Overview
Tarangire National Park, known as “The Elephant Playground,” is an incredible destination for a day-trip safari in Tanzania. While it’s famous for its large elephant herds, the park boasts a diverse range of wildlife and stunning landscapes. Elephants are a common sight, often congregating near the Tarangire River. However, the park is also home to big cats like lions and leopards, graceful giraffes, playful baboons, and wallowing hippos in its swamps and floodplains.
One of Tarangire’s unique attractions is tree-climbing lions, which you might spot resting on acacia branches. Rock pythons are another speciality. With over 550 bird species, it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise.
A day-trip usually starts from Arusha with a morning drive to Tarangire, followed by a full day of game drives and wildlife encounters. The park’s vast grasslands, dotted with iconic baobab trees, create a picturesque backdrop. To ensure a safe and responsible visit, it’s advisable to book your safari through a reputable tour operator. Tarangire promises an unforgettable adventure, showcasing the wild beauty of Tanzania’s landscape and its rich biodiversity.
With an early pick from your Arusha hotel at 08.00, our two-hour drive will take us the 120km to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s real treasures. You spend as much time as possible at the park, marvelling at all its wonderful wildlife with the assistance and expert knowledge of your Easy Travel driver-guide. You will have time to enjoy your picnic lunchbox, included as part of your day tour. At 16.00, we set off from the park to reach Arusha and your hotel again by 18.00.
Includes
- Transport in 4X4 Toyota Land Cruisers with pop up roof for game viewing.
- Park entry fees
- Government fees & taxes
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Breakfast & Lunch box
- Private English speaking safari guide
- Enough bottled mineral water throughout the safari
- Walking tour fee
- Transfers to & from the International Airport and Moshi
Excludes
- Flight
- Insurance
- Tipping for your guide
- Personal nature expenses
