Tarangire National Park & Baobab Landscapes

Tarangire National Park, located in northern Tanzania, is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors like the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, but it offers a truly unique safari experience. Known for its iconic baobab trees, vast savannah, and large elephant herds, Tarangire is a gem for those seeking an authentic and less crowded African wildlife experience. The park is home to a wide variety of animals, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, and over 500 bird species, making it an excellent destination for both game viewing and birdwatching.

The park’s distinct landscape is dominated by ancient baobab trees that dot the horizon, creating a surreal backdrop for wildlife sightings. During the dry season (June to October), the Tarangire River becomes a key water source, attracting large concentrations of animals and offering great opportunities for game viewing. Whether you’re watching elephants splash in the river, observing predators in the grasslands, or enjoying a peaceful bush walk, Tarangire promises an enriching and memorable safari experience.

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Key Features
– Famous baobab trees
– Large elephant herds (best seen in dry season)
– Rich birdlife and diverse wildlife
– Picturesque landscapes and river views
– Excellent for game drives and walking safaris

Best Time to Visit
– June–October (dry season, animals congregate around water sources)
– November–December (short rains, lush scenery and fewer tourists)
– Avoid: March–May (long rains, park roads can become impassable)

Activities
– Game drives to spot elephants, predators, and other wildlife
– Birdwatching (over 500 species)
– Walking safaris with trained guides
– Visit to the Tarangire River for excellent wildlife sightings
– Photography of the unique baobab trees and landscapes

Getting There
– 3–4 hours by road from Arusha (the gateway to the northern circuit)
– Flights to Kuro airstrip or Tarangire airstrip from Arusha

Recommended Stay
2–3 nights
– 1–2 days for game drives
– 1 day for birdwatching and enjoying the landscape

Day 01 :

Kathmandu to Pokhara (By flight or Bus)

Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you are welcomed by the team and then you will be transferred to your hotel. This trail goes through Ghorepani Poon Hill. Normally, the trek starts like Phokhara to Nayapul and ends like Phedi to Pokhara.

Day 02 :

Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri

While early travel tended to be slower, more dangerous, and more dominated by trade and migration, cultural and technological advances over many years have tended to mean that travel has become easier and more accessible. The evolution of technology in such diverse fields as horse tack and bullet trains has contributed to this trend.

Day 03 :

Trek to Ghorepani

The Palace of Fifty five Windows: This magnificent palace was built during the reign of King Yakshya Malla in A.D. 1427 and was subsequently remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the seventeenth century. Among the brick walls with their gracious setting and sculptural design, is a balcony with Fifty five Windows, considered to be a unique masterpiece of woodcarving.

Day 04 :

Early trek to Poon Hill for Sunrise, Back to Ghorepani and Trek to Tadapani

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts.

Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia.

Day 05 :

Tadapani to Chomrong

Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost unorthographic life One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar.

Day 06 :

Chomrong to Dobhan (Dovan)

The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because there were thousands of bad Commas, wild Question Marks and devious Semikoli, but the Little Blind Text didn’t listen.

Day 07 :

Dovan to Deurali

When she reached the first hills of the Italic Mountains, she had a last view back on the skyline of her hometown Bookmarksgrove, the headline of Alphabet Village and the subline of her own road, the Line Lane. Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek.

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How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.