Locate Arusha National Park with Primate Holidays on a compact, wildlife-rich 2-day safari that starts and ends in Arusha. Conveniently close to Arusha city famously the safari capital of Africa this short trip is perfect for travelers who want big wildlife moments without long transfers. Moreover, it pairs easily with longer itineraries to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara or Kilimanjaro.
Why choose this safari
Quick and convenient: pick-up in Arusha or at Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport, and then you’re in the park within 30 minutes.
Wildlife and scenery: expect giraffe, zebra, Cape buffalo, elephant, warthog, colobus and blue monkeys, plus abundant birdlife.
Activities galore: besides classic game drives, enjoy boat safaris, hiking, bird-watching, walking safaris, horseback rides, camping, bush meals and more.
Bonus: Mount Meru rises dramatically nearby note that it’s Africa’s fifth-largest mountain and typically a three-day climb.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Airport/Arusha pick-up, briefing, lodge check-in, full-day game drive with packed lunch.
Day 2: Morning game drive, lodge check-out and airport/Arusha drop-off.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Full-day Game Drive
Your Primate Holidays guide will collect you at approximately 08:00 from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. After a 30-minute safari briefing, you’ll transfer to your lodge (about 30 minutes). Consequently, you’ll have breakfast around 10:00, followed by a full-day game drive with a packed lunch until about 18:00. Afterwards, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Departure
Depending on your flight time, depart early for a three-hour morning game drive until 10:00, then return to the lodge to check out. Finally, you’ll be transferred to the airport or Arusha for onward travel, marking the end of your 2-day safari.
What’s included
Accommodation and meals.
Full-time English-speaking guide.
Bottled drinking water.
Park admission fees.
Airport pick-up and drop-off.
What’s excluded
International flights.
Travel insurance (required).
Alcoholic beverages.
Tips.
Any activities or services not listed above.
Practical notes
Although the park is small, it rewards visitors with varied habitats and rich wildlife, so you won’t be bored.
Moreover, this tour is ideal as a standalone getaway or as part of a longer Northern Tanzania circuit.