Tarangire National Park Day Trip

Overview

Is one of the most popular parks in the northern circuit of Tanzania its located about 120Km southwest of Arusha city “Tanzania tourist hub”. Tarangire is popular due to its highest concentration of elephants per square kilometer than any other park in Tanzania. The name originated from the Tarangire River that flows through the center of the park and it is the refuge center for animals and wildebeest during the dry season as the main source of water.

Ebony and baobab trees, python, cheetah, elephant African wild dog, lesser greater kudu, veusa oryx, and many others. There is also plenty of bird species it is believed to have more than 550 species more than what Serengeti can offer.

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Itinerary in Details

Tarangire National Park Day Trip

Early in the morning we will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and drive heading to Tarangire National Park. The Tarangire National Park has the highest density of elephants in North Tanzania and you can view these animals all year round in which the herds often can reach an impressive number of 300 animals. The Tarangire River has water all year round and during the dry season, between July and October, many animals from the surrounding areas come to the river for drinking. If you visit the park during the dry season, you will witness an unforgettable natural wonder as you can observe wonderful creatures such as lions, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeest, and zebras as well as various types of antelopes and gazelles and with a little luck, you can also spot a python. This area during the dry season bird can be seen whereby bird watchers can see over 550 different species including the Masai Ostrich -the world largest bird. Around lunchtime, you will stop at a suitable picnic place to have lunch, and later the time is dedicated to more wildlife watching. Before sunset, you will be taken back to your hotel in Arusha.

Lunch included

Tour Includes

  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Lunch box
  • Mineral water
  • All national park fees

Tour Excludes

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

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