Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tarangire Big Game Safari from Arusha with Elephant Herds

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Region Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic and wildlife-rich parks.
02 Witness large elephant herds, one of Tarangire's most famous wildlife spectacles.
03 Spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and antelopes during exciting game drives.
04 See the park's iconic baobab trees scattered across the savannah landscape.
05 Enjoy a sunrise game drive, the best time to observe predators and active wildlife.
06 Discover rich birdlife with over 500 bird species in the park.
07 Experience a scenic picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by nature.

Experience an unforgettable 2-day safari from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic wildlife destinations. Famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse birdlife, Tarangire offers excellent game viewing throughout the year. Enjoy exciting game drives through the savannah while spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife along the Tarangire River. Stop for a scenic picnic lunch inside the park and spend the night at a comfortable lodge or tented camp surrounded by nature. On the second day, embark on an early morning game drive to see wildlife at its most active before returning to Arusha in the afternoon.

Tarangire is famous for huge elephant herds, often seen in the hundreds together, iconic baobab trees dotting the savannah, and rich birdlife with over 500 species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire Safari and Return

Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire

Morning: Depart Arusha around 7 AM for Tarangire National Park (approximately 2 hours).
Daytime: Begin your game drive. Tarangire is famous for huge elephant herds, often seen in the hundreds together, iconic baobab trees dotting the savannah, and rich birdlife with over 500 species.
Midday: Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park.
Afternoon: Continue exploring and look for lions lounging in the shade, leopards in trees, and giraffes along the Tarangire River.
Evening: Overnight at a lodge or tented camp inside or near the park. Options range from rustic tented camps to luxury lodges overlooking the river.

Day 2: Tarangire - Arusha

Early morning: Enjoy a sunrise game drive, the best time to see predators active and elephants moving toward water.
Daytime: Explore different sections of the park. Silale Swamp is excellent for birdlife and elephants.
Midday: Picnic lunch in the park.
Afternoon: Final game drive as you exit the park.
Evening: Drive back to Arusha (approximately 2 hours).

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River, massive elephant herds

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha Region 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transfers (either from the hotel or the airport)
Accommodation
All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park entry fee
Bottled drinking water during the safari

What's Not Included

International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits)
Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

What to bring

Passport and travel documents
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Sunglasses and a wide-brim hat
Insect repellent (with DEET)

Know before you go

Health

Tanzania is a malaria-risk area, including safari regions.
Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from, or transiting for more than 12 hours through, a country with yellow fever risk.
Yellow fever vaccination is not required if travelling from the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States, or Australia.
Recommended vaccinations may include Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Rabies. Consult your doctor or travel clinic before departure.

About the Park