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National Park · Northern Circuit
Tarangire National Park
Ancient baobabs and the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania.
Overview
Tarangire is defined by the river that gives it its name — the dry-season lifeline for one of the highest concentrations of elephants anywhere in Africa, moving beneath a landscape of towering baobab trees.
Why Visit
- Elephant herds numbering in the hundreds, June–October
- Iconic baobab-studded landscapes
- Far fewer vehicles than the Serengeti or Ngorongoro
- Excellent birdlife with over 550 recorded species
Things to Do
- Game drives along the Tarangire River
- Walking safaris
- Night game drives (select camps)
Wildlife
ElephantLionLeopardFringe-eared OryxBaobab-nesting birds