TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN TARANGIRE: Tarangire national park is a breathtaking quiet safari destination in North Tanzania known for its large population of elephants as compared to other national parks in the country. The largest land mammals and many other wildlife plus the ever-present Tarangire River make up some of the amazing things to see while in Tarangire national park that we are going to look at below.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Thriving population of African Elephants
The park is known for hosting large herds of elephants of up to 300 individuals. The largest land mammal is also a member of the Big 5 African animals which are the most sought after on any African safari. Therefore, the elephants of Tarangire are a main attraction of visitors to the quiet park.
Animal life
With Tarangire’s rich vegetation and vastness, the park hosts a diverse animal life in its different habitats. These different animal species are a good attraction in the park. These include lions, wildebeests, zebras, giraffes among others and Tanzania endemic species which are the greater kudu and the fringe-eared oryx.
Bird life
Tarangire national park has a rich birdlife of over 500 bird species making it a great spot for birding safaris. To mention but a few; the ashy starling, kori bustard, different species of raptors, bee-eaters, ostriches, go away bird, weaver, vultures, kingfishers, plovers, eagles, mouse birds, babblers, rollers among many other species.
Tarangire River
This is the life line of Tarangire national park. As you can tell, the park gets its name from this permanent river that flows through the park.
Baobab trees
The ancient giant trees tower above the savannah plains of Tarangire national park, they are an interesting sight to see. These trees have legendary interesting tales, they also provide shade to the wildlife in the park thus great animal sighting spots.
Tourist activities
The existence of the different tourist activities in Tarangire are also an attraction of visitors to the park. Night and day game dries, bird watching, nature walks, hot air balloon safaris and community visits.
Other attractions in Tarangire national park include the Lemiyon triangle, Poacher’s hide (an old baobab tree), Kitibong hill, Matete woodlands and the Tarangire wildlife migration which sees animals flock the park during the dry season pulled in by the presence of water in Tarangire River.
With all the above to see, your safari to Tarangire national park is set to be an exciting and adventurous time.
Discover Tarangire National Park in Tanzania by selecting one of our recommended Tanzania tour operators or book with us directly below.
