Tarangire National Park

Why You Should Visit Tarangire National Park

• The Gentle Giants of Tarangire National Park
• Indigenous Baobab Trees (dating back to about 1000 years old)
• Largest Wildlife Population
• Ornithology Heaven (over 550 species of birds)
• Changing Landscape (river, plains swamps, grassland, kopjes, and plethora of indigenous trees)
• Hot Air Balloon Safari Rides

Tarangire Park covers approximately 2,600 square miles (6,700 square kms), and lies to the south of a large open grass plain in southern Masai land, 70 miles (115 kms) from Arusha. It is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania and is home to Tanzania’s largest population of African elephants.

The park is named after the Tarangire River, which is a permanent water source for its inhabitants. The river draws large herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles and hartebeests as well as the lions, leopards and other predators who prey upon them.Other animals that can be seen include buffalo, giraffe, elands, warthogs, greater kudu, gernuks and impalas. Huge magnificent baobab trees and volcanic mountain ranges add to the scenic splendor of this unique national park.

Sunset over Tarangire National Park

What to do

• Guided Walking safaris accompanied by an armed ranger
• Walking with maasai guide to the village and around the park
• Popular Game drive
• Day trips to Maasai and Barabaig villages, as well as to the hundreds of ancient rock paintings in the vicinity of Kolo on the Dodoma Road.
• Night Game drive

Tarangire Walking Safari, why you should do walking in Tarangire?

A walking safari is normally designed to fit into your safari schedule, and can be scheduled early in the morning or late afternoon when tropical temperatures are cool.

Safaris don’t get much better than walking in the wilderness with only a pair of binos and an expert guide, and some spectacular face-to-face wildlife encounters along the way

• On foot you are a participant in the world of wildlife rather than a spectator.
• You can visit remote areas in solitude, away from the crowds.
• It awakens your senses when you see, feel, hear and smell wildlife and the bush.
• You walk on the same path as elephants, lions, buffaloes and other wildlife.
• Feel connected with nature and savor the excitement of encounters with wildlife first hand.
• Learn how to observe wind direction, to read animal tracks and to pay attention to animal behavior.
• Enjoy also the smaller wildlife, which can’t be so easily seen from a vehicle.
• More adventurous and intimate way to experience nature and wildlife than by vehicle.
• The walks are guided and normally accompanied by an armed ranger

Nature walk with a Maasai guide

A walking adventure in the bush provides a new perspective on the African landscape and its many residents. These walks are available in private concessions bordering Tarangire National Park. Tread across the vast plains of the Tarangire National Park, accompanied by an expert field guide and an authentic Maasai warrior, with tribal knowledge that spans over centuries. Learn the traditional Maasai way of life and discover how they live in harmony alongside Africa’s mighty wildlife. The perfect setting to appreciate nature, the slow pace of the walk combined with the interpretative skills of the guides will open your eyes to a fascinating world. Spend an hour or two out in the bush, with the chance to encounter wildlife, such as zebra, waterbuck, impala and ostrich. These guided walks bring you closer to nature, leaving lasting impressions from an ancient culture, and an appreciation for a simpler way of life.

Night Game Drive Tarangire National Park

A new world of nocturnal animal species awaits you on an exclusive night game drive excursion within the Tarangire National Park, as this area is considered an ideal location for this activity. Lake Manyara ecosystem close by, Tarangire National Park is a melting pot for all types of animals. Tarangire river is richly in the reliable waters year round and animals here are in prime conditions making wildlife viewing even better. The lesser seen animals are generally seen.

A night game drive gives your safari a completely different twist as you see all the nocturnal animals that you not see during the day. These animals now appear with eyes lighting up in the darkness when the headlights of the safari jeep meet them. Your guide tells you all about these night lovers, and helps you to spot nocturnal species such as porcupines, civet cats, genets, bush babies, lions and leopards.

Night game drive will begin around 19:30 and you will have a short briefing on what to do and not do during the night game drive. You will then drive into the night within the vast Tarangire Park to see the animals, some of which are rare and inactive during day time. Leopards will be easily spotted and other animals, including: Lions, wandering elephants, antelopes, porcupines, Genet, and civet cats.

Your drive will and have you back at your lodge/hotel or Tented Camp/Public Campsite at around 22:30 hours. There will be additional costs, we will hire a park ranger and some extra fee.