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Tarangire National Park

Tanzania's Best-Kept Elephant Paradise

About Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is Tanzania's hidden gem for wildlife lovers. This quiet park sits in northern Tanzania, away from the busy crowds that fill other safari destinations. The park became famous for its incredible elephant herds and amazing bird watching. During the dry season from July to October, over 3,000 elephants gather along the Tarangire River, creating one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife shows. The park covers an area ten times bigger than nearby Lake Manyara, but gets far fewer visitors. Ancient baobab trees dot the landscape like giant guardians, while the seasonal river draws animals from across the region. Most travelers skip Tarangire or only spend a few hours here, which means you can enjoy authentic safari experiences without fighting for the best viewing spots.

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Tarangire is known for excellent wildlife viewing from July to October when animals gather around the Tarangire River. Expect to see large herds of elephants, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and various antelope during peak season.

Reasons to travel to Tarangire National Park

  • ✓Watch massive elephant herds gather during the dry season migration
  • ✓Enjoy peaceful game drives without crowded vehicles everywhere
  • ✓Sleep in unique treehouse lodges built into giant baobab trees
  • ✓Photograph stunning landscapes with iconic African baobab trees
  • ✓Take walking safaris and night drives for different wildlife perspectives
  • ✓Spot rare animals like dwarf mongoose, oryx, and gerenuk found nowhere else

Safari Experiences in Tarangire National Park

“Excellent guides who not only know how to guide a raft through the rapids, but can explain the geology and the history of the area. This trip gives you the opportunity to see a part of Dinosaur National Monument that most people never get to see”

- Martin

Tourist, Canada

Map Of Tarangire National Park

Useful Travel Tips

Tarangire National Park FAQ's

The best time is during the dry season from June to October when animals gather around water sources. July through October offers the most spectacular game viewing with huge elephant herds and other wildlife concentrated along the river. Avoid December through March when tsetse flies are troublesome and many animals have migrated away.
During peak season from July to October, up to 3,000 elephants gather in the park. You will often see herds of 20 to 50 elephants together, and sometimes much larger groups. The elephant viewing here rivals anywhere in Africa during these months.
No, Tarangire receives far fewer visitors than other northern parks. Even during peak season, you will have much more space and quieter game viewing. Many travelers skip Tarangire completely or only visit for a few hours, leaving most of the park virtually untouched.
Tarangire is one of the few places where you might spot dwarf mongoose, oryx, and gerenuk, though sightings are rare. The park also has excellent populations of lesser and greater kudu, which are harder to find elsewhere in northern Tanzania.
Two to three days allows enough time to explore different areas of the park and increases your chances of seeing rare animals. One day gives you a good taste, but spending longer lets you appreciate the park's quieter atmosphere and venture into remote southern areas.

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