Tanzania's most accessible national park sits just 25 km from Arusha city and packs extraordinary biodiversity into a compact area. The park encompasses Mount Meru, the Ngurdoto Crater, and the shimmering Momella Lakes, offering walking safaris, canoe safaris, and game drives with giraffe, buffalo, zebra, and more.
Good to know
- Hours
- 06:00–18:00 daily
- Best time
- June–October (dry season)
- Best for
- Wildlife, Hiking, Photography
Location
Arusha National Park Headquarters, Ngurdoto Gate Road, Usa River
-3.2167, 36.8833 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Book walking safaris in advance with a guide
- Canoe safaris on Momella Lakes are unique to this park
- Combine with Mount Meru climb for multi-day adventure