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Tarangire National Park

Getting its name from the Tarangire River, Tarangire National Park offers stunning wildlife sightings with few tourists.
The park is known for its large herds of elephants and scenic baobab trees. Tarangire is Tanzania’s 6th largest national park, covering a vast area of 2,600 square kilometers.

Why Visit Tarangire National Park

  • The parks boast rich and diverse wildlife and birdlife.

  • The ancient Baobab trees are a sight to behold, especially at sunset.

  • Expect to witness large herds of Elephants throughout Tarangire National Park.

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Getting to Tarangire National Park

By road

Tarangire National Park can be reached by road from Arusha. The journey from Arusha takes around 120km/2 hours drive.

By air

Daily scheduled flights are available to Tarangire National Park from Arusha and Dar es Salaam with Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, and Precision Air.

Best time to visit Tarangire National Park

Tarangire can be visited year-round and has a short rainy season.
If you want an unspoiled safari view, visiting the park during the dry season from June through October is best.
Most animals will head towards the Tarangire River to stay hydrated during this time, giving travellers excellent game viewing opportunities.

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Popular Activities in Tarangire National Park

Tarangire’s wonderful safari destination features several big games and other smaller animals. Check out some of them on our list below.

Landscape

Walking Safari

Balloon Safari

Bird Watching

Game Drive

Cultural Tour

Bush Meal

Wildlife in Tarangire National Park

Though Tarangire may not be on top of your list of Parks to visit, it’s a good option if you don’t like crowded parks.

Coke’s Hartebeest

Coke's hartebeests are swift runners at 65 km/h speed. These animals have long, narrow faces, pointed ears, long legs, ridged horns, and a sloping back.

Impala

Impalas are medium-sized antelopes that look like a mix of a goat and deer. They have long necks and legs, with black twisted horns.

Spotted Hyena

Learn about the intriguing spotted hyenas, renowned for their scavenging abilities and distinctive vocalizations, in Mufindi's wilderness.

Fringe-eared oryx

Another animal species you'll likely spot at the lake are the fringed-eared oryxes. These are relatively muscular antelopes with short, slim legs.

Cheetah

The cheetah is a large and powerful feline native to Africa and the world's fastest land animal, running 70 miles per hour!

Buffalo

The African buffalos are massive mammals with brown to dark hoofed color and drooping fringed ears. They also have large curved horns and can weigh from 425 to 900 kilograms.

Giraffe

Giraffes are the tallest living hoofed mammals and the largest ruminant on Earth! You'll be amazed when you see them up close during your game drive or walking safari activity.

Leopard

Leopards are big cats with light colors, and distinctive black spots called rosettes. Poop, urine scents, and tree scratches mark each territory.

Zebra

Zebras are wild and untamable. They have a pretty aggressive streak and are quick to get angry, so it's best to keep a safe distance from them.

Wildebeest

Also known as gnus, wildebeests are part of the antelope family. They are heavily built animals with large box-like heads and curved horns.

Birdlife in Tarangire National Park

Tarangire is a true bird watcher’s heaven with over 400 bird species. So get those binoculars out because Tarangire will keep you busy.

Ashy Starling

Ashy starlings are slim, brownish-grey birds with long, narrow tails. They have an oily-green sheen and remiges with blackish masks around their eyes and pores.

Speckle-fronted Weaver

The speckle-fronted weavers are small, distinctive birds with speckles and black crowns. On top of that, the back of their collar and neck are pale and rufous.

Red-necked Spurfowl

The red-necked spurfowl has grey to black streaked or white underparts. They have red legs, bare facial skin, and necks.

Little-bee Eater

The little-bee eaters are attractive birds with black gorgets, green upper parts, rich brown upper breasts, and yellow throats. Moreover, they have brown and green wings with black beaks.

Tawny Eagles

As their name suggests, tawny eagles own tawny-colored upper parts with black flight feathers, tails, and a paler lower back area.

Crested Francolins

Another fascinating bird species you'll likely spot in West Kilimanjaro is crested francolins. These are medium-sized buff-brown birds with rare-raised bushy crests.

Attractions and Landscapes in Tarangire National Park

Tarangire is a place with notable landscapes worthy of taking photos. Hence, make sure not to leave your camera at home!

Baobab trees

Baobab trees are Tarangire's iconic image. It is a tall succulent, often called the Tree of Life, which can live up to 2,500 years.

