What to expect
This full-day adventure to Tarangire National Park offers a perfect taste of Tanzania’s wildlife within a short time. Known for its towering baobab trees and sweeping savannahs, Tarangire is home to the country’s largest elephant population and an impressive variety of animals, including lions, leopards, giraffes, and over 500 bird species. It’s a photographer’s dream, with diverse landscapes and wildlife encounters that make each moment unforgettable.
This tour is great for
- Budget Safari
- Wildlife safari
- Calving Season
- Short Quick Adventure
Best Time to go
Tour Highlights
- Game drive in Tarangire, famous for its elephant herds and baobab trees
- Chance to spot lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and many more
- Over 500 bird species, including colorful rollers and lovebirds
- Scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the park
- Perfect for travelers with limited time seeking a rich wildlife experience
Day Experience
Tarangire National Park
Morning
Your journey begins early from Arusha or nearby locations, with a scenic drive through rural landscapes toward Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will handle entry formalities as you enjoy the first glimpses of wildlife near the gate. The morning game drive takes you into the heart of the park, where the golden light reveals herds of elephants grazing among ancient baobabs and giraffes stretching for leaves high above. With fewer vehicles compared to other parks, you can expect peaceful sightings of zebras, wildebeests, and buffalo. A mid-morning coffee stop allows you to relax and absorb the beauty around you.
Afternoon
After a picnic lunch at one of Tarangire’s scenic picnic sites, continue exploring deeper into the park. The Tarangire River becomes the lifeline for wildlife, attracting animals to drink and hunt in the heat of the day. This is an excellent time to spot predators such as lions resting under shade or leopards lounging on tree branches. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy watching colorful species like lilac-breasted rollers, hornbills, and yellow-collared lovebirds. Your guide will position you for the best photographic opportunities, sharing insights about animal behavior and the park’s unique ecosystem.
Evening
As the afternoon cools, begin a slow game drive back toward the park entrance, keeping an eye out for last-minute sightings of elephants moving in family groups or antelope grazing in the fading light. The warm hues of the sunset create a magical backdrop for photography, highlighting Tarangire’s dramatic scenery. By late evening, exit the park and drive back to Arusha, arriving around dusk with a camera full of photos and unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes—all in a single rewarding day.
What’s Included
- Transportation in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Park entrance and conservation fees for Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater
- 1-night accommodation at Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals as indicated in itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner on Day 1; Breakfast & Lunch on Day 2)
- Bottled water during game drives
What’s Excluded
- International or domestic flights
- Personal travel insurance
- Optional activities or tips
- Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) at the lodge
- Visa fees
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