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Day Trips From Moshi - Compare 557 Tours
Moshi is a fascinating northern Tanzanian town, and the starting point of many a northern Tanzanian safari. It is best known as being the closest major town to Mt Kilimanjaro, although it’s also worth spending some time getting to know Moshi itself as a window on local life. It can also be the base for a cheap day trip to one of the two national parks not far from town. A day trip will give you a taste for what’s possible on any exploration of the country’s north. The views along the way should be incredible, thanks to the looming presence of both Mt Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest mountain) and Mt Meru (Africa’s fifth-highest) not far away to the north.
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1-Day Arusha National Park Advanture
$307 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Arusha NP, Arusha (End)
Go Serengeti African Tours
4.9/5 – 754 Reviews
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1-Day Arusha Park Tour from Arusha Town
$224 to $236 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Arusha NP, Arusha (End)
Professional Safaris
5.0/5 – 182 Reviews
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1-Day Fly-in-out Shared Safari to Nyerere National Park
$425 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Nyerere NP, Zanzibar (End)
Jambo Bwana Expedition
4.9/5 – 53 Reviews
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1-Day Safari to Arusha National Park and Canoeing
$219 to $225 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Arusha NP, Arusha (End)
Asili Explorer Safaris
5.0/5 – 65 Reviews
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1-Day Unforgettable Trip to Tarangire National Park
$205 to $219 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 4 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Joyful Safaris and Tours
5.0/5 – 26 Reviews
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1-Day Private Fly-in Wildlife Safari Zanzibar to Mikumi
$563 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Mikumi NP, Zanzibar (End)
Uwanda Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 327 Reviews
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1-Day Shared Safari in Mikumi Flying from Zanzibar
$440 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Mikumi NP, Zanzibar (End)
Kibo Mawenzi Safaris
5.0/5 – 112 Reviews
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1-Day Epic Trip to Mikumi National Park by Sgr Train
$205 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Dar Es Salaam (Start), Mikumi NP, Dar Es Salaam (End)
Kihindo Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 908 Reviews
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1-Day Tarangire Trip
$281 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Safari Soles
5.0/5 – 662 Reviews
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1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Joining Group Safari
$248 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourShared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Dallas Africa Safaris
4.9/5 – 133 Reviews
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1-Day Trip to Ngorongoro Crater
$434 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
FIF (T) Tours and Travel
5.0/5 – 60 Reviews
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1-Day Day Trip to Mkomazi National Park
$309 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Mkomazi NP, Arusha (End)
Promised Land Tours
4.9/5 – 28 Reviews
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1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari
$900 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tourLodge
You Visit: Arusha
Benson Safaris Tanzania
4.9/5 – 297 Reviews
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1-Day Private Fly-in Safari; Zanzibar to Nyerere NP
$563 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Nyerere NP, Zanzibar (End)
Marhaba Escape Safaris
5.0/5 – 23 Reviews
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1-Day Classic Tarangire Safari
$284 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Summer Winter Africa Adventures
5.0/5 – 96 Reviews
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1-Day Explore Tarangire Nationl Park
$275 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Somewhere In Africa
4.9/5 – 103 Reviews
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5 Questions About Day Trips from Moshi
Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony has written numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including ‘Tanzania’ and ‘East Africa’. He writes about Tanzania and the wider region for magazines and newspapers worldwide. He is also the author of ‘The Last Lions of Africa’, part of which is set in Tanzania.› More about Anthony
5 Questions About Day Trips from Moshi
Anthony Ham
Can you do a safari as a day trip from Moshi?
“A safari is definitely possible from Moshi in 1 day. The two parks within reach of such an excursion are Arusha National Park and Mkomazi National Park. That said, going on safari may not be the best use of your time. That’s because the parks are around a two- to three-hour drive from Moshi, and you could end up spending between four to six hours of your day just driving to and from the parks. That might be worth it for one of the more famous parks, but neither Arusha nor Mkomazi has the same abundance or variety of wildlife to make such a rushed visit worth it. Remember also that you’ll probably miss out on seeing many of the animals if you only have a day for a safari. The early morning and late afternoon are when the animals are most active and easiest to see. So unless you leave Moshi very early or return very late (and I don’t recommend traveling in the dark), you’ll be en route to and from the park at those times.”
1What parks can you visit from Moshi on a day trip?
“The two main parks to visit close to Moshi are Arusha and Mkomazi. The other nearby park is Kilimanjaro National Park, but that’s not really appropriate for a day trip as the main attraction there is climbing the mountain, which requires a multiday expedition. Arusha National Park is not a typical wildlife park. The main attraction is Mt Meru, either to climb it (which takes a return trip of around 4 days) or simply enjoy the views. The animals you can see in the park on a day trip include zebra, giraffe, buffalo and elephant. The other park you can visit on a day trip, Mkomazi, gets far fewer visitors. It also has Kilimanjaro views and terrific wildlife, of which elephants could be a big highlight. Another thing to do on your day trip could be a visit to Chemka Hot Springs, which lies south off the Arusha–Moshi road. These beautiful springs have a delightful forest setting, although they can be unpleasantly busy on weekends. Another possible excursion is to Lake Chala, a crater lake with blue-green waters 50km/31mi east of Moshi on the Kenya–Tanzania border.”
2Can you hike Mt Kilimanjaro as a day trip from Moshi?
“You can certainly visit Kilimanjaro National Park in 1 day from Moshi, but hiking to the summit and back is something that can take a week or more. The only reason to visit the park on a day trip would be to go for a walk through the forest or in the foothills of the mountain as a way of preparing for a climb on a later occasion. This can be a good way to get a feel for the trail, do some early altitude acclimatization and maybe meet your guide or porters. But you can also do this when you come back to climb the mountain, so coming here on a day trip isn’t really necessary. Remember also that coming here to where the trails begin is not a way of getting a view of the mountain. The best views are actually from farther away, even from Moshi itself.”
3Can I visit a coffee farm or take a local village tour near Moshi?
“Yes, both of these options are possible on a day trip from Moshi. On your excursion, the tour of the coffee farm will take in everything about how coffee is grown and processed, and possibly have a tasting at the end. It will usually be combined with another attraction, such as Chemka Hot Springs. But you can also combine this with a visit to a local village and even have time left over for the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls. What a fantastic day! A few tour operators offer affordable day trips of this kind, so ask around to make sure you get the best price and itinerary. Some companies may even be willing to customize your itinerary just for you.”
4Are meals, entry fees and transport included in day trip packages?
“What’s included in the cost of your day trip will vary from one tour or company to the next. On most day tours, lunch, entry fees, guides and transport should be included in any quoted price. Some may also include breakfast if you’re making a really early start, and/or dinner if the excursion lingers into the evening. The most important thing with any quote is to always ask what’s included and what will cost extra. Reputable companies will provide you with a detailed list of inclusions and exclusions, so it should never be too difficult to understand exactly what you’re paying for.”
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