Arusha National Park Day trip from Arusha is possible - morning Walking Safari escorted by an armed ranger followed by an afternoon game drive to the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater. Black-and-white colobus monkeys are uniquely found here and there are other wildlife such as buffalo, hippo, giraffe, zebra, vervet monkeys, antelope and the occasional leopard to be seen here. Mkuru is situated on the north side of Mt Meru, not far away from the irrigated fields of Ngarenanyuki & the Momella gate, of Arusha National park. From a distance the area can be recognized through the remarkable shape of Ol Doinyo Landaree, the little mountain that looks like a pyramid. Masaai families live in traditional bomas scattered throughout the area. In the early morning, the warriors start wandering with their cattle in search of water & pasture. Young children take care of the goats & sheep, and sometimes assist their mothers in fetching water & collecting firewood. Canoeing Safari - This is a two-and-a-half hour canoeing safari with a qualified guide in good quality and safe two-man canoes run by Footprint Adventures. Life jackets and water packs are provided. Guests receive all safety information and set off on the water in the company of the canoeing guide. Canoeists glide over the smooth lake water 20m offshore drifting past herds of giraffe, buffalo, gazelle and elephant, ending with a refreshing drink stop. Departure times from the gate are 07:30 and 14:30 and the length of excursion is approx 3-and-a-half to 4 hours long. Level of strenuousness is moderate (canoeing is always done with the wind from behind)