Tarangire National Park measures 1,600 squares miles (4,144 square km) and is Tanzania’s fifth largest park. The park is named after the life-giving Tarangire River that provides the only permanent water for wildlife in the area. The river is a magnet for wildlife during the dry season when massive concentrations of elephant, buffalo, wildebeest and zebra congregate along its banks. Tarangire has a special character all its own, and is especially well known for a few outstanding highlights.
Your adventure begins with an early pickup from your Arusha hotel. Most tours depart around 7:00 am to maximize wildlife viewing when animals are most active. Your driver-guide will provide a packed breakfast or coffee for the journey. The scenic drive takes you through Maasai landscapes traditional villages, open grasslands, and cattle herders going about their daily routines.
Upon entering the park, your morning game drive begins immediately. This is prime time for wildlife spotting as predators are still active from the night's hunt. What you might see Elephant herds sometimes numbering in the hundreds, Lions resting under shade or scanning for prey,
Giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and buffaloes grazing across the plains, Leopards and cheetahs (if you're lucky and have a sharp-eyed guide).
Around midday, your guide will stop at a scenic picnic site overlooking the Tarangire River or Silale Swamp. Here, you'll enjoy a delicious packed lunch while watching wildlife gather at the water's edge. Our lunch spot had a view of the river, and you will watch elephants drinking while you are eating. Monkeys provided entertainment too.
After lunch, your afternoon game drive continues. This is an excellent time to Explore different habitats river valleys, acacia woodlands, open savannah Spot predators becoming more active in the cooler temperatures Visit termite mounds, often used by dwarf mongoose families Observe hippos in the Tarangire River pools.
As the sun begins its descent, you'll exit the park and begin the drive back to Arusha, arriving around 18:00 pm. Your guide will drop you at your hotel, concluding your safari.
Yes, we specialize in creating personalized tours based on your preferences, whether you’re looking for a honeymoon getaway, adventure trek, or special-interest safari. Please contact us to design a tailor-made itinerary that suits your needs.
For safaris, we recommend packing lightweight, neutral-colored clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, binoculars, and a camera. For trekking, you’ll need hiking boots, warm layers, waterproof gear, and other essentials. We will provide a detailed packing list for specific tours upon booking.
We offer a range of accommodations, from luxury lodges and tented camps to more budget-friendly options like campsites. The type of accommodation will depend on the tour package you choose, but all our accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and location.
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