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sixthofdecember
DE
Visited:
September 2015
Reviewed: Sep 29, 2015
Email sixthofdecember | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful walking safari in Arusha NP
On my most recent trip to Tanzania (September 2015), the first park we visited was Arusha National Park. In the morning, we took a "regular" game drive through the park, on which we were introduced to Tanzania's wildlife slowly but surely--we saw monkeys, birds and giraffes, among others. What makes Arusha NP special for me, though, is the walking safari we took in the late afternoon the same day. For obvious reasons, you can't get very close to most animals on foot (which is a good thing, of course--I would not have wanted to be any closer to the herd of buffalos we saw from afar), but we still managed to see a pair of giraffes less than 50 m away. Walking through a national park certainly puts things into perspective, especially the size of both the park and the animals. It feels very different walking paths similar to the ones you've already driven across, and gives you a new appreciation for safaris as a whole. It also adds to the "bush vibe" of the entire country, because it feels like it's just you and the animals.
JD~PHOTOGRAPHY
CA
Visited:
May 2015
Reviewed: Jun 28, 2015
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Safari was an amazing African experience
My visit to Arusha National Park was an amazing experience and a great way to start off my trip to Tanzania! My full day safari in Arusha National Park was one of amazing landscapes and views, as well as incredible wildlife! We witnessed many different species of animals from Blue Monkeys and Baboons to giraffes and numerous birds. One of the highlights of the safari was visiting the Momela Lakes where we viewed thousands of pink flamingos. Even though Arusha National Park doesn't have the large cats such as lions and cheetahs, there are many other amazing species to witness while you are there. An amazing national park to visit for sure!
Tom Robinson
GB
Visited:
October 2014
Reviewed: Jun 9, 2015
Email Tom Robinson | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful variety of wildlife and habitats with many opportunities for close encounters!
In terms of animals there is also a huge range of things you can see in a very beautiful setting. Of particular interest would be the beautiful black and white colobus monkeys that you are unlikely to see elsewhere. You will also see many troops of baboons, giraffe, buffalo as well as a variety of antelope.
Whilst the tour of Arusha is mostly driven, there is the opportunity to take a walking tour, which i think is worth it. You will get closer to some
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of the wildlife and see more of the beautiful landscape.All in all it is definately worth a visit to Arusha national park. You will see all of the park in a day so its just a quick trip before you depart for the larger reserves such as Tarangire or the Serengeti,
Regina from Vancouver BC
CA
Visited:
November 2014
Reviewed: Apr 29, 2015
Email Regina from Vancouver BC | Experience level: first safari
Arusha National Park should be done at the beginning of the trip. After the overwhelming wildlife in the other parks, Arusha National Park seemed to be a little less exciting.
Mieke Verschueren, Belgium
BE
Visited:
November 2014
Reviewed: Apr 20, 2015
Email Mieke Verschueren, Belgium | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Sandy H.
US
Visited:
December 2014
Reviewed: Apr 16, 2015
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Arusha National Park is one of the smaller parks. The scenery is astounding. This park was our introduction to safari and our first glimpse of the wonders to come.
Mary Lee Tennant
US
Visited:
December 2012
Reviewed: Jan 28, 2014
Email Mary Lee Tennant | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was very interesting animal wise , but smaller . Certainly worth a visit.
Tom Bissonnette
US
Visited:
August 2009
Reviewed: May 25, 2012
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had beautiful vistas and views of Mt. Kilamangaro while here in Arusha National Park.
Sheikh. Ghulam Sarwar
TZ
Visited:
July 2011
Reviewed: May 14, 2012
Email Sheikh. Ghulam Sarwar | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris