1-Day Tarangire National Park Safari from Arusha with Big Game Viewing

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot large elephant herds among Tarangire's iconic baobab trees
• 02 Look for lions, cheetahs, and leopards on a guided game drive
• 03 Observe giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas across the plains
• 04 Enjoy lunch at the Tarangire River picnic site with river and plains views

Embark on a 1-day private safari from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Spot predators including lions, cheetahs, and leopards, alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas. Enjoy scenic game drives with a professional guide and lunch at the picturesque Tarangire River picnic site. Perfect for travellers with limited time, this safari offers a compact yet rich wildlife experience with thrilling sightings and stunning landscapes in a single day.

Embark on a 1-day private safari from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Babati, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Tarangire Game Drive and Wildlife Safari from Arusha

• Pick up from your hotel at 7 AM and meet your professional guide.
• Drive approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to Tarangire National Park.
• Embark on a game drive, focusing on areas where predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are often spotted.
• Observe herbivores including giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, and more.
• Enjoy lunch at the Tarangire River picnic site with views of the river and plains.
• Continue with an afternoon game drive before exiting the park around 4:30 PM to return to Arusha.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities (unless labeled as optional)
• Meals
• Drinks
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
• All taxes/VAT

What's Not Included

• International flights (from/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (tipping guideline: $10-$15 pp per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
• Round-trip airport transfer

What to bring

• T-shirts in neutral tones
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat with a wide brim for sun protection
• Binoculars (8×42 or 10×42 recommended), essential for spotting wildlife.
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Insect repellent (DEET or picaridin) for mosquitoes and biting insects

Know before you go

• Rates are per person and exclude international flights from/to your home country.
• This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 5 are free.
• This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
• Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) near Arusha, or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
• A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by us.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha

Tour start

Babati Rural, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.