Often skipped in the rush to the Serengeti, little Arusha National Park is a scenic gem in the shadow of Mount Meru, with Kilimanjaro on the horizon. Its three habitats — the Momella lakes, Ngurdoto Crater and montane forest — deliver giraffe, buffalo, hippo, flamingo and black-and-white colobus monkeys, and it’s one of the few northern parks where you can explore on foot or by canoe. An ideal, relaxed first or last day around Arusha.
Ratings
Wildlife Density: ★★★☆☆ Infrastructure: ★★★★☆ Photography: ★★★★☆
Adventure: ★★★★☆ Exclusivity: ★★★☆☆ Value for Money: ★★★★☆ Scenery: ★★★★★
Location: Northern Tanzania; near Arusha city & Usa River
Key wildlife: Giraffe, buffalo, colobus monkey, hippo, flamingo; Mt Meru
Best for: Walking & canoe safaris, day trips, first/last day, Mt Meru trek start
Best time: June–October & December–February (drier)
More about this park will be added here over time.
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