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Tarangire National Park Guided Day Tour From Arusha

About this experience

Tarangire is the least visited of the parks along Tanzania's northern circuit. The park's large elephant population, iconic Baobab trees, and diversity of wildlife make it one of the best parks in the country for taking breathtaking photos or simply basking in the beauty of the world's largest land mammals.

Game drives through Tarangire are particularly thrilling during the dry season when the animals of the park must cluster closer and closer to the Tarangire River. 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.  This offers a great opportunity to see plenty of animals in one place and to witness the predator-prey relationship in action

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  • Duration: 24 hr

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Tarangire National Park Guided Day Tour From Arusha
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour24 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 24 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • drinks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Our professional tour driver guide will deliver a short safari info briefing, after which we travel east two hour drive to the Tarangire National Park. Along the way you'll take in the changing landscape as Arusha's urban jungle is replaced by wide open plains and quaint Masai villages. Checking in at the park offers a good chance to see mischievous monkeys darting about in the shade and you can also pose with a gigantic Baobab at the park's entrance. Once inside the park, you'll see the eponymous Tarangire river lined with acacia and Baobab where game amble to and fro throughout the day. During the dry season, thousands of animals from the Masai steppe migrate to the Tarangire region looking for water so you can see dozens of different species in a small amount of time. Exclusive to the park are endangered animals such as the Greater Kudu, Fringe-Eared Oryx, and the Ashy Starling. Tarangire is famous for its huge number of elephant’s population, baobab trees and tree climbing African pythons Enjoy a picnic lunch(own expense) at one of the park's picnic areas and take in an unparralelled view of the Tarangire River. Keep an eye on your food though, as the local monkey population will be only too happy to make off with a tasty treat if given the opportunity! You'll return to your Arusha hotel late in the afternoon.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick up available at Airbnb, Private apartment and villas

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Gracepatt Safaris

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 24 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick up available at Airbnb, Private apartment and villas
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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