Tarangire National Park

　　Tarangire National Park is the sixth-largest protected area in Tanzania, covering an area of 2,850 square kilometers. It is long from north to south and narrow from east to west. Notable wildlife and plants include elephants, baobab trees, and African rock pythons. The park is located between Arusha City and Manyara National Park, 118 kilometers from Arusha and 8 kilometers off the main road.

　　The name of Tarangire National Park comes from the Tarangire River, which flows through the park and serves as the only source of water for animals during the dry season. The animal migration range in the Tarangire region spans over 20,000 square kilometers. The area is home to a wide variety of carnivores and herbivores. During the rainy season, due to survival needs, herbivores such as zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, giraffes, and buffalos migrate to other areas, and predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas follow their prey. As a result, Tarangire appears very quiet and open during the rainy season. Elephants, having no natural enemies, remain in the area year-round regardless of the season, making Tarangire especially known for its large elephant population. Birds are also a major highlight in Tarangire, with about 550 different species residing here, including bustards — the world’s heaviest flying birds, ostriches — the world’s largest birds, as well as various brightly colored small birds.

　　Tarangire National Park Reason to visit: One of the most impressive national parks in Tanzania Continent where the attraction is located: Africa [Africa] Country/Region where the attraction is located: Tanzania [Tanzania] Province/State where the attraction is located: Manyara Region [Manyara Region]