Safari Tour: Tarangire Day Trip - Tanzania Safari Tour
1-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by CHIMERA AFRICAN SAFARIS
Offered by - CHIMERA AFRICAN SAFARIS
Tour Features
Discover one of Tanzania’s most scenic and wildlife-rich parks on this exclusive full-day safari to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, Tarangire offers an authentic safari experience away from the crowds. Your day begins with an early morning pick-up from Arusha in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional safari guide. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s savannah landscapes, river valleys, and seasonal swamps prime habitats for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a wide variety of bird species. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline, attracts wildlife throughout the year, especially during the dry season when animals gather in large numbers. This creates exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Midday, you will enjoy a scenic picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon game drive. After an unforgettable safari experience, you will return to Arusha in the late afternoon.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Lunch Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Day Itinerary
05:30 – Pick Up from Arusha
Early morning departure from your hotel in Arusha in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle. Briefing from your professional guide.
08:30 – Arrive at Tarangire National Park
Registration at the park gate followed by the start of your game drive.
Morning Game Drive (08:30 – 12:30)
Explore the park’s diverse landscapes including savannah plains, acacia woodlands, and the Tarangire River. Expect to see large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and possibly lions and leopards.
13:00 – Picnic Lunch Inside the Park
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at a designated site overlooking the river or wildlife-rich area.
14:00 – Afternoon Game Drive
Continue exploring different sections of the park. Great time for photography as animals gather near the river.
16:30 – Depart the Park
Begin your return journey to Arusha.
18:30 – Drop Off in Arusha
Arrival at your hotel.
Meals & Drinks: Lunch Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Feb 21, 2026 - Feb 21, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
CHIMERA AFRICAN SAFARIS
Chimera African Safaris is a trusted local tour operator based in Tanzania, offering authentic Tanzania safari tours, Mount Kilimanjaro climbing adventures, Zanzibar beach holidays, and community-based travel experiences. We specialize in private and small-group safaris to iconic destinations such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara.
Locally owned and operated, our experienced team is committed to personalized service, safety, and responsible tourism. Through our registered foundation (NGO), we also support volunteering and education programs in partnership with local primary schools, ensuring our travel experiences positively impact local communities.
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