Explore the Wonders of Arusha National Park: A Full-Day Experience

Morning: Departure from Arusha

• 7:00 AM: Depart from your hotel in Arusha in a 4×4 safari vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey. Every guest is guaranteed a window seat for the best wildlife viewing experience.

• 8:30 AM: Arrive at Arusha National Park. After completing park check-in, meet your armed park ranger, who will accompany you on an exciting walking safari.

Mid-Morning: Walking Safari Experience

• 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM: Embark on a guided walking safari, exploring the lush rainforest, scenic waterfalls, and hidden trails. This unique experience offers an up-close encounter with black-and-white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and bushbucks. Your guide will provide insightful details about the park’s rich biodiversity, bird species, and indigenous flora.

Late Morning: Game Drive

• 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Transition to a guided game drive, traversing through Ngurdoto Crater, often referred to as the “Little Ngorongoro” due to its striking resemblance to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

• Visit the Momella Lakes, known for their vibrant flamingo colonies, pelicans, and other waterbirds. Keep an eye out for zebras, giraffes, cape buffaloes, and warthogs as they roam freely in their natural habitat.

Lunch Break

• 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic spot, offering breathtaking views of Mount Meru and the park’s diverse landscapes. Take in the serene ambiance of Tanzania’s wilderness while savoring your meal.

Afternoon: Extended Game Drive & Exploration

• 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Continue your safari adventure, exploring more of Arusha National Park’s remarkable ecosystems. This time is perfect for wildlife photography, capturing stunning images of elephants, waterbucks, and elusive leopards. Marvel at the variety of bird species, including hornbills, turacos, and crowned eagles.

Return to Arusha

• 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Begin the return journey to Arusha. Enjoy the scenic drive as you reflect on the amazing wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes. Expect to arrive at your hotel around 5:00 PM.

Tour Inclusions

✅ Private transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ Arusha National Park entrance fees
✅ Picnic lunch and bottled drinking water
✅ Walking safari experience with an armed ranger

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes for trekking through the rainforest

• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)

• Binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing

• Camera to capture the unforgettable safari moments

Experience the ultimate Tanzania safari adventure with Maramatta Safaris. This Arusha National Park day trip is designed to provide a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking scenery.

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