Tarangire is famous for its large elephant families, ancient baobabs and the life-giving Tarangire River. In the dry season (Jun–Oct) wildlife concentrates along the riverbed; in the green months it’s lush, bird-rich and peaceful. We design your visit to balance sightings with relaxed drives and scenic stops.
Know the river, the baobabs and where animals gather—your sightings follow.
The Tarangire River is the park’s backbone. In the dry months, wildlife funnels to permanent water—prime viewing along river loops and open floodplains.
Large, relaxed herds are a signature here. You’ll often watch natural behaviour—dust-bathing, mud-wallowing and gentle social interactions.
Iconic baobabs and open woodland give big landscapes. Great light at golden hours; excellent for wide-angle photography.
Lion sightings are good; leopard are present; cheetah on open flats. Dry season boosts general densities; green season shines for birds (500+ species) and young animals.
You’ll see animals year-round; what changes is where they gather and how busy the park feels.
Peak Tarangire—elephants concentrate, riverbeds busy, grass short. Popular months; we start early and use quieter loops.
Greener scenes, young animals, superb birding. Wildlife more dispersed but still rewarding; light is gorgeous after showers.
Quiet, lush and value-friendly. Some tracks can be sticky; we keep routing sensible.
Keep transfers short, start early, and use scenic loops for classic elephant moments.
Everything can be tailored—pace, rooming, add-ons and budget.
Yes—easy to reach from Arusha, strong elephant viewing, classic scenery and manageable drives.
Inside the national park, night drives are generally not permitted. Some properties on private land nearby offer guided walks or night drives—ask us for your dates.
Great for families. We fit child seats on request, break drives with viewpoints and choose lodges with space to unwind.
