Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Tarangire National Park Safari with Open-Roof Wildlife Viewing

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire's landscape of ancient baobab trees and colossal termite mounds
02 Spot elephant herds led by a matriarch and look out for solitary bull elephants
03 Search for Tarangire's famous climbing leopards from an open-roof 4x4
04 See more than 550 bird species, including the Maasai ostrich
05 Enjoy a safari lunch in the park's picturesque landscape

Explore Tarangire National Park on a full-day safari from Arusha and discover a landscape of ancient baobab trees, colossal termite mounds, and abundant wildlife. Look out from the open roof of your customised 4x4 vehicle to spot elephant herds, giraffes, warthogs, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffalo, baboons, and Tarangire's famous climbing leopards. Bird lovers can also enjoy one of Tanzania's richest birding destinations, home to more than 550 species, including the Maasai ostrich.

Enjoy an exquisite view from the open roof of your jeep and keep your camera ready for giraffes, warthogs, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffalo, and baboons.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Safari in Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha early in the morning and drive straight to Tarangire National Park. The park's landscape is dotted with colossal termite mounds and ancient baobab trees. It has a year-round water supply, which is why it is so rich in wildlife. Bird lovers will not be disappointed, as the park hosts over 550 bird species, including the world's largest bird, the Maasai ostrich.
Enjoy an exquisite view from the open roof of your jeep and keep your camera ready for giraffes, warthogs, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffalo, and baboons. Then look up at tree level to spot one of the famous climbing leopards of Tarangire.
Look out for herds of elephants of all ages led by a matriarch. You might also spot a majestic bull elephant travelling alone.
After a stop for a tasty lunch in the picturesque landscape, spend the afternoon exploring the national park. In the evening, your Tanzanian guide will drive you back to Arusha.