Tarangire National Park Day Trip 2026-2027

Tarangire National Park Day Trip Highlights:

• Morning pick-up from Arusha and scenic drive to the park

• Enter Tarangire for a private game drive with chances to see elephants, giraffes, lions, and more

• Picnic lunch inside the park with views of plains or the river

• Afternoon game drive through baobab-filled landscapes

• Return to Arusha by early evening

Trip Overview

This one-day trip to Tarangire National Park is a great way to experience a real African safari without spending several days. Located about 2–3 hours from Arusha, Tarangire is one of the most peaceful and less-crowded parks in Tanzania. It is best known for its large elephant families, wide open plains, and huge baobab trees that make the landscape unique and beautiful. On this safari, you’ll enjoy a private game drive in a 4x4 safari vehicle with your personal guide. You’ll look for animals like elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, ostriches, and lions, as well as many colorful birds. Your guide will find a quiet spot where you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while watching animals in the distance. It’s a calm and exciting way to enjoy nature and wildlife in just one day and perfect for couples or first-time safari-goers visiting Tanzania in 2026-2027

Itinerary:

06:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Arusha
Your safari guide will meet you at your hotel and begin the drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy the views of villages and countryside along the way.

09:30 AM – Enter Tarangire National Park
You’ll arrive at the park and start your game drive. Your guide will help you look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and maybe even lions or cheetahs.

12:30 PM – Picnic lunch inside the park
You will stop at a safe picnic site inside the park for lunch. Enjoy your meal surrounded by nature and views of the river or plains.

01:30 PM – Afternoon game drive
Continue exploring the park in the afternoon. Look out for more animals near the Tarangire River, where many animals come to drink water.

03:30 PM – Start drive back to Arusha
After a full day of adventure, begin your drive back to the city.

06:00 PM – Drop-off at your hotel
Arrive in Arusha and drop off at your hotel, ending a wonderful safari day.

What’s Included:

• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with guide
• Tarangire National Park entry fees
• Full-day game drive
• Picnic lunch in the park
• Bottled drinking water
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Arusha

What’s Not Included:

• Tips for your guide
• Alcohol and personal items
• Anything not mentioned above