1-Day Tarangire National Park Safari from Arusha with Picnic Lunch

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot elephants of all ages, from matriarch-led family herds to solitary bull elephants
• 02 Look out for Tarangire's famous climbing leopards from an open-roof 4x4
• 03 Enjoy birdwatching in a park with over 550 species, including the Maasai ostrich
• 04 Take in Tarangire's awe-inspiring landscape of ancient baobab trees and golden savannah

Set off from Arusha for an unforgettable day at Tarangire National Park, renowned for its awe-inspiring landscapes of ancient baobab trees, colossal termite mounds, and golden savannah. Enjoy rewarding wildlife viewing from an open-roof 4x4 as you look out for elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, buffalo, baboons, and Tarangire's famous climbing leopards. The park's year-round water supply supports rich wildlife and exceptional birdwatching, with over 550 bird species including the Maasai ostrich. A tasty picnic lunch in a picturesque and safe setting completes this memorable safari experience.

Look up at tree level to spot one of the famous climbing leopards of Tarangire, and look closer to see herds of elephants of all ages - bachelor herds or herds of females, with babies, teenagers, young mums, and older mums all led by a matriarch.

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, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Tarangire National Park Safari from Arusha

• We will depart from Arusha in the early morning and drive straight to Tarangire National Park. The park's landscape is awe-inspiring, dotted with colossal termite mounds - some now home to Mr. and Mrs. Mongoose and all the little mongoose - ancient baobab trees, and golden savannah. The park has a year-round water supply and is rich in wildlife. It also hosts over 550 bird species, including the world's largest, the Maasai ostrich.
• You will have a great view from the open roof of your sturdy 4x4, so get your camera ready for giraffes, warthog, impala, cheetah, mongoose, buffalo, and baboons.
• Look up at tree level to spot one of the famous climbing leopards of Tarangire, and look closer to see herds of elephants of all ages - bachelor herds or herds of females, with babies, teenagers, young mums, and older mums all led by a matriarch.
• You might spot a majestic bull elephant too, travelling alone.
• After a stop for a tasty lunch somewhere picturesque and safe, spend the afternoon back in the 4x4, drinking in all the sights and sounds of this perfect little park.
• We will drive you home to Arusha, arriving in the cool evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All applicable park entry fees
• Government taxes and local levies
• Unlimited game drives/all activities (unless labelled as optional)
• Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
• Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system
• Pick-up and drop-off at the airport or hotel
• Picnic lunch or hot lunch on your trip
• Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
• Refreshments during the safari in the safari vehicle

What's Not Included

• International flights (from/to home) and domestic flights
• Medical/luggage insurance
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
• Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
• Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set-menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

• Camera and memory cards
• Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
• Sturdy boots or sandals
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
• Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
• Shorts
• Long trousers
• Socks
• Sleepwear
• Travel towel
• Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
• Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen
• Wet wipes
• Insect repellent
• Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
• Malaria tablets
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
• The power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

• This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
• The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
• Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
• A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.