Watch black-and-white colobus monkeys moving through the forest, spot giraffes on the grasslands and explore the Momella Lakes by canoe. Arusha National Park gives you several ways to experience a safari, all within easy reach of Arusha city.
Mount Meru rises above the park, with forested slopes, waterfalls and walking trails to explore with a ranger. Whether you visit for a day or stay longer to climb the mountain, there’s plenty to get you out of the safari vehicle and into the landscape.
Wildlife in Arusha National Park
Look up as you drive through the forest: black-and-white colobus monkeys are among the park’s best-known residents, often spotted in the branches overhead. You may also see blue monkeys and baboons, while giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and warthogs roam the grasslands.
Around the Momella Lakes, look out for waterbucks along the shores and flamingos feeding in the shallows. Birdwatchers have plenty to keep them busy too, with more than 400 species recorded in the park.
Curious? Take a look around Arusha National Park
Information and facts
Forest, grassland and alkaline lakes surround Mount Meru in Arusha National Park. Look out for black-and-white colobus monkeys in the treetops and giraffes and buffaloes in the clearings below.
Wildlife highlights
- Buffaloes
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Black-and-white colobus monkeys
- Blue monkeys
- Vervet monkeys
- Baboons
- Waterbucks
- Bushbucks
- Warthogs
- More than 400 bird species, including flamingos
Arusha National Park facts
- Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second-highest mountain.
- The seven Momella Lakes are shallow alkaline lakes.
- Ngurdoto Crater has forested walls and a marshy floor.
- Stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.
- Activities include walking safaris, canoeing and mountain treks.
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