Tarangire Safari Lodge

Tarangire Safari Lodge is superbly located in Tarangire National Park, set on top of a high bluff with a breathtaking panorama. Below the lodge flows Tarangire River, a favourite watering place, which attracts impressive numbers and variety of game, allowing guests to appreciate Tarangire's diverse wildlife before even leaving the lodge.  94 species of mammals, and over 500 bird species have been recorded in Tarangire, and the park is home to around 2500 elephants.  Herds of up to elephants have been viewed from the verandah at the lodge. Towards the end of the dry season (September to November), animals from the surrounding ecosystem concentrate in large numbers near the Tarangire River, the only permanent water source in the area.

Accommodation at Tarangire Safari Lodge is in 35 luxury twin tents that combine the authentic safari atmosphere with more modern comforts. They are spacious, sturdy and comfortable; built on a solid base, with a thatched roof, screened windows, electric light and en suite stone-walled bathrooms with solar-heated shower, and flush toilet. Each tent has a small veranda, two comfortable single beds and a writing table and chair. The honeymoon suite is situated near a secluded overlook of the river and is furnished with a large double bed made of old dhow wood.

There are also a few thatched bungalows that provide the space and convenience of solid walls yet blend into their surroundings by using local stone and echoing the traditional round Maasai huts. Their thick walls, large windows and thatched roof ensure that they remain cool even in the heat of the day, and the rooms are tastefully furnished and spacious, light and airy. Electric lights and sockets are powered by the camp generator (220V). Each bungalow’s bedroom has a double and a single bed, providing enough room to accommodate three adults, or a small family comfortably. The bathroom is spacious and bright with a large shower and plenty of solar heated water. The dressing area is equipped with a wash basin, and a flush toilet. In front of each bungalow is a smaller thatched hut with folding safari chairs and a table, which serves as the veranda. It offers a great view down into the valley and makes the perfect spot to unwind after a day’s game viewing, and sip a sun-downer. 

The lounge and dining area at Tarangire Safari Lodge have high thatched roofs, with open sides that allow uninterrupted views of the landscape and wildlife.  The cuisine is international, using fresh local ingredients and a hint of African spices. The lounge area has oversized armchairs made from old Zanzibari dhow boats, which make a perfect place to relax in the evenings. Those wanting something a bit more active can take a dip in the pool, a bird walk around the lodge grounds or hunt for souvenirs in the Baobab boutique, which offers books on African wildlife, culture, and history, clothes created with local fabrics, colorful textiles, and beaded silver jewelry.

Tarangire Safari Lodge is situated inside Tarangire National Park in the north of Tanzania. From Arusha town, the drive is around 2 hours (120 km) on a good tarmac road. A light aircraft can be chartered to fly into the Park. Tarangire Safari Lodge is just 10km away from the park airstrip.

The lodge is within easy driving distance of many of Tanzania’s famous parks on the northern safari circuit.

Lake Manyara National Park: 90 km (about 1.5 hr)
Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area: 150 km km (about 2.5 hrs)
Serengeti National Park: 295 km km (about 6 hrs)
Arusha National Park: 170km (about 3 hrs)