The closest park to Arusha town packs remarkable variety into a small area: the Momella Lakes with their flamingos, the forested Ngurdoto Crater, colobus monkeys, giraffes and buffaloes — all beneath Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak. It is one of the few parks where you can do a guided walking safari and canoe among wildlife.
Giraffe, buffalo and colobus monkey are common sightings, with the Momella Lakes drawing flamingos and waterfowl, and clear days offering views of both Kilimanjaro and Meru’s own crater.
Best time to visit
Year-round; clear views of Meru and Kilimanjaro are most likely June–February in the early morning.
How to experience it with us
Ideal for your arrival or departure day: a full-day trip with game drive, optional canoeing and walking safari from $250 per person. Ask us about 3–4 day Mount Meru climbs.