Expert Guide to Arusha National Park in Northern Tanzania
Arusha National Park In Tanzania
Arusha National Park: Map, Wildlife and Tours
Arusha National Park In Tanzania
Arusha National Park is a park with a dynamic topography and can be accessed quite easily. The park is only 30 minutes away from Arusha, and you will be surprised by the way the lush green regions of the park suddenly pop up in the midst of urban locales. The park has three main topographical features: Mount Meru, the second highest peak in Tanzania, Momella Lake, and Ngurdoto Crater. So the park is a great spot for those who wish to hike, trek, or canoe. Mount Meru especially is climbed by a lot of tourists who wish to have an adventurous tour. Plus, it acts as a practice for climbing Kilimanjaro later. When it comes to wildlife, however, it can be disappointing for many tourists as the concentration of predators here is very low. On the other hand though, it does have a lot of herbivores and mammals, including the rare Colobus monkey.
Highlights
- Walking Safaris
- Canoe Trip
- Mount Meru climb
- Stay in ultra-luxury accommodation or mobile tented camps
- Sensational game viewing and safari activities, including night drives
Interesting Facts about Arusha National Park In Tanzania
Located just a short drive from Arusha Town lies the national park with the same name. Arusha National Park is the most accessible national park of the Northern Circuit in Tanzania and the perfect place for a day trip or as the first or last stop on a longer itinerary. At just 552 square kilometers, Arusha NP is a small park with a lot to see.
Arusha National Park is divided between three districts: Momella Lakes, Mount Meru, and the Ngurdoto Crater. Depending on the time of year, you can spot thousands of flamingos at Momella Lakes, which migrate between Lake Manyara and here.
Within these districts, Arusha NP boasts a broad variety of landscapes, ranging from open savannah through acacia scrubland to rainforest and eventually to alpine conditions on the higher reaches of Mt. Meru.
With diverse wildlife that includes herbivores such as elephants, hippos, buffalo, zebra, and even the occasional wildebeest, Arusha National Park is also a perfect place to get out and stretch your legs – with both walking safaris and canoe safaris available within the park.
The National Park is also home to the world’s largest population of giraffes, making it a great place to visit for fans of these long-necked, beautiful animals.
Climate & Seasons
Arusha National Park usually has a pleasant and mild climate with fresh mornings and evenings, but nice and warm temperatures during the day. Due to the national park being at the foot of Mt Meru, the climate is highly influenced by the mountain, resulting in unpredictable weather and higher chances of rain near the slopes than in the surrounding areas.
The temperature differences can be quite drastic. It’s highly advised to bring a thick sweater for early morning safaris as the average temperature is around 10 degrees at nighttime. Daytime temperatures are usually around 20 degrees, depending on the time of year and elevation level
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