Tarangire National Park
A landscape of ancient baobab giants, the highest elephant density in northern Tanzania, and 550+ bird species. Tarangire is the safari world's best-kept secret.
The Land of Giants & Baobabs
Often overshadowed by its neighbours, Tarangire National Park rewards the travellers who visit with some of the most dramatic wildlife encounters in all of East Africa. During the dry season (July–October), the Tarangire River becomes the only reliable water source for hundreds of kilometres, drawing thousands of elephants, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, and predators into a breathtaking concentration.
The park's iconic ancient baobab trees — some over 1,000 years old — give Tarangire its unmistakable character. These sculptural giants, scattered across the golden plains, create a landscape unlike anywhere else in Tanzania.
Tarangire is also Tanzania's premier birding destination, with 550+ recorded species including the straw-coloured fruit bat (colonies of 10 million in December), the yellow-collared lovebird, and the superb starling.
Tarangire Highlights
Massive Elephant Herds
Herds of 50–300 elephants are common in dry season — a truly humbling sight.
Ancient Baobab Trees
1,000-year-old baobabs create an otherworldly, photogenic landscape.
Premier Birding
550+ species including yellow-collared lovebird and superb starling.
Fewer Tourists
Far less crowded than Serengeti or Ngorongoro, even at peak season.
Predator Action
Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and wild dogs hunt regularly along the river.
Tree-Top Camps
Some of Tanzania's most unique tree-house camps are located here.
Tarangire in Pictures
Plan Your Tarangire Safari
Tarangire combines beautifully with Serengeti and Ngorongoro for the perfect Northern Circuit safari.