Can You Visit Arusha National Park Without a Package?
In short: yes. You can visit Arusha National Park for a single day without booking a package. You pay the park entry at the gate ($59 per international adult in high season, $53.10 in low season), and you need a vehicle to drive in. For the walking safari you go with an armed park ranger.
| On your own | With a guide | |
|---|---|---|
| Park entry | Paid by you at the gate | Included |
| Vehicle | You must arrange one | Included, with hotel pickup |
| Walking safari | Book an armed ranger at the gate | Arranged for you |
| Price | Park fees + vehicle hire | from $98 pp all-in |
My honest advice
If you already have a car, go on your own — it is easy. If not, a guided day trip usually costs less than hiring a car and driver yourself, and the fees are sorted. See the day trip.
Ask me which suits youCan I visit Arusha National Park without a tour?
Yes. You pay the park entry at the gate and need a vehicle; for the walking safari an armed ranger goes with you. A guided day trip includes the fees, the vehicle and pickup.
While you are in Arusha
We run day trips from Arusha — waterfalls, hot springs, coffee farms and walking safaris, with a licensed local guide and every entrance fee included.
