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Day trip
Lake Duluti Day Trip
Overview
Lake Duluti is a small crater lake on the eastern edge of Arusha, close to the road toward Usa River. It sits in a bowl of green forest, and on a clear day the cone of Mount Meru rises above the trees. It is an easy, gentle outing and a good way to fill a spare day before or after a safari or a mountain climb.
This day trip is about moving slowly. You paddle a canoe across the calm water with a guide, stop for a picnic lunch on the shore, then follow a forest path that loops through the trees around the lake. Along the way your guide points out the birds that hunt along the water’s edge and the monkeys that move through the canopy.
Tanzania Tourism Safaris collects you from your hotel in Arusha in the morning and brings you back in the afternoon, so there is no need to arrange transport. The trip runs with as few as one traveler, which makes it a handy choice if you are on your own or arrive in Arusha a day early.
Tour highlights
- Guided canoe paddle on a quiet crater lake
- Forest walk on a trail around the lake
- Kingfishers, herons and other waterside birds
- Mount Meru views on clear days
- Picnic lunch on the lakeshore
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
Day by day
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Day 1 Morning: Canoe and Forest Walk at Lake Duluti Meals Lunch
Your guide picks you up from your Arusha hotel in the morning for the short drive out to the lake. After a safety briefing and a life jacket fitting, you set off by canoe across the still water, watching for kingfishers and herons along the reeds. Lunch is a picnic by the shore. In the afternoon you walk a forest trail around the crater, looking for monkeys, butterflies and lizards, before the drive back to Arusha.
Prices by season
Per person in US dollars. The price depends on when you travel and how many travelers share the trip.
| Season | 1 traveler | 2 travelers | 4 travelers | 6 travelers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low season 1 Mar – 31 May | $127 | $85 | $70 | $58 |
| High season 1 Nov – 20 Dec and 6 Jan – 29 Feb | $134 | $90 | $74 | $62 |
| Peak season Now 1 Jun – 31 Oct and 21 Dec – 5 Jan | $148 | $99 | $82 | $68 |
Tour price includes
- Pickup and drop-off at your Arusha hotel
- Transport in a 4×4 vehicle
- English-speaking local guide
- Canoeing and guided forest walk
- Entry fees and taxes
- Picnic lunch and drinks
- Runs with a minimum of one traveler
Tour price excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Souvenirs and personal items
Questions about this trip
Do I need canoeing experience?
No. The lake is small and sheltered, and your guide gives a short briefing and fits you with a life jacket before you set off. The pace is relaxed, and you paddle alongside the guide rather than on your own.
What should I bring for the day?
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet. Bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and a light layer, plus binoculars and a camera if you have them. Lunch and drinks are provided.
Is this a good trip for the day before a safari or climb?
Yes. It is close to Arusha, physically gentle and back in the afternoon, so it fits neatly into an arrival or rest day without tiring you out before a longer trip.
Before you go
- Best Time To Visit Tanzania
- How Much Does a Tanzania Safari Cost?
- Top Safari Packing List in Tanzania
- The Best Guides on Tanzania Visa Requirement
- Tanzania Travel Insurance
- Tanzania Travel Safety
- Tipping In Tanzania Safari
- Tanzania Safari Faqs
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