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Arusha National Park is dominated by Mt Meru (4,562m/14,967ft), Tanzania’s second-highest peak after Mt Kilimanjaro. The popular climb takes four days. A day hike to Meru Crater is less challenging, but very rewarding too. Wildlife viewing is rather low-key, but the varied landscapes, flocks of flamingos, and superb forest birding make the park a great addition to a Northern circuit safari.

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Highlights

• Very scenic with different habitats, including forest

• Views of Mt Kilimanjaro

• Excellent birding with about 400 species

• Close to Arusha and accessible for a day trip

• Canoeing, mountain biking, walking and mountain climbs offered

• Some major safari animals aren't present or easily seen

• Small game-drive circuit