Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
Famous for its colossal herds of elephants and majestic ancient baobab trees, Tarangire offers remarkable big-game viewing centered around the life-giving Tarangire River.
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GENERAL OVERVIEW
First established as a game reserve in 1957 and declared a national park in 1970, Tarangire National Park covers 2,850 square kilometers in northern Tanzania. The park derives its name from the Tarangire River, which winds through its core and serves as the sole permanent water source for wildlife across the broader ecosystem during the long dry seasons. Characterized by iconic "upside-down" baobab trees, open acacia plains, and the expansive Silale Swamp, Tarangire supports unmatched concentrations of migratory game. During the dry months, thousands of animals migrate into the park from the surrounding Maasai Steppe, making Tarangire a vital conservation refuge for wild populations and one of East Africa’s premier elephant sanctuaries.
SIZE
Tarangire National Park is 2,850 square kilometers (km²) in size.
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity), Tanzania Tourist Visa or East Africa Tourist Visa, Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (if applicable), TANAPA park permit/smartcard.
- Park entry gates operate between 06:30 AM and 06:30 PM.
- Maintain a maximum speed limit of 50 km/h on main park roads and 25 km/h on side tracks.
- Off-track driving is strictly prohibited to prevent environmental destruction.
- Give animals the right of way at all times.
- Maintain a minimum safe distance of 25 meters from wild animals.
- Feeding, teasing, or disturbing wildlife is strictly forbidden.
- Do not leave your vehicle except at designated picnic sites or lodges.
- Littering is illegal; retain all garbage inside your vehicle.
- Domestic pets are strictly forbidden inside the national park.
- Drones are prohibited without prior written clearance from TANAPA and authority boards.
HOW TO GET THERE
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By Air: Domestic charter or scheduled bush flights fly from Arusha, Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), or Serengeti to Kuro Airstrip located inside the park.
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By Road: A 2-hour drive (approx. 140 km / 87 miles) from Arusha along a paved highway.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Best time to visit Tarangire National Park: June to October
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