Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Lake Chala and Arusha National Park Safari with crater hike

2 Days Round trip from Lake Chala Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the turquoise to deep blue-green waters of Lake Chala
  • 02 Hike down steep crater walls to the lake's edge for breathtaking views
  • 03 Look out for elephants, colobus monkeys, baboons, dik-diks, and kudus
  • 04 Enjoy game drives through Arusha National Park's varied terrain
  • 05 Discover Mount Meru, the Momela Lakes, and the Ngurdoto Crater

Embark on a two-day adventure exploring Lake Chala and Arusha National Park. Hike down the crater walls to the shores of Lake Chala, a vibrant crater lake near Mount Kilimanjaro with turquoise to deep blue-green waters fed by underground streams. Look out for elephants and other wildlife around the lake, then continue to Arusha National Park to discover Mount Meru, the Momela Lakes, and the Ngurdoto Crater, home to giraffes, buffalos, warthogs, and more.

Hike down the crater walls to the shores of Lake Chala, a vibrant crater lake near Mount Kilimanjaro with turquoise to deep blue-green waters fed by underground streams.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Arusha National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Lake Chala Crater Lake Adventure

Morning

  • Meet your guide at the hotel for a briefing.
  • Head to Lake Chala, near Tsavo National Park.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive with views of large herds of elephants migrating between Kenya and Tanzania.
  • Explore the stunning Lake Chala with its turquoise to deep blue-green waters, fed by underground streams from Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Hike down the steep crater walls to the lake's edge for breathtaking views.

Afternoon

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a serene spot near the lake.
  • Wildlife sightings may include blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, baboons, dik-diks, and kudus.
  • Optional swimming is available near the shore.
  • In the evening, return to BruBru Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Arusha National Park Game Drive and Airport Drop-off

Morning

  • After breakfast, meet your guide for a briefing.
  • Drive to Arusha National Park, famous for its varied terrain and abundant wildlife.
  • Explore the park's top features, including Mount Meru, Momela Lake, and Ngurdoto Crater.
  • Enjoy a morning game drive, spotting animals such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalos.

Afternoon

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.
  • Continue with an afternoon game drive to the Momela Lakes and the Ngurdoto Crater.
  • Look out for warthogs, antelopes, blue monkeys, and possibly leopards or hyenas.

Late Afternoon

  • Depart from the park for the airport, concluding your safari adventure.
Lake Chala turquoise waters, Mount Kilimanjaro foothills, Ngurdoto Crater

Where this trip takes you

Lake Chala turquoise waters, Mount Kilimanjaro foothills, Ngurdoto Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lake Chala 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities, unless labeled as optional
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation on safari, unless listed as an upgrade, as indicated in the shared program
  • Unlimited drinking water, as specified in the day-by-day section
  • Refreshments during the safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with charging plugs for mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight (from Arusha to Zanzibar)
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set-menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • The power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha, or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • 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.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Lake Chala
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Lake Chala.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €436.00 — €1,074.00
Double Sharing €436.00 — €676.00

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