Day Trips from Tanzania to Arusha

An astonishing diversity of wildlife and plants can be seen during this day excursion to Arusha National Park, made famous by the great actor John Wayne who starred in the Hollywood feature film “Hatari”, as filmed in this location. Numerous different bird species, as well as buffaloes, waterbucks, giraffes, warthogs, zebras, and baboons, can be observed all year round. An armed ranger will be waiting for you at the Momella Gate to take you on your walking safari, which will allow you to see the wildlife up close. The Ngurdo Crater will be included in the itinerary. Guests will be served with a complimentary picnic lunch as part of the excursion.

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Explore the natural and cultural landscape of Tanzania on this full-day tour from Arusha. With a private guide, visit the Miserani Snake Park to learn about the slithery creatures of the country and take a camel ride to a local village. Then, learn about Tanzanian culture at the Heritage Centre in Arusha where you can admire local art.

With one day in Arusha you can cover key sites, but coordinating transport and activities takes up valuable sightseeing time. Choose a private tour to see and do more in the city, from browsing shops at the Arusha Central Market to checking out tribal traditions in the Cultural Heritage Centre. Door-to-door service means you won’t need to fight Arusha traffic, leaving you free to focus on exploring.

Spend a day exploring Arusha National Park, known for its fluffy colobus monkeys and its large population of giraffes. This small-group tour will take you from your Arusha hotel out to the park, where you'll spend the day looking for wildlife with your guide and fellow travelers. You’ll also take a break to dine on a picnic lunch right in the park.

Keep your eyes peeled for giraffes, tree-climbing lions, buffaloes, and much more on this private tour in Lake Manyara National Park. This hassle-free tour includes round-trip transfers from your departure point in Arusha, or you can come to the meeting point- whichever is easiest for you. You’ll have your guide’s full attention, since this isn’t a group tour, but rather a private tour just for you and your group.

Conquer the ultimately balanced Tanzanian day trip. Depart early to track big game on foot during a raw, 3-hour morning walking safari at Elephant lodge on the Tarangire border. After a hearty lunch, transition into the cultural oasis of Mto wa Mbu to cycle through local rice and banana farms, explore vibrant community markets, and discover rural farming life before a smooth evening drive back to Arusha.

Visit Lake Manyara National Park from Arusha on a trip that packs a diverse safari experience into one day of exploring. You’ll have time to search out the park’s tree-climbing lions and spot some of the hundreds of species of birds that live in the park, from the alkaline shores of Lake Manyara itself to forests of fig and mahogany trees.

What makes this tour unique is the chance to experience Tanzania’s wildlife in an authentic and personal way with a fully local team that knows the land deeply. Unlike many operators, we are 100% locally owned, which means your trip directly supports the local community and helps sustain local families. Our day trips to Tarangire or Lake Manyara are designed to be more than just game drives. We focus on creating real connections with nature, sharing local knowledge, wildlife behavior, and the stories behind the landscapes you explore. Whether it’s watching Tarangire’s famous elephant herds under ancient baobab trees or spotting tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara, every moment is guided with care and passion. Our experienced guides are trained to keep you safe and help you understand and appreciate the ecosystem, culture, and beauty of Tanzania. We also keep our tours affordable and accessible, because we believe unforgettable safari experiences should be possible for more travelers.

Arusha National Park has an awe-inspiring blend of vegetation which includes swamp, grasslands and montane forest and, of course, the mountain slopes of Meru which are swathed in tropical rainforest. It's a unique eco-system that attracts thousands of animals and birds.

What makes the Napuru Waterfalls, Local Coffee Tour, and Lake Duluti experience unique is how it blends three very different sides of Arusha into one seamless day. You move from a quiet, off-the-beaten-path hike to Napuru Waterfalls—far less crowded than more famous spots—into an interactive coffee experience where you don’t just taste but actually roast and prepare your own cup with local farmers, and then finish at the peaceful crater setting of Lake Duluti. This combination of hidden nature, hands-on cultural immersion, and relaxed scenery offers a more personal and authentic alternative to typical safari-focused activities, giving you a deeper feel of everyday life and landscapes around Arusha.

This 1-day Lake Manyara National Park safari package was designed to offer visitors, with a free day on hand, game drive through the park. Do you have a free day, maybe before or after a Kilimanjaro trekking adventure, or are you waiting for a flight to your next destination? These 1-day African safaris provide just the answer for you, to get a brief but unforgettable African wildlife safari experience. Packages for our 1-day safaris can be arranged to start from Moshi/Arusha town.

Venture into the scenic Arusha National Park for two exciting game drives, visiting the Momela Lakes and the Ngurdoto Crater. Explore the exotic wildlife, such as buffalos, elephants, and hippos.

