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Tarangire National Park

Giant baobabs and great herds of elephants

Northern Circuit

Discover Tarangire

Tarangire is known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. In the dry season the Tarangire River becomes the main water source for the region, drawing elephants, buffalo, zebra and wildebeest into the park in great numbers.

Less visited than the Serengeti, Tarangire has a relaxed, wild feel. Its varied landscapes of river valleys, swamps and woodland support tree-climbing lions, leopards and a rich birdlife of more than 500 species. It is an easy drive from Arusha, making it a perfect start to a northern circuit safari.

Best timeJune–October for the biggest herds
SizeAbout 2,850 km²
Known forElephants, baobabs, birdlife

Wildlife & sights

ElephantLionLeopardBuffaloGiraffeZebraPythonOstrich
  • Herds of elephants along the Tarangire River
  • Ancient baobab trees on the ridges
  • Excellent birding all year round
  • Quieter game drives with fewer vehicles
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Tarangire National Park

Safaris Visiting Tarangire

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2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater Safari From$690per person Mid-range
2 days Tarangire · Ngorongoro

2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

A short, rewarding safari: elephants beneath the baobabs of Tarangire, then a full morning on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.

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3-Day Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari From$1,150per person Mid-range
3 days Tarangire · Lake Manyara · Ngorongoro

3-Day Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari

Three of northern Tanzania's finest parks in three days: elephants, Rift Valley forests and the wildlife-filled Ngorongoro Crater.

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5-Day Tanzania Classic Safari From$2,150per person Mid-range
5 days Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro

5-Day Tanzania Classic Safari

Our most popular route: Tarangire's elephants, two days on the Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater.

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6-Day Luxury Northern Circuit Safari From$4,650per person Luxury
6 days Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro

6-Day Luxury Northern Circuit Safari

Northern Tanzania in comfort: handpicked luxury lodges and tented camps, three nights in the Serengeti and a private crater day.

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7-Day Great Migration Safari From$3,290per person Mid-range
7 days Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro

7-Day Great Migration Safari

Follow the wildebeest herds: we place you where the migration is at the time of your visit, from the calving plains to the river crossings.

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10-Day Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday From$3,890per person Safari & Beach
10 days Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro · Zanzibar

10-Day Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday

The perfect Tanzania holiday: five days on safari followed by four nights on the white beaches of Zanzibar.

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