Canoeing across the Momella Lakes in Arusha National Park offers a rare, quiet way to encounter wildlife from water level. Paddling slowly along the shoreline, it is common to spot hippos, giraffes drinking at the water’s edge, and a wide variety of waterbirds, including flamingos when the season is right.
Guides lead the canoes in small groups, keeping a safe distance from hippos and other animals while explaining the surrounding ecosystem. The still water and mountain backdrop, often including views of Mount Meru, make for a peaceful and scenic outing.
Canoe safaris typically run for one to two hours and pair naturally with a game drive elsewhere in the park.
