Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park covers Mount Meru, a prominent volcano and impressive feature which dominates this park. Mount Meru rises up to an elevation of 4566m. The Park is located in the Arusha Region in the north eastern of the country. Although small, Arusha most treasure is its spectacular landscape.


The Park lies on a 300-kilometre axis of Africa’s most famous national parks, stretching from Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in the west to Kilimanjaro National Park in the east. Despite its small size, Arusha National Park boasts a rich variety of wildlife. Common mammals include zebra, warthog, giraffe, buffalo, the black-and-white colobus monkey, the blue monkey, etc. Flamingos are also seen in huge congregations on the Momella lakes. Arusha National Park is one of the best destinations in Tanzania for walking safaris.