Tarangire National Park Day Trip

06:30 AM – Pick-up from Arusha / Karatu / Mto wa Mbu

• Depart early in the morning in a 4×4 safari vehicle with your professional guide.

• Enjoy a scenic drive through Maasai villages and rolling hills.

• Arrive at the Tarangire Gate for park registration.

08:30 AM – Begin Morning Game Drive

• Enter the park and drive past baobab-dotted landscapes.

• Early hours are great for spotting predators like lions or leopards.

• View massive herds of elephants and diverse game including impalas, hartebeests, giraffes, and warthogs.

11:00 AM – Birdwatching Stop at Silale Swamp

• Visit Silale Swamp, a wildlife hotspot and birding haven.

• Spot waterbucks, reedbucks, and bird species like lilac-breasted rollers, hornbills, and ostriches.

12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch at Matete or Lemiyon Picnic Site

• Enjoy a peaceful bush lunch under the shade of acacia trees.

• Rest and soak in views of the river and possible elephant crossings nearby.

01:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive

• Continue your safari deeper into the park’s southern areas.

• Visit the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink.

• High chance of encountering big game and dramatic predator-prey interactions.

03:30 PM – Golden Hour & Baobab Photography

• Take stunning photos in the late-afternoon light.

• Stop near iconic giant baobabs—some hundreds of years old.

04:30 PM – Exit the Park & Begin Return Drive

• Start your journey back with a final chance to spot wildlife near the park exit.

• Optional stop at a local Maasai craft market (time permitting).

06:30 PM – Drop-off at Your Hotel or Lodge

• Arrive at your lodge or hotel in Arusha, Karatu, or Mto wa Mbu.

• End your day with unforgettable memories and spectacular photos.