Tarangire National Park

The Kingdom of Elephants and Baobabs

Just a short drive from Arusha, Tarangire National Park is often overshadowed by the Serengeti and Ngorongoro — yet it remains one of Tanzania’s best-kept safari secrets. Known for its massive elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife concentrations, Tarangire offers a quieter, more intimate safari experience away from the crowds.

The park takes its name from the Tarangire River, a vital water source that cuts through the landscape and draws animals from far and wide, especially during the dry season. With its rolling savannahs, swampy wetlands, and ancient baobab forests, Tarangire is as scenic as it is wild.

Tarangire Safari Highlights

Tarangire is ideal for both day trips and multi-day safaris, offering wide-open game viewing, uncrowded roads, and an authentic wilderness vibe. Game drives near the river and wetlands often produce dramatic sightings of predators and large mammals drinking, bathing, and interacting in their natural habitat.

Want something different? Consider a walking safari or night game drive (available in some private concessions).

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Lake Manyara Safari Experience

Lake Manyara is ideal for half-day or full-day game drives, making it a perfect stopover en route to Ngorongoro or Serengeti. The park’s dense forests and marshes create a unique safari atmosphere different from the wide-open plains of the Serengeti and allow for close-up encounters with elephants and hippos.
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Arusha, tanzania

We’re conveniently located just minutes from Arusha city center and within easy reach of Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Whether you’re arriving for a safari briefing or just dropping by, our doors are open to welcome you.