Walk freely alongside the wildlife of Tanzania and visit unique sights. A great way to start your safari experience. At the foot of Mount Meru lies Arusha National Park, a beautiful park famous for its green surroundings, lakes, unique sights, and black-and-white colobus monkeys. A walking safari is a unique and thrilling experience and a chance to get up close with wild animals, face to face. It is an experience that is only possible in a few national parks.
Start location: Arusha
Start time: 08:00 AM
Duration: Full Day
Availability: Daily
You’ll start the day with a short drive to Arusha National Park, taking about 30 minutes from Arusha. From there, we’ll drive through the beautiful green surroundings of the park to spot local wildlife, while enjoying a stunning view of Mount Meru in the background.
Next, your local safari ranger will take you on a walking safari. The scents and sounds of the African bush are best experienced on foot, as you walk alongside freely roaming animals in their natural habitat. Your ranger will explain how to move safely near wild animals and share knowledge about the unique flora and fauna of Arusha National Park.
During the walking safari, you’ll visit unique sights such as the impressive waterfall hidden in the heart of the park, Ngurdoto Crater, and Lake Momella, where thousands of pink flamingos can often be spotted.
Many visitors come hoping to spot the elusive colobus monkey. Giraffes, buffalo, zebras, warthogs, and blue monkeys may also be seen. Arusha is also excellent for birdwatchers, with trogons, starlings, turacos, and migrating flamingos among the species that can be discovered.
| Group Size | Price Per Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2 Persons | $265 |
| 6 Persons | $165 |
Depart Arusha at 08:00 AM for the approximately 30-minute drive to Arusha National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the park, a guided walking safari with a local ranger, and visits to the waterfall, Ngurdoto Crater, and Lake Momella before returning to Arusha.
Novella Safaris has been running Tanzanian journeys. Our licensed guides, modern 4×4 Land Cruisers, and 24/7 in-country support make us the trusted choice for over 4,800 travellers to date. Group size is capped so every guest gets personal attention.
All in-destination transport is included: airport pickup, park drives in custom 4×4 vehicles, inter-park transfers. International and domestic flights are not included.
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) is the local currency. USD is widely accepted at parks, lodges and shops. ATMs are available in Arusha, Moshi, Zanzibar and major hubs. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AMEX and bank wire.
Clothing: Layered, muted colours; light hiking pants, breathable shirts, warm fleece and waterproof shell.
Footwear: Broken-in walking shoes, sandals, warm socks.
Essentials: Sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, insect repellent, small day pack, binoculars, camera with spare batteries, headlamp.
Documents: Passport (6+ months validity), visa, travel insurance, printed itinerary copies.
First-aid: Personal medication, ibuprofen, malaria prophylaxis, plasters, oral rehydration salts.
Departure: Novella Safaris office, Moshi, Tanzania.
Pickup available from: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), Arusha Airport (ARK), Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR).
Tipping is customary and appreciated. Guideline: USD 15 per day for driver-guides, USD 10 per day for cooks, USD 5 per day for camp staff. Tips are paid at the end of the trip.
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Deposit: 20% at reservation to confirm your booking.
Balance: Due 60 days before departure.
Accepted methods: Visa · Mastercard · AMEX · bank wire.
Documents required: Signed booking form, passport with 6+ months validity, valid visa, travel insurance.
30+ days before departure: 20% of the total trip cost retained.
14–29 days before departure: 50% retained.
Less than 14 days: 100% retained.
If you find a replacement 14+ days before departure, no cancellation fee applies.