Tarangire National Park
About Tarangire National Park
46
Safari Tours
4.4
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
56
Years Protected
Highlights
- Largest elephant herds in Tanzania, often numbering in the hundreds
- Iconic ancient baobab trees create a unique and photogenic landscape
- Less crowded than the Serengeti and Ngorongoro while offering excellent wildlife
- Outstanding bird watching with over 550 recorded species
- Easy to combine with other northern circuit parks
Considerations
- Wildlife disperses widely during the wet season, reducing sightings
- Tsetse flies can be bothersome in certain areas of the park
- Fewer luxury accommodation options compared to the Serengeti
- Limited predator sightings compared to the Serengeti or Ngorongoro
Wildlife
Big Five Status
Lion
occasional
Leopard
occasional
Elephant
common
Buffalo
common
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Giraffe
Common
Zebra
Common
Wildebeest
Common
Kudu
Occasional
Impala
Common
Grant's Gazelle
Common
Kori Bustard
Occasional
Lilac-breasted Roller
Common
Rock Python
Rare
Best Time to Visit
Climate Overview
Getting There
Nearest Airport
Tarangire Airstrip
Nearest City
Arusha
Drive Time
2 hours
Safari Tours (46)
7-Day Tanzania Big Five Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Lake Manyara National Park +1
From
$2,130 /person
Customizable
8-Day Tanzania Calving Season Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park
From
$3,186 /person
Customizable
4-Day Mid-Range Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,200 /person
Customizable
5-Day Affordable Northern Tanzania Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$1,750 /person
Customizable
6-Day Serengeti Migration safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park
From
$1,850 /person
Customizable
10-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Cultural Experience
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Ngorongoro Crater +2
From
$2,650 /person
Customizable
5-Day Midrange Northern Circuit Safari Adventure
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti National Park +1
From
$1,200 /person
Customizable
6-Day Midrange Northern Circuit Safari Adventure
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater • Lake Manyara National Park +1
From
$1,600 /person
Customizable
9-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
Visits: Lake Manyara National Park • Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater +1
From
$7,755 /person
7-Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$5,475 /person
8-Day Calving Season Safari
Visits: Arusha National Park • Tarangire National Park • Serengeti National Park
From
$3,600 /person
3-Day Midrange Safari to Tarangire & Ngorongoro
Visits: Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Crater
From
$990 /person
Tarangire National Park
46 tours available