Plan My Safari
Giant baobabs, big elephant herds and far fewer vehicles than the famous parks next door.
Tarangire is the underrated gem of northern Tanzania. Ancient baobabs rise from the grassland, a river runs through the middle and in the dry season the elephants gather by the hundreds.
It is quieter than its famous neighbours, so you often have a sighting to yourself.
Birdlife is superb, and the park is a wonderful first stop before the crater and the Serengeti.





Tarangire is at its best when the land is dry and the animals gather at the river. Here is how the seasons compare.
Weather patterns shift from year to year, so ask us about the dates you have in mind.
The right place shapes your whole trip. Here are the three styles we recommend most.
Every day is different, but this is the rhythm most guests fall in love with.
Elephants coming down to drink in the early light.
Eggs and coffee beneath a baobab.
Quiet roads and dozens of birds.
A cold drink as the baobabs turn to silhouettes.
Starting points, not set menus. Tap one to see the days, then tell us what to change.
The dry season, June to October, is best because animals gather at the river.
It is quieter than the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, so you often have sightings to yourself.
Two to three nights is ideal. It also works as a first stop on the northern circuit.
Yes. It is the perfect opening act.
