The park served as the filming location for the Hollywood movie “Hatari,” starring Hardy Kruger and John Wayne. With any luck, you might see black-and-white Colobus monkeys and a myriad of different birds. You may also go on a walking safari with an armed ranger either before or after your park drive.
Detailed itinerary of the Arusha National Park Day Trip | Best One-Day Safari from Arusha, Tanzania.
Morning Pickup & Briefing.
We will pick you up from your lodge in Arusha and transport you to Arusha National Park early in the morning. The park’s exceptional diversity of plant and animal life is certain to impress. During your day excursion, you will have the opportunity to encounter several species of animals at the Ngurdoto Crater, including baboons, zebras, buffalo, waterbucks, giraffes, warthogs, and other diverse species. One can witness a wide variety of bird species and, if lucky, spot Colobus monkeys. The Momella Gate, located immediately after the main entry, is where your walking safari will begin. A park ranger, armed, will follow you during the safari.
An experienced ranger will accompany you on a guided walking safari, providing you with the opportunity to observe the animals from a close distance. Before proceeding with your exploration of Arusha National Park in the afternoon, you will partake in a midday meal at a designated picnic area. We’ll take you back to Arusha once you’ve had enough opportunities to see the wildlife.
Ngurdoto Crater Game Drive
Your first stop is the Ngurdoto Crater rim, sometimes called “Little Ngorongoro.” Here, the closed volcanic bowl’s lush walls contrast with the marshy floor, a magnet for buffalo, zebra, warthogs, and birds. Game drive along the rim road for close encounters and scenic photography.
Forest Walk & Colobus Monkeys
Next, enjoy a guided walking safari with an armed park ranger through the montane forests. Here, you can often spot black-and-white colobus and blue monkeys, while leafy canopies reveal a plethora of birdlife.
Midday Break at Momella Lakes
Reach the striking Momella Lakes in the late morning. These seven alkaline lakes, each displaying shades of green and blue, brim with flamingos, pelicans, and waterbuck along their shores. You’ll take time for drinks and photos beside these scenic waters.
Lunch Picnic or Lodge
Enjoy a picnic lunch in a designated area overlooking the lakes or at a scenic lodge within park boundaries. Reflect on morning sightings while resting under acacia trees.
Afternoon Game Drive & Wildlife Watching.
The afternoon session focuses on grasslands and open woodlands, where giraffes, buffalo herds, zebras, and myriad birds roam. With expert eyes on the lookout, chances of spotting shy leopards and elephants improve.
Return to Arusha
After a full day of exploration, you’re driven back to Arusha city in the late afternoon, arriving between 16:30 and 17:30hrs depending on traffic and sightings.
