Are walking safaris safe here?

Northern Tanzania

Forest, crater lakes and Mount Meru.

Arusha National Park

A compact, green park on Arusha's doorstep, ideal for walking safaris, canoeing and a gentle first day.

Overview

Arusha National Park layers montane forest, the Ngurdoto Crater and the Momella Lakes against the slopes of Mount Meru.

There are no lions here, which is exactly why walking and canoeing are permitted — making it a rewarding, active first or last day of a Tanzanian trip.

Why Visit

Walking and canoe safaris, rare in northern Tanzania
Colobus monkeys, giraffe and buffalo in beautiful forest scenery
Only an hour from Arusha town and the airport

Wildlife You May See

Black-and-white colobusGiraffeBuffaloBushbuckFlamingoBlue monkey

Best Time to Visit

June – February: Clearest views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro.
March – May: Lush and quiet, with some rain.

Things to Do

Canoe safari on Small Momella Lake
Guided forest walk
Ngurdoto Crater viewpoints
Day hikes on Mount Meru

Travel Tips

A perfect acclimatisation day before a Kilimanjaro climb.
Bring a light rain jacket — the forest catches cloud most afternoons.

Location

Arusha National Park FAQs

Yes. The absence of lion, combined with armed park rangers, makes guided walking straightforward.

Safaris Visiting Arusha National Park

10 Days Complete Tanzania Safari — Arusha and Tarangire National Park

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10 Days Complete Tanzania Safari

Arusha • Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Lake Eyasi

Arusha, four parks and Lake Eyasi across a full ten days.

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10 Days Tanzania Family Adventure

Arusha National Park • Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Zanzibar (optional)

Wildlife, culture and family activities, with a Zanzibar option.