- Safaris -
- Arusha National Park -
Arusha National Park is remarkable for its range of habitats - a miniature volcanic crater, highland rain forest, acacia woodlands and a string of crater lakes (The Momella Lakes). In addition, on a clear day there are spectacular views of both Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Arusha National Park offers many beautiful panoramic views. An opportunity not to be missed on your safari pictures.
Establishment: 1960
Area: 552sq km
Location: Between latitude 3o15' S and longitude 36o45' S at its centre
Features: Mount Meru, lakes, craters, forest and waterfalls
Altitude: 1524m at Momella to nearly 4565m at the summit of Meru
Attractions: Momella lakes, Ngurdoto crater, Meru crater and cone, black and white colobus monkeys, giraffes, forest and waterfalls
Common animals: More than 40 species of large mammals have been recorded including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, warthog, black and white colobus monkey, duikers and leopard
Distance and time: 40km (1 hour) from Arusha, 130km (1 - 2 hours) from Kilimanjaro National Park
Best time to visit: October to February
