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Arusha National Park Day Safari | Tanzania Wildlife Tour

Unforgettable African Adventure

Four of Tanzania's greatest wildlife arenas lie within reach of Arusha — pick your adventure. Tarangire's ancient baobabs tower over vast elephant herds along a life-giving river. Lake Manyara's groundwater forest hides tree-climbing lions and clouds of flamingos. The Ngorongoro Crater holds 25,000 animals in a volcanic amphitheatre. Arusha National Park offers walking safaris beneath Mt. Meru's gaze. Each park delivers distinct landscapes, unique wildlife encounters, and world-class photography. Your professional guide tailors the day to your interests, making this the perfect single-day taste of Tanzania's legendary safari circuit.

Arusha area parks
Starting from
$290/ person

Tour Highlights

Scenic game drives
Photography opportunities
Professional guide

Wildlife You'll Encounter

Species commonly sighted on this safari route

Great Migration — two million wildebeest on the move
Lion prides hunting on the Seronera plains
Leopards in the kopjes rock formations
Cheetahs sprinting across the short-grass plains
Massive Nile crocodiles at Grumeti River crossings
Black rhinos on the crater floor
Lion prides in the Lerai Forest
Flamingos on Lake Magadi crater lake
Massive elephant bulls — the largest tuskers in Tanzania

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Arusha - National Park Day Safari
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Arusha - National Park Day Safari

~35km | Approx. 45 min

6:30 AM. Your guide picks you up from your Arusha hotel and you set off in a private 4x4 safari vehicle toward the park of your choice. Tanzania's Northern Circuit parks are all within easy reach: Arusha National Park is just 30 minutes away, with walking safaris among giraffes and colobus monkeys beneath Mt Meru. Tarangire — two hours south — is famous for massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Lake Manyara, beneath the Rift Valley wall, is home to tree-climbing lions and flamingos. The Ngorongoro Crater — three hours west — is the world's largest intact caldera, packed with lions, elephants, black rhinos, and flamingos. Each day safari includes a picnic lunch, all park fees, and return to Arusha by evening.

Meals:Lunch

Booking Information

  • All prices are per person sharing in a double/twin room
  • Children under 12 receive discounted rates
  • Custom itineraries available — contact us for a personalised quote
  • Prices valid for 2025/2026 season — subject to park fee changes

What's Included

  • Nairobi hotel/airport pick-up & drop-off
  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Accommodation in economy, comfort, or luxury lodge/tented camp (your choice)
  • Game viewing drives as per itinerary
  • All park entrance fees
  • All meals on safari
  • Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
  • Government taxes and levies

What's Not Included

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
  • Items and services of a personal nature
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional Maasai village visit ($25 per person)

Safari Season Guide

Peak SeasonJul – Oct & Dec – Mar

Best wildlife viewing. Great Migration in the Mara (Jul–Oct). Dry weather, sparse vegetation makes animals easy to spot.

Shoulder AJan – Mar

Calving season in the Serengeti. Good birding. Pleasant weather with occasional showers.

Shoulder BJun

Transition to dry season. Fewer crowds, good rates. Early migration movements begin.

Low SeasonApr – May & Nov

Long rains (Apr–May) and short rains (Nov). Lowest prices. Lush landscapes, excellent birding, newborn animals.

Tour Pricing

Per person rates in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with dedicated driver-guide. Maximum 7 passengers per vehicle.

Group SizeNon-ResidentKenya Resident
AdultChildAdultChild
1 Traveller$560$420$360$250
2–4 Travellers$370$280$240$170
5–7 Travellers$290$220$190$130
Child Rates: Child rates apply to ages 3-11. Infants under 3 travel free.

Private safari in a 4\u00d74 Land Cruiser (max 7 passengers). Contact us for a personalized quote.

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Arusha area parks

Starting from

$290

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