
2-Day Arusha National Park Walking & Canoe Safari
Two unhurried days in Arusha National Park with a walking safari on foot, a canoe trip on the Momella Lakes and game drives to Ngurdoto Crater — ideal before or after a Kilimanjaro climb.
About this safari
Two unhurried days in Arusha National Park with a walking safari on foot, a canoe trip on the Momella Lakes and game drives to Ngurdoto Crater — ideal before or after a Kilimanjaro climb.
This 2 days private safari starts in Arusha and takes you to Walk among giraffe and buffalo with an armed ranger, Canoeing on Small Momella Lake, Colobus monkeys and Ngurdoto Crater, A night at a lodge on the edge of the park. Your own vehicle and guide set the pace, and every stay and transfer is confirmed around your dates.
Safari snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
| Day | Place | Highlights | Hotel options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Game drive to Ngurdoto Crater and the Momella Lakes | Crater floor game drive · black rhino · Lerai forest | Rivertrees Country Inn or similar |
| Day 2 | Walking safari, canoeing and return to Arusha | Colobus monkeys · Momella Lakes · Mount Meru views | Departure |
Ways to customise this trip
- Add a night in the bush, a cultural visit or a balloon flight
- Upgrade your stays or finish with beach time in Zanzibar
Route
- Day 1Arusha National Park
- Day 2Arusha National Park
Day by day
Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
1Day 1Game drive to Ngurdoto Crater and the Momella LakesRivertrees Country Inn or similar / Lunch, Dinner

We leave Arusha after breakfast for the short drive to the park. The morning is spent in the forested eastern side, watching for colobus monkeys and bushbuck before reaching the Ngurdoto Crater rim viewpoints. After a picnic lunch, drive north to the Momella Lakes, a chain of shallow alkaline lakes that change colour with the algae and draw flamingos and waterbirds. Late afternoon light on Mount Meru is the best of the day. Check in to your lodge on the edge of the park for dinner and the evening sounds of the forest.
- Main stop
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation
- Rivertrees Country Inn or similar
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner

2Day 2Walking safari, canoeing and return to ArushaBreakfast, Lunch

An early start for a walking safari with an armed park ranger — two to three hours on foot across open glades, learning to read tracks and droppings while giraffe, buffalo and warthog watch from a distance. After a late breakfast, you paddle a canoe on Small Momella Lake with a guide, looking for hippo, waterbirds and buffalo at the water's edge. Lunch at the picnic site, a final short game drive, and back to Arusha in the mid-afternoon — or onward to your Kilimanjaro hotel or the airport.
- Main stop
- Arusha National Park
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.
Tour rates
Your price depends on your dates, group size and the stays you choose. We confirm it in writing once we have checked availability.
Prices are per person and assume shared rooms. Season, park fees, group size, flights and lodge availability all affect the final quote.
Get my exact quoteWhat’s included
Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entrance and conservation fees for the itinerary
- Accommodation as listed, or similar
- Meals as listed and bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- Airport or hotel transfers at the start and end
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Drinks at lodges and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Canoeing fee, if not booked in advance
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Read guideFrequently asked questions
Can this 2 days itinerary be changed?
Yes. We can review your dates, daily pace, room preferences and interests, then build a specific proposal. Changes to flights, activities or park nights may affect cost and availability.
Which accommodation will I stay in?
Your proposal will name the properties and room categories for each night. Any stays shown here are planning options and remain subject to availability; alternative properties are agreed before confirmation.
What wildlife will we see?
Wildlife sightings depend on season, weather and the animals themselves. Your guide plans around local conditions, but particular species, migration movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Can I change the route and accommodation?
Yes. The published routes are starting points. Tell us your dates, interests and preferred comfort level so we can adjust nights, transfers and activities before quoting.
What determines the final price?
The travel season, number of travellers sharing a vehicle, park fees, room arrangements, lodge availability and domestic flights all affect cost. Your written proposal will identify inclusions and optional extras.
Can the safari finish in Zanzibar?
A mainland safari can connect with Zanzibar by a separately arranged domestic flight. Leave enough time for the transfer and confirm baggage allowances before booking flights.
When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?
Wildlife can be seen all year. June to October is dry, with animals gathering near water. January to March brings the calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains: greener, quieter and often better value. We match the parks and camps to the month you travel.
How many days do I need?
Two or three days suit Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Four to six days let you add the Serengeti without rushing, and seven or more give time for extra parks, a cultural visit or the coast. Fewer long drives usually means a better trip.
Is the safari private?
Our tailor-made safaris are private: your own vehicle and guide, and a daily pace set around your group. Shared departures can sometimes be arranged for solo travellers — ask us and we’ll explain the options.
What vehicle will we travel in?
Game drives are in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for viewing and photography. Your proposal confirms the vehicle and seating for your group size.
Is a safari suitable for children?
Yes, with the right planning. We keep drives shorter, choose family-friendly rooms and build in rest time. Some camps and activities have minimum ages, so please share each child’s age when you enquire.
Can you cater for dietary needs?
Most lodges and camps can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other meals with notice. Tell us about allergies or requirements when you enquire and we’ll pass them to every property on your route.
Do I need vaccinations or malaria tablets?
Requirements depend on your nationality and recent travel, and a yellow fever certificate may be needed if you arrive from certain countries. Malaria precautions are generally advised. Please check with a travel health clinic before you go.
What should I budget for tips?
Tipping is not compulsory but is customary for guides and lodge staff. We include current guidance with your proposal so you can plan for it in advance.
Will there be Wi-Fi and charging?
Many lodges and camps offer charging points and some Wi-Fi, but the connection can be slow or limited to main areas in remote parks. A spare power bank is useful on game drives.
How far in advance should I book?
For July to October and the holiday season, three to nine months ahead gives the best choice of camps. Shorter notice is often possible — send us your dates and we’ll check availability.
A few details.
A good beginning.
Tell us who is coming and what you would love to find here. We’ll send back a route you can read, question and make your own.
- Planned around your dates and interests
- Midrange or luxury, at your pace
- A personal conversation with our local team


