Tarangire National Park Camping Safari
Tanzania Camping Safari Easy Safari

Tarangire National Park Camping Safari

Encounter massive elephant herds and ancient baobabs on an intimate 2-day safari along the Tarangire River.

2 Days / 1 Nights
Tarangire National Park
2-6 People
From
$550
per person
Child: $400
Group discount: 10%

Overview

Explore Tarangire National Park, home to Tanzania's largest elephant herds and a landscape defined by ancient, gnarled baobab trees rising from golden savannah. This 2-day camping safari offers exceptional game drives along the Tarangire River where elephant, lion, leopard, and over 550 bird species congregate, especially during the dry season (June-October). With far fewer crowds than the Serengeti, Tarangire delivers an intimate, authentic safari experience.

Highlights

Tanzania's largest elephant herds -- hundreds in a single sighting
Ancient baobab tree landscape unique to Tarangire
Over 550 bird species -- premier birding destination
Less crowded than Serengeti for an intimate experience
Dry-season wildlife concentration along the Tarangire River

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart Arusha early for the 2-hour drive to Tarangire. Enter the park and begin a full-day game drive through the baobab-studded landscape along the Tarangire River. Watch herds of elephants bathing, lions lounging in the shade, and a dazzling variety of birdlife. Picnic lunch in the bush. Camp inside the park.

Activities

Transfer to Tarangire Full-day game drive Elephant watching Bird spotting Bush picnic lunch
Tarangire Public Campsite (tented)
Lunch, Dinner

Early morning game drive when animals are most active. Search for leopard, buffalo, and giraffe in the golden morning light. Depart the park mid-morning and drive back to Arusha, arriving by early afternoon.

Activities

Early morning game drive Predator and wildlife spotting Return to Arusha
Drop-off in Arusha
Breakfast, Lunch

What's Included

  • Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha/Moshi
  • Transport in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
  • All national park entrance fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fee (where applicable)
  • All meals as indicated (full board)
  • Camping equipment (tent, sleeping mat, camping chairs and table)
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • Cooking equipment and camp cook

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees (USD 50)
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guide and cook (recommended USD 15-25 per day total)
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Sleeping bag (available for hire at USD 15)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional activities not in itinerary
  • Laundry service
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if required)

What to Bring

Comfortable safari clothing in neutral colours (khaki, olive, brown)
Light long-sleeved shirt and trousers (sun and insect protection)
Warm fleece or jacket for early morning game drives
Wide-brimmed sun hat and sunglasses
Sunscreen SPF 50+ and lip balm
Insect repellent (DEET-based recommended)
Binoculars
Camera with zoom lens and extra memory cards
Reusable water bottle
Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes
Sandals or flip-flops for camp
Personal first-aid kit and medications
Torch/flashlight for camp
Rain jacket (especially November-May)
Toiletries and hand sanitiser
Power bank for charging devices

$550

per person

Child: $400

10% group discount

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