Covering an area of 2,600 square kilometres, The Tarangire National Park lies between the meadows of the Masaai steppe to the southeast and the Rift Valley Lake to the north and west. The Park got its name from the Tarangire River that flows through the centre of the Park and forms the dry season refuge for wildlife, especially elephants!
Tarangire National Park is impressively splendid for its famous concentration of wild animals, especially numerous elephants. It is also considered one of the finest birding destinations in East Africa. It is a wonderful choice for travellers who want to encounter more animals and fewer tourists while on a Tanzania safari.
The best time for an enthralling safari in Tarangire is during the dry season from June to October. During this time, migrant games are found congregating around the swamps and the Tarangire River Valley. The best attraction is the abundance of elephants seen grazing around the water sources. The thin vegetation makes it easier to spot them.
The dry season from November to May also offers the best of birding and photographic safari. During this time the scenery looks lively and vibrant. You can also find a lower cost with a more intimate safari experience.
| Dry/High Season (June-October) | Wet/Low Season (November-March) |
|---|---|
| Great wildlife viewing experience | Beautiful scenic views full of green vegetation everywhere |
| Dry weather, clear skies with hardly any rain | Afternoon and evening rain showers. |
| Roads and walking trails are safe and easy to navigate | Some walking trails and roads may find hard to navigate |
| Fewer mosquitoes and insects | An exclusive safari experience with fewer visitors |
The wildlife in Tarangire National Park is bewitching. It is home to one of the largest populations of elephants in Africa. Apart from that, there are large numbers of impalas, elands, buffaloes, giraffes, reedbuck, Coke’s hartebeest, Thomson’s gazelle, the greater and lesser kudu and sometimes a rarely seen black rhino can also be encountered in Tarangire.
Some other commonly seen animals are leopards, lions, hyenas and cheetahs which seem to be popular in the southern areas of the park. One of the most rarely seen animals in Tarangire is the wild dog.
Besides the wildlife, the park is also famous for its numerous birdlife. There are over 545 recorded bird species found in Tarangire. The most beautiful yellow-collared lovebirds and the shy starlings are found in plenty of numbers in Tarangire.
Tarangire National Park has an array of safari activities to do for tourists visiting the park. The most popular one is the game drive safari in the park. Through this 4WD safari, you can explore the rich flora and fauna of Tarangire. Night game drive is allowed in Tarangire which allows the tourists to encounter the nocturnal species.
If you want to explore the park without sitting in this safari vehicle, then the walking safari is the way to go. Admire nature along with sighting the exotic wildlife in their natural habitat.
If you are excited to do something special, then Tarangire Balloon Safari is the best option for you. Birding and photographic safaris are also other fascinating activities to do in Tarangire National park.
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