Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire is best known for its massive herds of elephant, and its best wildlife viewing is during the dry months from July to October when herds of up to three hundred elephant of all ages and sizes converge on Tarangire’s permanent water source and can be seen digging in the once full riverbed in search of underground springs. Zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and the rarer Fringe-eared Oryx and eland gather at the last remaining water holes or shelter from the fierce sun under squat baobab trees. During these months the park boasts the greatest wildlife concentration outside the Serengeti. Also common in Tarangire NP are pythons, which with patience and keen observance may be spotted coiled in tree branches. Tarangire is a beautiful area that covers the southeast corner of Lake Manyara and is often a feature of a northern circuit safari. It is located 105km from Arusha and, like Lake Manyara NP, possible to view in one day if not overnighting in the park .

Home to more than 550 bird species, the park is a haven for bird enthusiasts.