Tanzania · Northern Tanzania
Tarangire National Park
Baobabs, dry-season elephant herds and a river that holds everything together.
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In the dry months the Tarangire river becomes the only reliable water for miles, and the elephant concentrations that follow are among the highest anywhere in Africa. Ancient baobabs and rolling ridges make it the most distinctive landscape on the northern circuit.
In the green season much of the game disperses north, so Tarangire is best treated as a dry-season park.
Why Tarangire National Park is unique
- Northern Tanzania's largest elephant gatherings
- Ancient baobab landscapes
- Dry-season wildlife concentrated along the river
- Superb birding and quieter southern sectors
Park, conservation & permit fees
Park entry fee
USD 75 per adult / 24 hrs
Children under 12 are charged at 50% in our costing engine.
Indicative non-resident rates; final charges depend on travel dates, age, residency and authority updates. Confirmed fees appear in your itinerary and proforma invoice.
What you can expect to see
- Very large elephant herds along the river in the dry season
- Lion, leopard and, with luck, wild dog
- Fringe-eared oryx, lesser kudu and gerenuk
- Over 500 bird species, including the yellow-collared lovebird
Things to do
- River-circuit game drives
- Walking safaris and night drives in adjoining concessions
- Balloon flights over the baobab country
- Cultural visits in the Maasai steppe
When to go
June – October
Peak elephant concentrations along the river.
November – May
Green and beautiful, but game disperses widely.
Getting there
- Short drive from Arusha; usually the first stop on a northern circuit.
- Airstrip served by light aircraft from Arusha and the Serengeti.
Where to base yourself
- Inside the park for the river circuits
- Randilen and Manyara Ranch concessions for walking and night drives
Planning notes from our team
- Prioritise Tarangire if you travel between July and October; drop it in April and May.
Common questions
Is Tarangire worth adding to a short trip?
In the dry season, absolutely — the elephant viewing rivals anywhere in Africa. On a five-day green-season trip we would rather give those nights to the Serengeti.
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