Baobabs and tuskers

Tarangire National Park safaris

Known for elephant herds that gather at the river in the dry months, and for some of the largest baobab trees on the continent. Quiet, beautiful, and consistently underrated.

Good to know

Best: Jun–Oct · 2 hrs from Arusha

Visiting Tarangire National Park

Tarangire is famous for its elephants and its giant baobab trees. In the dry season the Tarangire River is the only reliable water for a wide area, and large elephant herds, buffalo, zebra and wildebeest gather along it, with lion and leopard close behind. The birdlife is excellent all year.

When to go

June to October is the best time for big numbers of animals near the river. In the green season the herds spread out, the scenery turns lush and the park is very quiet.

Why include it

Tarangire is about two hours by road from Arusha, which makes it an easy first or last stop on a northern circuit safari with Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. It is far less busy than the better known parks, and it gives a relaxed start before the longer drives further west.

Ask us about a private Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti route, or a short Tarangire stay before a Zanzibar beach holiday.

Tours to Tarangire National Park

Safaris that visit Tarangire National Park

All safaris

Luxury

12-Day Luxury Kenya & Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar

12 Days / 11 Nights

$8,099 / personPrivate · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

Luxury

4-Day Luxury Tanzania Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights

$1,195 / personPrivate · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

Luxury

12-Day Luxury Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Stay

12 Days / 11 Nights

$4,147 / personPrivate, some activities shared · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

Luxury

7-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari

7 Days / 6 Nights

$3,075 / personPrivate · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

19-Day East Africa Grand Safari

19 Days / 18 Nights

$21,500 / personPrivate · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

21-Day Grand Tanzania Safari

21 Days / 20 Nights

$24,500 / personPrivate · from, per person, US$, estimate, subject to availabilityView itinerary

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Entry requirements: Kenya eTA and Tanzania inbound insurance

Kenya. Most visitors, including children, need an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before they fly. Citizens of most African countries and some other travellers are exempt; the official site has the list. Apply only on the official site as soon as your flights are confirmed. Standard processing is normally about three working days but can take longer and approval is not guaranteed, so allow at least a week; an expedited option is available at extra cost.

Tanzania and Zanzibar. Since 1 October 2026 foreign visitors must hold the government inbound travel insurance (USD 44 per adult, valid up to 92 days), bought from NIC if you first arrive on the mainland or from ZIC if you first arrive in Zanzibar. One policy covers the whole country, and your own travel insurance does not replace it. Residents of EAC and SADC countries are exempt on the mainland. A visa or e-visa is still required for most nationalities.

Who needs a Kenya eTA Apply for a Kenya eTA Tanzania mainland insurance (NIC) Zanzibar insurance (ZIC)

Guidance checked against the official sites on 29 October 2026. Entry rules change; confirm on the official sites before you travel.

All prices shown are estimates. Your final price is confirmed in your written quote.