Tarangire National Park spans about 2,850 square kilometers and features diverse landscapes, including ridges, river valleys, swamps, and seasonal grasslands. This range of habitats supports rich biodiversity and allows visitors to explore varied environments in one park. It’s renowned for hosting one of Tanzania’s largest elephant populations, with herds often exceeding 300. In the dry season (June to October), the Tarangire River draws numerous animals—lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, antelope, and rare species like the fringe-eared oryx and gerenuk. With over 550 bird species, it’s also a birdwatcher’s haven. Iconic baobab trees, some over a thousand years old, dot the landscape, providing water, shelter, and food for wildlife, including elephants, birds, and small mammals.