Tarangire National Park
FROM $ 800 USD* PER PERSON
*price p.p. incl. guide, safari-jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (Based on 6 persons)
Tarangire National Park: Elephant Haven and Baobab Forests
Tarangire National Park is one of the most exciting National parks found in the wildlife mainland region of Tanzania. Located in northeast Tanzania and regarded as one of the most accessible national parks from Arusha, Tarangire covers around 2,850 square kilometers, it is named after the Tarangire River flowing through it.
The Tarangire National park is well-known for its diverse wildlife, but mostly especially as the number one park with the highest concentration of elephants. Tarangire is also famous for giant baobab trees.
Even if Tarangire is not as famous as Serengeti or Ngorongoro, a visit to the Tarangire or combing a Serengeti safari with Tarangire can be much more rewarding giving you an encounter with the highest concentration of elephants and sighting of the giant baobab trees.
Tarangire is known for wildlife migrations, including wildebeests, elephants, gazelles, zebras, hartebeests, and buffaloes moving to the Tarangire River.
This yearly small migration attracts predators and bird. You can plan a visit to Tarangire to simply compare this to the giant Wildebeest Migration of Serengeti or Masai Mara.
Yes, if you are wondering, it’s quite easy and very possible to sight the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros and a diverse range of wildlife and over 500 bird species.
Tarangire National Park entrance cost.
Peak Season: (June-October)
EAC: Adult – TZS 10,000, Child – TZS 2000
Resident: Adult – USD 25, Child – USD 7.5
Non-EAC: Adult – USD 50, Child – USD 15
Low Season:
EAC: Adult – TZS 10,000, Child – TZS 2000
Resident: Adult – USD 22.5, Child – USD 7.5
Non-EAC: Adult – USD 45, Child – USD 15
Special Activities:
Walking Safaris:
Short walks for adults (1 to 2 hours): EAC – TZS 5000, Residents – USD 20, Non-EAC – USD 20
Short walks for children: EAC – TZS 2500, Residents: USD 10, Non-EAC – USD 10
Long Walks for adults (above 4 hours): EAC – TZS 10000, Residents – USD 25, Non-EAC – USD 25
Long Walks for children: EAC – 5000, Residents – USD 15, Non EAC – USD 15
Night Game Drive:
EAC: Adult – TZS 10,000, Child – TZS 5,000
Resident: Adult – USD 50, Child – USD 25
Non-EAC: Adult – 50, Child – USD 25
Crew Fee Per Person Per Day (guides, porters, campers, driver guides, and cooks): TZS 3,500
Balloon Operation Fees (per person per trip): USD 40
Regarding the Tarangire park entrance, kindly note the following;
- The above currencies for non-residents are in United States Dollars.
- The indicated process excludes 18% VAT.
- Costs are per persons per day.
- Costs exclude Camping fees for accommodation inside parks or TAWA fees for accommodations inside TAWA regulated areas.
- Cash payments aren’t allowed and all payments must have Control numbers for verification before entry to the park.
Entrance Gates to Tarangire National Park:
Tarangire National Park has three entrance gates. Much as all these gates take you to the same park at same entry cost, you shall definitely encounter a relatively different experience:
- Tarangire Main Gate: As the name suggests, this is the major entry to Tarangire national park and closes to central and northern regions of the park, which are renowned for their high density of wildlife, especially elephants.
The Tarangire main gate is located southeast at about 115 kilometers from the Arusha city.
- Lodoare Gate: This is the secondary gate to Tarangire National park. Located at the east of the park, Lodoare Gate provides access to the eastern region and it is about 75 kilometers which is about 1.5hour drive southeast of Arusha.
- Matete Gate: This gate to Tarangire national park is about 140 kilometres southwest of Arusha and it acts as the entry point to the giant Baobab trees of Tarangire.
Things to do in Tarangire National Park
Game Drives Safari: Despite of its famous largest herds of elephants and the giant baobab trees, Tarangire also a habitat for all the big 5 animals including lions, leppards, buffaloes, rhinos and many hippos, antelopes, zebras, wildebeest with a relatively larger amount of giraffes and many other animals can be sighted in a Tarangire wildlife gamedrive.
A Tarangire game drive can start at 6:00am and the afternoon game drive usually start at 02:00pm. The afternoon/evening game drive may be your best time to sightsee some of the rarest species of Tarangire including the dwarf mongoose, honey badger, vervet monkeys, banded mongoose and the African wild dog.
Night Game Drives: Tarangire night game drives shall expose you to the various park’s nocturnal wildlife. These usually start after dinner and can last for about 3 hours. Night drives offer a chance to spot elusive creatures like leopards, hyenas, and bush babies, which are not as active during the day.
Tarangire Walking Safaris: Guided walking safaris provide a unique and immersive experience in the park as you discover some of the most exciting wildlife on foot.
Tarangire waling safari usually take 2-4 hours depending on your choice. To ensure safety of the guests, a walking safari guests are usually accompanied by armed guide(s).
Walking safaris offer a closer connection to nature and a chance to learn about the smaller flora and fauna often missed during game drives.
Balloon Safaris: Arranging Tarangire balloon safari is your very best way to experience the parks wildlife from above. Balloon safaris in Tarangire National Park offer a thrilling experience for visitors to soar above the wildlife-rich landscape at sunrise.
They typically start around 6:00 AM and last for approximately two hours offering you an incredible panoramic views of elephants, giraffes, and other exciting attractions the park has.
After the flight, visitors can enjoy a bush breakfast in the wilderness for a memorable and unique adventure.
Tarangire River: A visit to Tarangire without reaching the Tarangire River is almost incomplete. The Tarangire River is the lifeblood of Tarangire National Park, drawing a wide variety of wildlife year-round.
Accessible through game drives, visitors can spend a few hours exploring the river and its surroundings.
Finalizing your early morning or late afternoon with a visit to the Tarangire River give you ample time to spot thirsty animals, as they come to the river for drinking and cool their body temperature.
Silale Swamp: Silale Swamp, situated in the southern part of the park, serves as a vital water source during the dry season. Accessible by game drives, this vast seasonal swamp attracts animals in large numbers. The late dry season (August to October) is the ideal time to visit, as animals gather around the swamp for water, offering ample opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Gursi and Kitibong Springs: Gursi and Kitibong Springs are natural water sources that attract animals, especially during the dry season. Located in the southern region of the park, visitors can observe animals coming to quench their thirst during game drives. The dry season (June to October) is the best time to witness this spectacle when water sources become scarce, drawing wildlife to these springs.
Baobab Trees: These Iconic and ancient baobab trees scattered throughout Tarangire National Park are the parks’s signature attraction. Easily spotted during regular game drives, visitors can appreciate the unique landscape and take advantage of photo opportunities. While baobabs can be enjoyed at any time during the day, witnessing the sunset with these majestic trees offers a particularly picturesque scene.
Bateleur Eagle
Ostrich
Banded mongoose
Nile Crocodile
African wild dogs
Buffalo
Giraffes
Elephant
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