The most conveniently located park on the northern circuit, Arusha National Park is less than an hour from both Arusha and Moshi. Despite this, it remains pleasantly uncrowded. The park features lovely and varied landscapes, and is home to Tanzania’s second highest mountain, Mt Meru — a spectacular 4-day trek in its own right.
Wildlife is strong on giraffes and antelopes, though the park lacks some of the big draws found elsewhere — no lions, elephants, cheetahs, or rhinos. Walking safaris with a mandatory armed park ranger are available, as are canoe safaris. We typically offer Arusha National Park as a day trip, or as an add-on around a Kilimanjaro or Meru climb.
There are no accommodations inside the park, but plenty of good options in the surrounding area.