Canoeing Momella Lake (Arusha National Park)
Canoeing on Momella Lakes Day Trip From Arusha — Best Experience in Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park, Tanzania
If you’re planning a safari in Tanzania, don’t miss the chance to try canoeing Momella Lake (Arusha National Park). This activity gives you a unique and peaceful way to explore nature. Instead of sitting in a safari car, you glide across the calm water and see wildlife from a new angle.
Momella Lake is a group of seven shallow lakes located inside Arusha National Park. The lakes are full of life—flamingos, hippos, water birds, and more. Canoeing here is calm, safe, and perfect even for first-time visitors to Africa.
Why Choose a Canoeing Day Trip on Momella Lakes?
- Scenic beauty lush vegetation Mount Meru views
- Birdwatching flamingos pelicans storks
- Wildlife sightings antelopes giraffes buffalos
- Canoeing safety experienced guides wildlife distance
- Duration short trips best in dry season
- Environmental awareness responsible tourism conservation
The Overview of Momella Lakes Canoeing Trip
The Momella Lakes Canoeing trip lets you enjoy the quiet and calm of Momella Lake. It’s a fun activity in Arusha National Park.
The trip lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes, either from 9:00 to 11:30 or from 14:00 to 16:30. You will paddle your own canoe while your guide follows in his own.
If you prefer not to canoe, you can choose a walking safari in the park instead. An armed park ranger will join you for safety. This walk can be from 1 to 4 hours long. You can pick an easy path or a more challenging one with hills, forests, and meadows where buffaloes graze and you might see small waterfalls. Don’t miss the big ficus tree!
You can also combine a walking safari and wildlife game drive in the morning with canoeing in the afternoon. Check the itinerary section for more details.
Lake Momella Canoeing Location
Canoeing Day Trip Itinerary
Here is what a typical Canoeing on Momella Lakes Day Trip From Arusha looks like:
🕗 8:00 AM – Pick Up from Your Hotel
Seko Tours will pick you up from your hotel or lodge in Arusha. You drive to the park entrance of Arusha National Park.
🧾 9:00 AM – Entry Formalities
You register at the gate, pay park fees, and continue to the lake area with your guide.
🛶 10:00 AM – Start Canoeing Safari
After a short safety briefing, you start your canoeing adventure with a professional guide.
You will:
Paddle gently on the lake
Watch birds and animals
Enjoy the calm and peaceful surroundings
🍽️ 12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch
Enjoy a packed lunch in nature, often near the lake or a picnic site.
🚗 2:00 PM – Return to Arusha
After lunch, drive back to your hotel in Arusha. The day ends around 4:00 PM.
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Includes
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Excludes
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Alcohol drinks
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
Frequently Asked Questions About Canoeing Momella Lake (Arusha National Park)
Yes, it is very safe. The lakes are calm, and you will be with trained guides. Life jackets are always provided.
No, swimming skills are not required. All guests wear life jackets, and the canoes are stable and guided by professionals.
If you have any health concerns, it's best to inform the tour operator in advance. Most people can enjoy the trip, but safety comes first.
No, canoeing is usually done on Small Momella Lake, where the conditions are safe and the wildlife is active.
The package includes hotel transfers, park entry fees, canoe rental, safety gear, a professional guide, and picnic lunch.
You can book online, via WhatsApp, email, or visit the Seko Tours office in Arusha. Early booking is recommended
Yes, but it’s important to ask for permission before taking any photos. Some Maasai may prefer not to be photographed due to cultural or personal reasons.
Yes, many guests combine canoeing with a walking safari or game drive inside Arusha National Park for a full-day experience.
The best time is during the dry seasons: June to October and January to February, when wildlife is more visible and the weather is clear.
You may see buffalos, hippos (from a distance), giraffes, bushbucks, warthogs, and many birds like flamingos and kingfishers.
Yes, the trip is available year-round. However, during heavy rains, it might be postponed for safety reasons.
The lakes are located inside Arusha National Park, around 45 minutes to 1 hour drive from Arusha town.
The lakes are located inside Arusha National Park, around 45 minutes to 1 hour drive from Arusha town.
Yes, a visit to a Maasai Boma is a family-friendly experience. Children, in particular, may enjoy activities like watching traditional dances, meeting Maasai children, and learning about their way of life.
Wear light, comfortable clothes, closed shoes, and bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. A light jacket is good for the morning chill.
There are no crocodiles. Hippos are present but are viewed from a safe distance under the guide’s supervision.
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