Day Trip Tarangire National Parkk- Ref: 005

Day Itinerary
Depart from Arusha City to Tarangire National Park – 2600 sq. KMS in size. Tarangire is far from being the biggest of the Tanzania parks, but its unrivalled landscape of open plains, dotted with thousands of baobabs, is unforgettable. About 120 KMS south of Arusha, Tarangire is known for its very big herds of elephants and buffalo. This is one of Africa’s gems. The game numbers are staggering about 30,000 zebras, 25,000 wildebeests, 5000 buffalo, 3,000 elephants, 2500 Maasai giraffes and over 1,000 fringe-eared Oryx. Predators include lion, cheetah, and leopard and birders will want to look out for the endemic ashy starling, rufous-tailed weaver and black-collared lovebird. Return to Arusha city by 1700 hrs
Meal Plan: Lunch / Picnic Lunch Box, 1 Litre Bottle, Mineral Water

Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park consisting of granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest, and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow. With lions being among the most spotted animals, it is a rare day that a visitor does not spot this majestic animal prowling or grazing. Tarangire is also the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as oryx and gerenuk are seen regularly. This expansive area is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, its breathtaking views of the Maasai Steppe and the wondrous mountains to the south.