Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s largest parks, covering 2,600 square kilometres. Famous for its large elephant herds and many other animals that gather here during the dry season, the park is a bustling spot for wildlife. It’s known for its beautiful baobab trees and the vital Tarangire River that animals rely on, especially when the land is dry.
Located off the usual tourist path, Tarangire offers a peaceful escape into nature. The park stretches from the grassy meadows of the Masai Steppe to the lakes of the Great Rift Valley. In the dry season, its swamps turn into green fields, making it a perfect place for spotting animals and enjoying the quiet beauty of the wilderness.
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Alternatively, travellers can fly into Dar es Salaam and then to Arusha. While you can fly from Arusha to Tarangire, driving is also practical; it takes about 2 hours to reach the park’s entrance. From there, it’s a straightforward drive to nearby attractions like Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.
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Tarangire National Park is in northern Tanzania, near Lake Manyara in the Manyara region, about 76 kilometres from Arusha.
You can drive from Arusha, which takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes or fly into the park from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Children aged 5-15 pay $15, while adults pay $50. Children under 5 enter for free. You can pay with a credit card or MasterCard.
Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants and beautiful baobab trees. It's a great spot for viewing animals during the dry season and bird watching.
The best time to visit is from June to early November when animals gather at the Tarangire River, making wildlife viewing spectacular.
There is mobile network coverage in the park, though it can be spotty in some areas. Some lodges offer complimentary Wi-Fi and computer access, but the internet may be slow.
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