Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Arusha by your driver-guide from Neste Uganda
Safaris Ltd. Set off on a scenic 2-hour drive southwest through Maasai villages and open
countryside. You may make a short stop in Makuyuni for refreshments or at a local craft center
to view handmade carvings and traditional fabrics.
Arrive at Tarangire National Park in time for a midday game drive, entering through the park’s
main gate. You’ll immediately notice the towering baobab trees, which dominate the landscape,
and the Tarangire River, a vital water source that draws large herds of animals. Watch for
elephants bathing, impalas grazing, and possibly lions lounging in the shade. After your first
taste of the wild, check in at your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay
surrounded by nature.

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive to explore Tarangire’s diverse
ecosystems. Head deeper into the southern parts of the park, away from the crowds, where
cheetahs, leopards, and elusive greater kudu may be spotted. Your guide will help track animal
movements and explain wildlife behavior, from zebra herds crossing dusty plains to ostriches
sprinting across open savannah. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the designated bush sites with
views over the river valley or plains. In the afternoon, continue exploring woodlands and
swamps that attract waterbucks, warthogs, and large numbers of bird species—Tarangire is
especially known for its yellow-collared lovebirds, lilac-breasted rollers, and martial eagles. As
the sun begins to set, return to camp for relaxation, a campfire dinner, and optional stargazing
under the clear African sky.

Begin your last day with an optional early morning game drive, perfect for catching predators
like lions or hyenas returning from a night hunt. The early light is also ideal for photography,
especially as elephants move in silhouette against the rising sun. After the drive, return to camp
for a hearty breakfast and check out. On your way back to Arusha, enjoy a cultural stopover in
Mto wa Mbu, a colorful town where over 120 tribes live together. You can tour local farms, see
banana beer brewing, or visit a crafts market for souvenirs. Arrive in Arusha by early afternoon,
where your guide will drop you at your hotel or airport. Neste Uganda Safaris Ltd will ensure
your safari ends smoothly, with beautiful memories and photographs of Tarangire’s wild beauty
to take home.