Arusha National Park is one of the most interesting landscape’s spot in Tanzania. The park is geographically located only 32 km from Arusha town. Regardless of being among the parks admired for abundance of wildlife, fauna and flora there have three spectacular features; Shira plateau, Kibo and Mawenzi which complements to the beauty of this park. Viewing the Mount Meru from a close look and very fine weather has also attracted many visitors to this park. Its sounds unbelievable that all these and many more can explore in one-day excursion, Join our team to arrange for your next route while Africa – Tanzania.

Booking a walking safari with us offers an intimate, expertly guided exploration of Arusha National Park's diverse ecosystems. You'll enjoy close-up wildlife encounters and personalized attention, all while respecting nature through eco-friendly practices. Our safaris cater to various dietary needs and fitness levels, ensuring a comfortable and enriching experience. This is an ideal choice for those seeking a unique, sustainable, and deeply engaging wilderness adventure.

Spend a day at Arusha National Park, known for its large population of giraffes along with zebras, colobus monkeys, and buffalo, on this private safari tour. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you on a game drive through the park. You'll also go on a walking safari with a park ranger, allowing uninterrupted views and photos of wildlife.

Immerse yourself in a scenic wilderness where the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment meets a shimmering, flamingo pink soda lake. On this captivating safari through Lake Manyara National Park, you will journey through an incredibly diverse landscape, moving from lush groundwater forests alive with blue monkeys to expansive lakeside floodplains. Keep your eyes peeled for the park's legendary tree climbing lions lounging in ancient mahogany branches, watch massive elephant herds move through the acacia woodlands, and marvel at thousands of brilliantly colored waterbirds.

Arusha National Park was Ngurdoto Crater Highland National Park until 1967. The current national park covers an area of 137 sq km/53 sq mi, and is located near the town of Arusha between Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. The park and town derive their name from the Wa-Arusha people who traditionally live in this area. On this one-day excursion leaving from Arusha, Moshi or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will get to know the Ngurdoto Crater, Momella Lakes, highland montane forest, and the rugged Mount Meru (4,565 m/14,977 ft). The park has a wealth of wildlife including Colobus Monkeys, velvet monkeys, bushbucks, buffalos, red forest duikers, hippos, elephants, and giraffes. Birdlife, especially waterfowl, is abundant and interesting.

The Arusha National Park, is a small (137 sq km) but beautiful African park. It is the closest Tanzanian National Wildlife Park to both the famous “safari town” of Arusha (32 km), as well as the Kilimanjaro International Airport, thus making it ideal for day safaris, even from Moshi (65 km). Not only is the wildlife in the Arusha National Park abundant, but it is also one of the most beautiful and topographically varied game reserves in Tanzania. Optional guided walking safari – It is possible to arrange guide walking safaris, escorted by an armed ranger in the Arusha National Park, subject to additional cost. For more information, please contact us. Optional canoe safari – It is possible to arrange a canoe safari in the Arusha National Park, subject to additional cost. For more information, please contact us.

Discover a unique adventure spot, not just easy to find, but also an ideal base for exciting walking and canoeing excursions. This amazing destination gets you up close and personal with nature like nowhere else in the country! It s an unforgettable experience perfect for families or those seeking a thrilling change from traditional game drives.

Booking with us offers the added value of personalized service, knowledgeable local guides, and a commitment to sustainable tourism. During your game drive, our expert guides will enrich your experience with insights into the park’s diverse ecosystems and fascinating wildlife, including elephants, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and vibrant birdlife. With stunning views of the Rift Valley escarpment, this adventure promises a day full of unforgettable moments and a deeper connection to Tanzania’s wild beauty.

Get out of the vehicle and walk among the wildlife. This private day trip from Arusha combines a game drive with a guided walking safari alongside an armed park ranger, with no long drives. Arusha National Park lies on the slopes of Mount Meru, 45 minutes from town. You pass the Ngurdoto Crater and the Momella Lakes, home to flamingos and hippos, and drive through forest where black-and-white colobus monkeys live. Giraffes, buffalo, zebras and warthogs are common, and on a clear day you can see Mount Kilimanjaro. Then you walk for about 2 hours with your ranger through open grassland, close to giraffes and buffalo, learning to read tracks and spot birds. A picnic lunch is served in the park. You travel in your own 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, and park fees, walking and ranger fees, lunch and water are all included.

See Lake Manyara by vehicle and on foot on this private day trip from Arusha. You get your own 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof and a local driver-guide, plus a guided walk with an armed park ranger, so you experience the park in two very different ways. Lake Manyara sits at the foot of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Your game drive passes through lush groundwater forest full of baboons and blue monkeys, then out to open woodland and floodplains where elephants, giraffes, zebras and buffalo are common. Stop at the hippo pool and scan the lake for flamingos and pelicans. The park is known for its tree-climbing lions, though they are never guaranteed. Then leave the vehicle for a 1 to 2 hour walk with your ranger, learning to read tracks and spot birds up close. A picnic lunch is served in the park. Park fees, walking and ranger fees, lunch and water are all included. Minimum age is 12 because of park walking rules.