Tarangire National Park

The Paradise of Elephants

Tarangire extends to you a very cordial welcome. We are thrilled to have you here and we appreciate for trusting us. Whether you are visiting here for a day trip or having an overnight, Tarangire has something for everyone. The park is impressively splendid for its famous concentration of wild animals especially the elephants and it is also one of the finest birding destinations in East Africa. The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park and covers an area of 2850 km 2.

Climate

Tarangire has a bimodal rainfall with short rains starting from November to December, long rains from March to May and dry season from June to October and January to February. The park is located at an altitude between 900m and 1250meters with annual average rainfall ranging from 650 to 700mm.

Attractions

• Wildlife

Tarangire is noted as a safari destination for its large concentration of wildlife population. There are unimaginable herds of animals that are attracted to the Tarangire river. Most notable animals are Elephants, Eland, Giraffe, Lions, Buffalo, Cheetah, Leopards and Zebras. The park also gives you a chance to see Mongoose Colonies that are often hosted by abandoned ant hills. Endeavour to make this Park part of your safari in northern Tanzania The best place to see the gentle Giants in their natural habitat from the adorable calves all the way to the intimidating bulls. Come see them digging up the muddy river trying to access water.

• Baobab Trees

If only they could talk, the baobab trees certainly have no hurry !!!! and why should they be!! .As they have all the time in the world!They can live up to 3000 years and can grow trunks reaching more than 100 feet in circumference. They have spent quite some time on the plane.

Tarangire Elephants

Baobab Trees