Land of Giants & Baobabs
Tarangire National Park
Experience massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and the lifeline of the Tarangire River in northern Tanzania.
Home to Africa’s Largest Elephant Herds
Tarangire National Park is the sixth-largest national park in Tanzania, famous for its dense wildlife population that swells dramatically during the dry season. Named after the meandering Tarangire River—which serves as the vital water source for wildlife when all surrounding pools dry up—the park offers an authentic, untamed safari experience.
During dry months, herds of up to 300 elephants gather along the riverbeds, digging for underground streams while migratory wildebeests, zebras, buffalos, and impalas crowd the shrinking lagoons, creating an extraordinary predator playground.
6th Largest
National Park in Tanzania
Tarangire River
Permanent Wildlife Lifeline
550+ Bird Species
World's Richest Breeding Habitat
Giant Baobabs
Iconic Ancient Tree Scenery
Tarangire Highlights & Wildlife Wonders
Massive Elephant Herds
Witness families of up to 300 elephants digging for water in dry riverbeds and interacting across the dusty plains.
Ancient Baobab Trees
Admire the surreal, giant baobab trees scattered across the landscape that stand as silent guardians of the park.
Tree-Climbing Predators
Spot unique wildlife behaviors including pythons, lions, and leopards lounging high up in acacia and sausage tree branches.
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