Termite mounds

Another wondrous landscape you can find in Tarangire is the termite mounds. These are huge, red-earth mounds that became synonymous with Tarangire.

Grassy savannas

The lovely park of Tarangire has grassy savannas where the rich wildlife forage day and night.

Tarangire River

Swamps

Among the swamps in Tarangire, the Silale Swamp is the most famous. Many herbivores gather here for water supply.

Granite rocks formations

Granite rock formations are among the breathtaking landscapes found in Tarangire. These rocks sometimes serve as resting places for some animals like hyrax and more.

Where to stay in Tarangire National Park

If you’re planning a trip to the Tarangire National Park, there are many great places to stay that will help make your experience unforgettable.
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Wellworth Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge

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Safari tents in a lush, green African savannah landscape with scattered trees under a cloudy sky.
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  • Tented Camp

Tarangire Tortilis Camp

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  • Comfort Plus
  • Safari Lodge

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

  • Tarangire National Park
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  • Comfort
  • Tented Camp

Tarangire Simba Lodge

  • Tarangire National Park
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  • Comfort
  • Tented Camp

Tarangire Safari Lodge

  • Tarangire National Park
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  • Comfort
  • Cottage

Tarangire Osupuko Lodge

  • Tarangire National Park
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Safari tents in an open savannah landscape under a cloudy sky, with dry grass and scattered trees in the background.
  • Comfort
  • Tented Camp

Tarangire Ndovu Tented Camp

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Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tanzania
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  • Tented Camp

Sanctuary Swala Camp

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  • Comfort
  • Tented Camp

Roika Tarangire Tented Lodge

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  • Luxury
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Oliver’s Camp Asilia Africa

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Tarangire National Park Tours

Our top tours in Tarangire National Park

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  • 07
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$3292 Per Person

Tanzania Culture Safari Experience

  • Private
  • Comfort
TOUR ID : SPC15
Arusha > Tarangire National Park > Ngorongoro Crater > Ngorongoro > Serengeti National Park > Lake Eyasi
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Giraffes grazing in a sunlit savannah with distant mountains under a clear sky.
  • 09
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$6332 Per Person

Tanzania Luxury Adventure

  • Private
  • Luxury
TOUR ID : SPL30
Arusha > Arusha National Park > Lake Manyara > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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A herd of wildebeests crossing a dusty riverbank, leaping into water, creating a dynamic and dramatic wildlife scene.
  • 09
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$7958 Per Person

Tanzania Wildebeest Migration Luxury Safari

  • Private
  • Luxury
TOUR ID : MSPL7
Arusha > Lake Manyara > Serengeti National Park > Central Serengeti > Northen Serengeti > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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Elephants by a riverbank in a lush landscape, with sunlight highlighting their features and greenery in the background.
  • 09
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$3575 Per Person

Tanzania Camping Experience

  • Private
  • Basic
TOUR ID : SPB30
Arusha > Arusha National Park > Lake Manyara > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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  • 08
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$3745 Per Person

Tanzania Glamping Experience

  • Private
  • Comfort
TOUR ID : SPC22
Arusha > Tarangire National Park > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater
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  • 08
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$3745 Per Person

Experience Wildebeest Migration Safari

  • Private
  • Comfort
TOUR ID : MSPC9
Arusha > Lake Manyara > Central Serengeti > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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Giraffes standing among lush green trees in a sunlit forest, showcasing a serene wildlife scene.
  • 10
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$7662 Per Person

Tanzania Luxury Safari Tour

  • Private
  • Luxury
TOUR ID : SPL32
Arusha > Tarangire National Park > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro: Empakaai Walking Safari > Ngorongoro Crater > Lake Manyara
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A hippo with an open mouth in a lush, green wetland setting, partially submerged in water.
  • 07
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$3579 Per Person

The Perfect Tanzania Safari

  • Private
  • Comfort Plus
TOUR ID : SPCP17
Arusha > Tarangire National Park > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater
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  • 08
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$4044 Per Person

Discover Tanzania Safari

  • Private
  • Comfort Plus
TOUR ID : SPCP25
Arusha > Arusha National Park > Lake Manyara > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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Two rhinos grazing on lush grasslands with distant trees in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania.
  • 08
 Days
$3987 Per Person

Big Five Safari in Tanzania

  • Private
  • Comfort Plus
TOUR ID : SPCP20
Arusha > Lake Manyara > Serengeti National Park > Ngorongoro > Ngorongoro Crater > Tarangire National Park
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