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1-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Offered by - Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Tour Features
Discover the untouched beauty of Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and diverse parks, nestled between Mount Meru and the Momella Lakes. This compact yet wildlife-rich park offers a rare combination of lush forests, open savannah, crater lakes, and mountain views all in a single day. Guided by our professional local safari guide, this experience is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic safari close to Arusha without long driving hours. Expect close encounters with wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich storytelling from experts who grew up in this environment.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arusha – Arusha National Park – Arusha
Early Morning Pick-Up (07:00 – 07:30 AM)
You will be picked up from Arusha Airport, your hotel, or any location within Arusha city by our professional safari guide in a well-maintained 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing.
After a short briefing, we drive to Arusha National Park (approx. 45 minutes).
Morning Game Drive (09:00 – 12:30 PM)
Enter the park as the wildlife becomes active in the cool morning hours. Enjoy a guided game drive through:
- Montane forests – home to black-and-white colobus monkeys and blue monkeys
- Open grasslands – where giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and warthogs roam freely
- Momella Lakes – often painted pink with flamingos and other water birds
Photographic opportunities are excellent, with Mount Meru forming a dramatic backdrop.
Optional Walking Safari (Subject to Availability)
Enhance your experience with a guided walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger an exclusive activity only available in a few Tanzanian parks.
USP: “Walk the African bush and learn animal tracking, medicinal plants, and survival stories from your expert guide.”
Picnic Lunch (12:30 – 1:30 PM)
Enjoy a freshly packed picnic lunch at a designated scenic picnic site inside the park, surrounded by nature.
Afternoon Game Drive (1:30 – 4:00 PM)
Continue exploring different park zones, including:
- Ngurdoto Crater viewpoints
- Scenic forest trails
- Open plains rich in herbivores
Your guide will share deep insights into wildlife behavior, conservation efforts, and local ecology.
Return to Arusha (4:00 – 6:00 PM)
After an unforgettable day, exit the park and drive back to Arusha. You will be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up.
Main Destination: Arusha National Park
Meals & Drinks: Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Dec 28, 2025 - Dec 28, 2030
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Tanzania
Afrique Aesthetic Safaris offers unforgettable Tanzania wildlife tours, relaxing Zanzibar beach escapes, thrilling Kilimanjaro treks, and immersive cultural experiences tailored for every traveler.
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