Tanzania · National Park
Tarangire National Park
Giant baobabs and the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania
Overview
About the park
Tarangire is the elephant capital of northern Tanzania — vast herds of 100+ congregate along the Tarangire River in the dry season, beneath some of the oldest baobab trees on the continent.
Size
2,850 km²
Best Time
June–October — dry season concentrates wildlife on the Tarangire River.
What to see
Wildlife you'll encounter
- African elephant (herds of 100+)
- Lion
- Leopard
- Cheetah
- Giraffe
- Eland
- Fringe-eared oryx
- 550+ bird species
Highlights
Signature experiences
Tarangire River game drives
Dry-season elephant gatherings, lion prides and predator action along the riverbank.
Ancient baobabs
Some over 1,000 years old — Tarangire's signature silhouette at sunset.
Silale Swamps
Birdlife paradise — pythons, lions and one of Africa's richest raptor counts.
Night drives & walking
Available in private concessions bordering the park.
Activities
Things to do
- Day game drives
- Walking safaris (private concessions)
- Night game drives (private concessions)
- Cultural visits to Maasai bomas
Getting there
How to reach it
2-hour drive from Arusha — usually the first stop on the Northern Circuit.
