Tarangire National Park
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Tarangire National Park

Baobab-studded landscapes and one of Africa's largest concentrations of elephants.

Distance from Nairobi
2 hrs drive from Arusha
Park size
2,850 km²
Best time to visit
June–October (dry season)
Famous for
Elephant herds · Ancient baobabs

About Tarangire

Tarangire is northern Tanzania's least-visited big park, a landscape of ancient baobab trees, seasonal swamps and the life-giving Tarangire River, which draws in enormous elephant herds during the dry season.

It is one of the finest elephant destinations in Africa and offers a wonderfully quiet, uncrowded alternative to the Serengeti circuit.

Wildlife you'll see

The residents

Massive elephant herds Lion Leopard Buffalo Giraffe Fringe-eared oryx 550+ bird species
Top experiences

Things to do here

Elephant River Drives

Follow the Tarangire River in the dry months for elephant families in triple figures.

Baobab Photography

Sunset silhouettes among some of the world's oldest and largest baobab trees.

Walking Safari

Guided armed walks in the private conservation areas bordering the park.

Night Game Drive

In neighbouring conservancies, search for aardwolf, civet and hunting lion.

Sample Itinerary Highlight

A taste of Tarangire

Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire

Morning transfer, riverside lunch and an afternoon drive following the elephant herds.

Day 2
Baobabs & Bush Walk

Sunrise drive with bush breakfast, guided walking safari and a sundowner among the baobabs.

Design your journey

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