Balloon Camp Tarangire

Balloon Camp Tarangire is on the eastern side of Tarangire National Park, close to Boundary Hill. The Silala Swamp, popular with wildlife, lies to the south.

Balloon Camp Tarangire is around 165 kilometers from Arusha or a three-hour drive.

The following features can be found in the rooms: a spacious bathroom, coffee machine, LCD TV, room safe, and king-size beds. Outside each tent is a large verandah, perfect for viewing the wilderness.

Check-in is by 07.00 hours, and check-out is by 11.30 hours.

Guests can arrange a balloon safari, a walking safari, or a game drive. (Note that these are at extra cost.)

A laundry service is available at extra cost. Return time depends on the weather, as items are washed by hand and hand-dried.

Guests are always advised to drink bottled water at Balloon Camp Tarangire and use the water in the taps for showers and washing. Use bottled water for cleaning your teeth, too.

Yes, with advance notice, we can cater to most dietary requirements. Balloon Camp Tarangire can cater to these, and we recommend you also discuss your needs on arrival.

A ‘tipping box’ is available if you want to give a gratuity and any tips received are then shared amongst the camp staff. We advise that you make your contribution at the time of your check-out.

Yes, the rooms have mosquito nets. We advise you also to bring your mosquito repellent.

Yes, the Balloon Camp Tarangire provides hot water for showers.

It is useful to arrive at Balloon Camp Tarangire with sufficient cash to pay for extra drinks and staff gratuities. Banknotes such as 5-dollar, 10-dollar, and 20-dollar bills are best. Poor network coverage in the parking area may mean the card machine is not always working. Most of the time, you can use US Dollars in Tanzania, particularly in tourist areas, and major credit cards are accepted at most hotels, lodges, and camps. However, we advise having some local currency on you if you want to purchase from a local shop. Major towns and airports have forex bureaus where you can exchange most major currencies such as US Dollars, British Pounds, Euros, etc.

Due to the ever-present possibility of wandering wildlife, we ask you not to walk unaccompanied. You can request an escort, by radio, at any time of the day.