12-Hours Trip to Tarangire National Park from Arusha
Highlights
Arusha, Tarangire National Park
nature, safari, cultural, photography
Tour Type
nature, safari, cultural, photography
Private Tour
12 Hours
Easy
English, French, Spanish
Description
Embark on an exciting day trip from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy scenic views of Maasai villages and the Great Rift Valley as you travel to the park. Experience thrilling game drives, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, and more. Explore Tarangire’s diverse wildlife and birdlife, relax with a packed lunch at a picnic site, and return to Arusha in the evening after a memorable day of adventure.
Itinerary
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12-Hour Itinerary To Tarangire National Park
Morning: Departure from Arusha (6:00 AM – 7:30 AM)
Start early to make the most of the day.
Drive from Arusha to Tarangire (about 120 km, 2–3 hours).
Enjoy scenic views of Maasai villages and the Great Rift Valley along the way.
Arrive at Tarangire National Park and complete park entry formalities.
Mid-Morning: Game Drive (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Begin your safari with a game drive through the park.
Look out for elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests.
Visit the Tarangire River, a lifeline for animals, especially in the dry season.
Stop at viewpoints for amazing photo opportunities.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Enjoy a packed lunch at a designated picnic site (such as Matete Picnic Site).
Watch wildlife from a distance as you relax under the shade.
Afternoon: More Game Viewing (1:30 PM – 3:30 PM)
Explore different sections of the park, focusing on less crowded areas.
Spot Tarangire’s unique wildlife, including rare species like oryx and gerenuk.
Observe birdlife—Tarangire has over 500 bird species, perfect for birdwatchers.
Late Afternoon: Return to Arusha (3:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Exit the park and start your journey back.
Optional stop at a Maasai village or souvenir shop along the way.
Arrive in Arusha by evening.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |