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Tarangire National Park is located in northern Tanzania, and is named after the Tarangire River, which flows through the park. The top walking safari options are with Elewana, Entara, Nomad Tanzania, Tarangire Safari Lodge, Nimali and Asilia.
The terrain of Tarangire is characterized by a mix of open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and tall baobab trees, which provide shade and water sources for the park’s wildlife. During the dry season, which runs from June to October, the Tarangire River is one of the few sources of water in the area, attracting large numbers of wildlife to the park.
Tarangire conserves a wide variety of wildlife species, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and numerous antelope species such as impalas, gazelles, and elands. The park is also habitat to over 500 bird species, including the endemic yellow-collared lovebird and the Kori bustard, one of the world’s heaviest flying birds.
One of the unique features of Tarangire National Park is the presence of large herds of elephants, which are estimated to number around 3,000 individuals. During the dry season, elephants converge on the Tarangire River to drink and cool off, providing visitors with an unforgettable wildlife experience.
In addition to the wildlife, Tarangire is also known for its stunning landscapes and picturesque views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The park’s baobab trees, which can live for over 1,000 years, are particularly noteworthy and provide a unique and iconic backdrop to the park’s waling safaris.
A walking safari itinerary with a difference with Entara. Track big game at Tarangire, walk with Hadza guides from a fly-camp at Lake Eyasi, and finish with game drives and walks in the plains of Northern Serengeti.
Mix guided walks and game drives while staying at the unique Treetops lodge in Tarangire.