Arusha National Park
Arusha
National Park is located 25kms northeast from Arusha Town to the main gate
making it ideally located if you you have limited time and want to get a taste
of a safari. It's perfect to explore for a few hours. Most people start the
northern circuit safaris and/or Kilimanjaro climbs in Arusha and the Arusha
National Park is often dismissed by safari-goers, who prefer the more popular
Serengeti National Park and
Ngorongoro Crater.
The national park
covers an area of 552 sq.km and includes
Mount Meru, a prominent volcano with an
elevation of 4566m, which forms stunning backdrop views from the park to the
east. On a clear day
Mount Kilimanjaro can also be seen. The park
has three spectacular features; Momella lakes, Meru Crater, and the Ngurdoto
Crater.
Wildlife seen includes antelope of all sorts;
buffalo,
leopard, spotted hyena, baboon, colobus
monkey,
giraffe,
rhino,
elephant (rarely seen),
hippopotamus, Burchell’s
Zebra, as well as over 600 species of birds.
There are no
lions in the park.
Because it is a
small park with few dangerous predators a
walking safari has become a popular tourism
activity. Walking safaris offer the chance to experience the African bush on
foot safe in the knowledge of an experienced guide. You can observe the
wildlife at very close range undisturbed by vehicles and away from roads. This the
most natural way to go on safari.
You can also participate in a
canoe safari following the shorelines of the
small Momella Lake offering the chance to get close to
buffalo without being charged and get close up
views of giraffes, bushbucks and waterbucks. By the waters edge you can witness
the prolific birdlife.
With good road links the park can be
visited all year round.
Popular Trips In Arusha NP (Tanzania)
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| 1. |
6 Day Mt. Kilimanjaro climb, 4 Day wildlife safari |
| Climb Kilimanjaro and see some of the best game Tanzania has to offer. |
| Days: 10 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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| USD $2,320 |
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6 day Fun Safari in Tanzania's Northern Parks |
| Private 6 day Safari in Tanzania with choice of Lodge or camping. Ideal for families Visiting Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crate and Serengeti National Park. |
| Days: 6 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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7 Trip reviews. |
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| USD $1,360 |
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Tanzania Exclusive Lodge Private Safari |
| Tanzania Private Lodge Safari, visiting the 'Big Five' areas of Tanzania on this 6 night safari to Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Accommodation is in three stars to five stars Lodge. |
| Days: 7 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $2,559 |
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Northern Tanzania Safari - 4 Days |
| Tanzanian Safari visiting Arusha National park, Lake Manyara National park Ngorongoro & Olduvai Gorge. Private safari starting any day with minimum of 2 persons - option of lodge or camping |
| Days: 4 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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5 Trip reviews. |
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| USD $898 |
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Northbound Johannesburg to Nairobi - 4 weeks |
| A great medium length tour trekking north along the East Africa overland routes ending in Nairobi 4 weeks later. |
| Days: 28 |
| Countries: starts South Africa - ends Kenya
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| Countries on-route: Botswana - Zambia - Tanzania |
| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Chobe NP (Botswana) - Mikumi NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Victoria Falls |
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55 Operator reviews. |
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| GBP £550 |
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Northern Circuit Safari in Tanzania |
| Private Safari starting in Arusha, visting Tarangire,Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Lake Victoria, starting any day of your choice. Camping or Lodge option |
| Days: 15 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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1 Trip review. |
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| USD $3,221 |
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Tanzania Safari and Victoria Falls Experience |
| Wildlife viewing safari in the best national parks of Tanzania, combined with one of the worlds' most spectacular natural wonders, Victoria Falls. |
| Days: 9 |
| Countries: starts Tanzania - ends Tanzania
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| Countries on-route: Zimbabwe |
| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Victoria Falls |
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113 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $1,886 |
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Walking and canoeing Safari - Arusha National Park |
| Take a walk in the wilderness. This activity offers a unique experience of recreational opportunities, sense touch of nature, appreciation of conservation activities environmental education. |
| Days: 2 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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1 Trip review. |
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| USD $610 |
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Relaxed Adventure - Arusha National Park |
| Take a walking, Canoeing and Hiking in the wilderness. This tour offers a unique experience of recreational opportunities, sense and touch of nature. |
| Days: 3 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $605 |
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Cape Town to Nairobi via Johannesburg |
| A mid length overland for those wanting to start in Cape Town but still get the best of the East Coast. Local payment of GBP£345. |
| Days: 33 |
| Countries: starts South Africa - ends Kenya
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| Countries on-route: Botswana - Zambia - Malawi - Tanzania |
| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Chobe NP (Botswana) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Okavango Delta (Botswana) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - South Luangwa NP (Zambia) - Victoria Falls |
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55 Operator reviews. |
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| GBP £625 |
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3 days Mt. Meru Climb and 4 days Wildlife Safari |
| A delightful mix of 4 days hiking and climbing Mt Meru combined with a wildlife safari to Ngorongoro, Olduvai, Arusha NP and Lake Manyara. Discounts Apply - book now. |
| Days: 8 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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113 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $1,571 |
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Night game drives, Biking, Canoeing & Nature walk |
| Spend 8 days experience in Africa visiting Northern Tanzania Parks. Enjoy seeing of different animals and scenery views of Rift valley and Ngorongoro Crater - Mountain Biking, Canoe & Walking safari |
| Days: 8 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $2,097 |
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Warmth of Tanzanian’s Orphaned Children |
| Join us on a unique and moving mission. Traveling in Tanzania, you will support our mission to bring joy and comfort to Tanzanian’s orphaned children. This special safari is sure to change the lives of those you meet. |
| Days: 3 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $596 |
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Volunteer Project and Safari in Tanzania |
| Combines a safari visiting the prime 'Big Five' areas of Northern Tanzania and then participate in a rewarding experience by joining the Community Volunteer Project |
| Days: 18 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Arusha NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $2,406 |
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Tanzania Bird Watching and Wildlife Safari |
| Observe birds & wildlife in their natural surroundings is the main focus of our tours, and the itineraries are designed to provide the best opportunities to encounter Birds and mammals. |
| Days: 9 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $1,641 |
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11Days Hiking and Bird Watching Tour - Tanzania |
| Observe wild birds in their natural habitat with plenty of opportunities for comfort stops, meals, and photography at the base of Mt Kilimajanro, the Amani botanical gardens in East Usambara Mountain. |
| Days: 11 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $2,236 |
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Tanzania Budget Lodge Safari 6Days/5Nights |
| Beat your budget, choose right destinations and budget accommodations. This Safari is designed to provide the best opportunities to meet your interest, while within your budget. |
| Days: 6 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $1,300 |
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Tanzania Wildlife and Authentic Cultural Safari. |
| Visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important prehistoric sites in the world, Engaruka - famed for its irrigation and cultivation system. View wildlife in the vast plains of the Serengeti. |
| Days: 10 |
| Country: Tanzania
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| Parks: Arusha NP (Tanzania) - Tarangire NP (Tanzania) - Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania) - Serengeti NP (Tanzania) - Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) |
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19 Operator reviews. |
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| USD $2,039 |
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