos, the small but dramatic Ngurdoto Crater, waterfalls, black-and-white colobus monkeys, giraffes, buffalo, warthogs, bushbucks, and over 400 bird species. Enjoy relaxed game drives, short walks, and stunning views with a private 4x4 vehicle, expert English-speaking guide, picnic lunch, and round-trip transfers from Arusha — perfect for travelers with only one day available.

Departure Arusha, Tanzania
Departure Time Morning pickup (approx. 7:00–7:30 AM) for full-day excursion
Maximum travellers 6-7 per vehicle (private options available)
Languages English, Swahili (expert guides)
Includes
  • All park fees & conservation charges
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking guide/driver
  • Picnic lunch & bottled water in the park
  • Round-trip transfers from Arusha & flying doctors insurance
Excludes
  • International flights & visas
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Tips for guide & staff
  • Drinks & personal expenses
Popular Places
  • Arusha National Park
  • Momella Lakes (flamingos)
  • Ngurdoto Crater viewpoint
  • Waterfalls & colobus monkey forest

45 Minutes from Arusha

Arusha National Park begins just 45 minutes from Arusha town — no long transfer needed

Colobus Monkeys & Giraffes

The park's forests hold black-and-white colobus monkeys alongside giraffe, zebra and buffalo

Momella Lakes Flamingos

The alkaline Momella Lakes host flamingos and a wide variety of waterbirds year-round

Kilimanjaro Backdrop

On clear days the summit of Kilimanjaro provides a dramatic backdrop to your game drive

Walking Safari Option

Arusha is one of the few northern parks where armed walking safaris are permitted

Ngurdoto Crater

A miniature caldera supports a private ecosystem that cannot be entered — viewed from the rim

Full-Day Itinerary: Arusha National Park Game Drive Schedule

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    Day 1: Arusha – Arusha National Park – Arusha

    Morning pickup from your Arusha hotel (approx. 7:00–7:30 AM) and short drive (~1 hour) to Arusha National Park. Full day of game drives and short walks — explore Momella Lakes with pink flamingos, Ngurdoto Crater viewpoint, waterfalls, and the beautiful groundwater forest home to black-and-white colobus monkeys. Spot giraffes, buffalo, warthogs, bushbucks, baboons, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch in the park. Late afternoon return to Arusha (~1 hour), arriving by early evening with hotel or airport drop-off. End of a relaxing and scenic 1-Day Arusha National Park Safari!