Experience an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Tarangire National Park, home to Tanzania’s largest elephant herds and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a private safari in a 4×4 Land Cruiser, with expert guidance through the park’s stunning landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and vibrant ecosystems. This full-day tour offers game drives in prime locations, a scenic picnic lunch, and incredible wildlife encounters, all within a comfortable day’s journey from Arusha.
Day Trip to Tarangire National Park from Arusha
A 1-day safari from $300
Price from
$300
Safari Itinerary
Day Trip
06:30 AM – Depart from Arusha
- Meet the guide and set off in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser.
- Distance: 120 km | Drive Time: 2.5 hours
- Enjoy views of Makuyuni and Maasai villages along the way.
09:00 AM – Arrive at Tarangire National Park
- Register at the main gate and receive a short briefing.
09:30 AM – Morning Game Drive
- Explore the diverse landscapes and spot wildlife, including:
🦁 Lions, leopards, cheetahs
🐘 Large elephant herds
🦒 Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest
🦏 Buffalos, antelopes, warthogs
🌳 Ancient baobab trees
12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch at Matete Picnic Site
- Enjoy a meal near the Tarangire River with scenic views and birdwatching.
01:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive
- Visit Silale Swamp, a hotspot for elephants and rare bird species.
- Explore the Tarangire River area for more wildlife encounters.
04:00 PM – Exit Tarangire & Return Journey
- Drive Time: 2.5 hours (120 km) back to Arusha.
06:30 PM – Arrive in Arusha
- Drop-off at hotels or central locations.
Plan Meal: Lunch
- Safari Cost Includes
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking Water
- Full-day game drives
- Safari unlimited kilometers for game drives
- Safari Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
