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Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is in northern Tanzania, 115 km from Arusha. As it lies among the Arusha Dodoma Road, it is quite accessible by car. It is a large park, spanning 2,600 square km. The Park is named after the shallow but vital river which crosses it lengthwise, which gives support to a large wildlife population during the dry season.

A seasonal migration of wildlife is concentrated here July through October, thousands of animals including wildebeests, zebras, elands, elephants, buffaloes, hartebeests, and more migrate from the dry Maasai steppe to the Tarangire River. Lions and other predators can also be found in abundance during the dry season. Tarangire, home to large herds of elephant, has a spectacularly scenic baobab woodland.

Located slightly off the main safari route, Tarangire National Park is a lovely, quiet park in Northern Tanzania. It is most famous for its elephant migration, birding and authentic safari atmosphere. The majority of travellers to the region either miss out Tarangire altogether or venture into the park for a matter of hours – leaving swathes of Tarangire virtually untouched!
With a game viewing area that is roughly ten times the size of nearby Manyara NP and a concentration of game that is exceptional from July through to October, this seasonal Tanzania safari park is a little gem on the Northern safari circuit, especially if you love elephants!

Tarangire is the surprise package on the Northern circuit. Often overshadowed by the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire has huge concentrations of animals in the peak months and a fraction of the visitor numbers of any of the other Northern parks. Show me more >

Tarangire: the game

During the dry months the concentration of animals around the Tarangire river is almost as diverse and reliable as in the Ngorongoro Crater. However, the ecosystem here is balanced by a localised migration pattern that is followed by the majority of game that resides in and around the park. Show me more >

Tarangire: activities Tarangire safaris are the main activity, however, staying outside the park makes walking and night safari a possibility. There are no boat safaris on the rivers here but Oliver’s Camp offers adventurous fly camping trips and very good walking safaris. Both Oliver’s Camp and Swala have recently started night safaris within the park itself. Ask us for more information as the regulations here seem to change every year!

Tarangire: when to go

The game viewing from July though to October is exceptional but for the remainder of the year the majority of game migrates out of the park, onto the floor of the Rift Valley and to the grazing grounds of the Masai steppe. As a result, we would advise visitors not to expect high concentrations of game in the off season months, but would still recommend travelling here to those who want to avoid the crowds.

Tarangire: where to stay

There are many lodges that surround the border of Tarangire but we have always believed that staying in the park itself is the right choice. Swala and Oliver’s Camp are the top end choices in the park, with Oliver’s offering very good value for money considering the quality of accommodation on offer. Tarangire Treetops is located outside the park but its beautiful rooms are raised up into ancient baobab trees, making it, without any doubt, one of Tanzania’s most unique properties.

Sample Itineraries

Day 01: Arusha/Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at the Lodge drive to Tarangire National Park

The park, with its savannah, baobab trees, and seasonal swamps, is home to huge herds of elephants. Animals gather at the life-giving Tarangire River and you should see a selection of mammals from giraffes, blackbuck, and hartebeest to zebra and warthog. The park also has bison, zebra, and wildebeest, which closely follow a range, of lion-like predators. Leopards are occasionally seen, but cheetahs are rarely found. From the safari vehicle’s open roof, you can saturate the landscape and watch the animals. Picnic lunch will be provided and proceed with the Afternoon game drive on the way back to Arusha 

End of Program

Price includes

  • Park entry fees,
  • Game drives by 4WD safari vehicle.
  • English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Bottles of mineral drinking water.
  • All Government Taxes

Not included in the price:

  • International Flight
  • Airport transfers
  • Before and After accommodation in Arusha
  • Alcoholic drinks and beverages.
  • Tip for the driver

Day 01:          Arusha/Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at the Lodge drive to Tarangire National Park

The park, with its savannah, baobab trees, and seasonal swamps, is home to huge herds of elephants. Animals gather at the life-giving Tarangire River and you should see a selection of mammals from giraffes, blackbuck, and hartebeest to zebra and warthog. The park also has bison, zebra, and wildebeest, which closely follow a range, of lion-like predators. Leopards are occasionally seen, but cheetahs are rarely found. From the safari vehicle’s open roof, you can saturate the landscape and watch the animals. Picnic lunch will be provided and proceed with the Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel/Camp (FB) 

 

Day 02:           Full Tarangire National Park/Arusha  

Today, you’ll enjoy a full day of wildlife watching in Tarangire National Park with the option of Baloon Safari, Lunch will be taken inside the park then proceed with afternoon game viewing, 550 native species of birds, zebras, giraffes, dwarf mongooses, warthogs, waders, Thompson’s gazelles, and more. The park also has some of the most beautiful trees we have ever seen. Giraffes are about 14 feet tall but great at camouflaging to look like trees. Late Evening Drive back to Arusha and drop off at your hotel

End of Program

 

Price includes

  • Meals and Accommodation
  • Park entry fees,
  • Game drives by 4WD safari vehicle.
  • English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Bottles of mineral drinking water.
  • All Government Taxes
  • Lunch

 

Not included in the price:

  • International Flight
  • Airport transfers
  • Before and After accommodation in Arusha
  • Alcoholic drinks and beverages.
  • Tip for the driver
  • Cultural activities

Day 1: Arusha/Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at the Lodge drive to Tarangire National Park

The park, with its savannah, baobab trees, and seasonal swamps, is home to huge herds of elephants. Animals gather at the life-giving Tarangire River and you should see a selection of mammals from giraffes, blackbuck, and hartebeest to zebra and warthog. The park also has bison, zebra, and wildebeest, which closely follow a range, of lion-like predators. Leopards are occasionally seen, but cheetahs are rarely found. From the safari vehicle’s open roof, you can saturate the landscape and watch the animals. Picnic lunch will be provided and proceed with the Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel/Camp (FB)

Day 2: Full Tarangire National Park

Today, you’ll enjoy a full day of wildlife watching in Tarangire National Park with the option of Baloon Safari, Lunch will be taken inside the park then proceed with afternoon game viewing, 550 native species of birds, zebras, giraffes, dwarf mongooses, warthogs, waders, Thompson’s gazelles, and more. The park also has some of the most beautiful trees we have ever seen. Giraffes are about 14 feet tall but great at camouflaging to look like trees. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel/Camp (FB) 

Day 3: Tarangire National Park /Arusha

After breakfast, then drive to Arusha and drop off at your hotel. 

End of Program

Price includes

  • Meals and Accommodation
  • Ground transport
  • Park entry fees,
  • Game drives by 4WD safari vehicle.
  • English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Bottles of mineral drinking water.
  • All Government Taxes
  • Lunch

Not included in the price:

  • International Flight
  • Airport transfers
  • Before and After accommodation in Arusha
  • Alcoholic drinks and beverages.
  • Tip for the driver
  • Cultural activities

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