- Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park is a small, charming park, located in the northeast of Tanzania. It is near the city of Arusha and provides great views of the Mount Kilimanjaro. The park is a scenic and diverse park which offers a wide range of animal and plant species. And it also has a rich diversity of landscapes. From lakes, waterfalls and swamps to volcanos, mountains and tropical rainforest – the ideal reserve for all kind of animals. The swamps, rainforest and lakes attract many beautiful birds, including silvery-cheeked hornbill and thousands of pink-hued flamingos. This park is also the only place in northern Tanzania where you can easily spot the black-and-white colobus monkey.
Canoeing on the lake or walking safari
One of the popular safari activities in Arusha national park is a canoe or walking safari with an armed ranger. The Momella lakes in the northeast for example offer a large variety of animals. They are in an open landscape and are home to hippos and all kinds of birds. Countless bucks and buffalo can be seen near the lakes. A great change to enjoy wildlife up close, from a different perspective than sitting in a safari vehicle. Absolutely a memorable safari experience!
Information and facts
Arusha National Park is known for the black-and-white colobus monkeys, Mount Meru, swamps, lakes, waterfalls and craters! A beautiful park with a wide diversity of landscapes and wildlife.
Most common animals
- Buffalo
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- More than 400 bird species, including flamingos
- Monkeys: black-and-white colobus monkey, vervet monkey, blue Monkey, baboons
- Hippo
- Waterbuck
- Bushbuck
- Warthog
Facts about Arusha
- Mount Meru, second-highest mountain in Tanzania, located in the heart of Arusha National Park.
- Momella Lakes: seven shallow alkaline lakes.
- Ngurdoto Crater: swampy crater inhabited by large variety of animals.
- Stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.
- Beautiful volcanic scenery and rain forest.
- Giant fig tree forms an arch across the road, large enough to drive a car through.
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