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Tarangire National Park Safari

Explore Tarangire National Park with Kipe Adventures

Tarangire National Park

Welcome to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most underrated gems and a must-see for wildlife lovers seeking a quieter, more authentic safari experience. Located just two hours from Arusha, Tarangire offers a dramatic landscape dominated by giant baobab trees, lush riverbanks, and open savannahs. Its seasonal abundance of wildlife, especially during the dry season, makes it one of the best parks in the northern safari circuit.

At Kipe Adventures, we specialize in customized safaris that bring you close to nature without the crowds. Whether you’re on your first safari or looking to explore beyond Serengeti and Ngorongoro, Tarangire is a perfect addition to your journey.

Why Visit Tarangire National Park?

Tarangire is famed for its large elephant herds, sometimes numbering in the hundreds, which gather around the Tarangire River during the dry season. It’s also a sanctuary for unique wildlife such as the fringe-eared oryx, lesser kudu, and generously horned eland. Bird lovers can spot over 500 bird species, making the park one of East Africa’s top birding destinations.

Key Wildlife in Tarangire:

Elephants (iconic and abundant)
Lions, leopards, and cheetahs
Zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests
Buffaloes, impalas, and waterbucks
Pythons and other reptiles
Colorful birdlife including yellow-collared lovebirds, hornbills, and bateleurs

Unique Features of Tarangire

Tarangire River: A permanent water source that attracts massive wildlife congregations during the dry season (June–October).
Baobab Trees: These ancient giants dominate the landscape and provide unique photographic opportunities.
Swamp Networks: In the southern park regions, swamps become green oases that support hippos, elephants, and wading birds.
Low Visitor Numbers: Compared to Serengeti or Ngorongoro, Tarangire offers a more peaceful, off-the-beaten-path safari experience.

Best Time to Visit Tarangire

While Tarangire is accessible year-round, your experience will vary depending on the season:

June to October (Dry Season): Best for game viewing as animals gather around the Tarangire River. Expect clear skies and minimal vegetation.
November to May (Green Season): Lush scenery, migratory bird species, and newborn animals. Fewer tourists and great photography conditions.

Mid-range Tarangire National Park Safari Packages

4-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

4-Day Tanzania Mid-range Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$1,505

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5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Central & Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater

5-Day Tanzania MId-range Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$2,080

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6-Day Tanzania Mid-range Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$2,450

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7-Day Tanzania Mid-range Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$2,750

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Luxury Tarangire National Park Safari Packages

4-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$2,271

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5-Day Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

5-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$2,800

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6-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$3,350

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7-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

From

$3,100

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Enjoy a free Maasai village tour.

Book with us and learn Maasai culture, and traditional. On any tour you book with Kipe Adventure you will get a free tour to Maasai village.

What to Expect from a Kipe Safari

Comfortable Accommodation – Hand-selected lodges and tented camps offering a great mix of comfort and authenticity.
Expert Safari Guides – Passionate, knowledgeable guides who bring Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife to life.
Flexible Itineraries – Designed around your travel dates, interests, and group size.
Full-Board Safaris – Enjoy local and international cuisine, from campfire breakfasts to lodge dinners under the stars.
Wildlife-Rich Destinations – Visit the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and more.

What Our Clients Are Saying About Us?

OLTUKAI COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION

Why Choose Kipe Adventure

UniquenessOur experiences are truly lifetime experiences because they extend beyond mere adventure; they're deeply rooted in community engagement and sustainable impact. As we journey towards the local communities, particularly the Maasai community, we encounter a warmth and hospitality that makes us feel like family, welcomed with open arms into their culture and way of life. In our collaborative efforts, we've had the privilege of partnering with an NGO, Oltukai, dedicated to uplifting vulnerable children, orphans, women, elders, and ensuring access to clean water for the Maasai community. Through our shared work, we've committed 20% of our profits towards supporting these initiatives, creating a positive ripple effect that spans various aspects of community well-being.
Local NativesOur experiences are lifetime experiences why so! Because our all adventure we doing towards to the local communities (Maasai community) whereby the local communities are so very friendly and their like strangers as like their origin, During our work together we found an NGO that aims to support Vulnerable kids, Orphans, Women, and Elders as well as support the Maasai community’s clear water. So in our work, we do each 20% we get at our profit we have been dedicated to saving and giving back to the local community, which helps in several variants.
AuthenticThe local community is very friendly to share with their culture and warmly welcome you at their homes, You can experience and participate in ancient traditions and rituals. With them and us you are only tourist will you booking a tour but after land our land your stranger.

OLTUKAI COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (OCDO)

Tarangire National Park Safari