TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

HIGHLIGHTS

Sixth largest National park in Tanzania

A haven for avian species enthusiasts

One of the best places to spot elephants and baobab trees

BEST TIME TO GO

Tarangire National Park is best to visit throughout the year. However, if you want to enjoy watching wildlife in pleasant weather, the best time to visit the park is during the dry season, which spans from June to October.

The weather during these months is dry and the park experiences minimal to no rainfall. Dry weather conditions make animals move out of the park and gather around water sources, making wildlife viewing easier for tourists.

BEST WEATHER

The ideal weather to visit Tarangire National Park Tanzania for safari is dry and sunny when the winds are clear and gentle. You will only find this weather from June start to October end when the bush thins out and animals migrate to the Tarangire River to drink water.

WORST WEATHER

Usually, the rainy season that runs from March to April experiences constant short rains with thunderstorms. This type of weather makes enjoying a good time outside impossible. That is why the weather is not well-suited for safari and other outdoor activities. However, the wet season is the best time to witness lovely green vegetation and migratory birds.

BEST TIME

July to November is the best time for wildlife sightings during game drives in Tarangire Park. That is because plenty of wildlife roam the park and the park’s less dense vegetation improves visibility. It adds to the tourists’ overall safari experience.

HIGH SEASON

Since most tourists seek iconic wildlife encounters or beautiful landscapes, they mostly visit the park during the dry season, which is undoubtedly the ideal environment for a memorable tarangire national park safari experience. That means Tarangire’s high season coincides with the dry season and the park will have many tourists during this period.

LOW SEASON

Due to the high risk of malaria and fewer chances of spotting animals, the wet season is considered a low season in Tarangire National Park. However, this time is best for people seeking a less crowded Tanzania safari experience.

ABOUT TARANGIRE

Tarangire National Park’s diverse landscapes (composed of granitic ridges, river valleys and swamps) and large populations of elephants and other wildlife species make it a popular destination for wildlife lovers visiting Tanzania. Located on the Northern side of Tanzania, the park is named after the Tarangire River- the main source of freshwater for animals that crosses the park and attracts large herds of wildebeest, elephants, lions, leopards, zebras and many more.

Spread over approximately 2,600 sq km, Tarangire is the perfect place to spot wildlife roaming freely in their natural habitat. Besides elephants and big cats, you will also find over 500 bird species, including Ostrich, in the park.

The park’s landscape provides everything tourists need to enjoy scenic and diverse surroundings, from grasslands and swamps to acacia woodlands and baobab trees. Many tourists also prefer to visit Tarangire National Park because the park is a popular spot for wildebeest migration.

TARANGIRE TRIPS

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