1-Day Tarangire National Park Safari from Arusha with Elephant Viewing

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot one of Tanzania's highest elephant populations, with dozens gathering in the dry season
• 02 Observe lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife across the park
• 03 Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at the Tarangire River with views of wildlife and the plains
• 04 Explore a quieter, less crowded safari destination compared to Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Explore Tarangire National Park on a one-day private safari from Arusha. Observe elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Visit the Tarangire River, a magnet for animals during the dry season, and enjoy a scenic picnic lunch overlooking the plains. Experience close encounters with wildlife, capture incredible photographs, and discover the quieter, relaxed atmosphere of this iconic park.

Visit the Tarangire River, a magnet for animals during the dry season, and enjoy a scenic picnic lunch overlooking the plains.

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

Full-Day Safari in Tarangire National Park

• Pick up from your hotel in Arusha at 07h00 and meet your professional driver-guide.
• Drive approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to Tarangire National Park.
• Begin a morning game drive, focusing on areas with recent wildlife sightings.
• Observe elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, and other wildlife.
• Take a break around midday at the Tarangire River picnic site for lunch while enjoying views of the river and plains.
• Continue the afternoon game drive, spotting wildlife along the river and plains.
• Conclude the tour around 16h30 and return to Arusha, with drop-off at your hotel or airport if scheduled.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees for non-residents
• All activities unless labelled as optional
• Lunch and drinks
• Professional driver-guide
• Safari vehicle 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
• All taxes and VAT

What's Not Included

• International flights
• 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.)
• The government-imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

• Long-sleeved shirts and trousers/convertible pants (sun & insect protection)
• Comfortable walking shoes
• A hat with a wide brim for sun protection
• Binoculars (8x42 or 10x42 recommended) are essential for spotting wildlife.
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Insect repellent (DEET or picaridin) for mosquitoes and biting insects
• Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
• Travel insurance details (medical, trip cancellation, luggage)
• Tanzania visa (if required; check current entry rules before travel)

Know before you go

• Rates are per person and exclude the international flight 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 can be arranged by this operator.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Babati Rural, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.