Arusha National Park in northern Tanzania is a compact gem known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Dominated by Mount Meru, the park features the Ngurdoto Crater, often called the “Little Ngorongoro,” and the scenic Momela Lakes. Visitors can enjoy hiking Mount Meru, spot a variety of wildlife including giraffes and colobus monkeys, and explore the cultural heritage at the Ngurdoto Museum. Its accessibility from Arusha makes it a convenient starting point for northern circuit safaris, combining nature and culture in a relatively small but captivating area.
Pick up from Arusha town and drive to Arusha National Park with lunch box. The park (137km²), has terrain ranging from open savannah through acacia scrublands to Afro montane cloud and rain forest and Afro-alpine vegetation similar to Mount Kilimanjaro. There are several alkaline lakes and the spectacular Ngurdoto Crater. Mammal species include elephant, buffalo, various primates, giraffe and leopard. Hiking is allowed if accompanied by an armed guard and the climb up Mount Meru is superb, often giving the best views available of Mount Kilimanjaro.
At 4,556m, Mount Meru is the fifth highest mountain in Africa and is located in the Arusha National Park.
The tour ends in Arusha town at around 1700hrs
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