Baobabs in Tarangire National Park

Baobabs in Tarangire National Park: Baobab trees are among the attractions which can be seen during a safari in Tarangire national park which is located in the northern part of Tanzania.

Baobabs in Tarangire National Park are trees which are also referred to as the “tree of life” can also be described as giant, bulbous and old. The baobab trees stand out from the rest of the landscape in Tarangire national park.

The roots of the baobabs in Tarangire National Park store moisture which the different wildlife species in Tarangire national park can drink such as the elephants which can be seen in big numbers around the national park.

Different wildlife species also find shelter under the baobab trees and they act as habitat for wildlife such as mongoose. Birds can also be seen in their nests in the branches of the baobab trees.

The pastoralists who live in the neighboring areas of Tarangire national park use the baobab trees as a source of herbs by crushing the leaves of the tree. The seeds of the baobab trees are also significant since they are eaten by the wildlife species which live in the national park.

Elephants also sharpen their tusks from the baobab trees which also benefits many other wildlife and bird species in the national park hence contributing to the eco system in Tarangire national park.

Tarangire national park being among the popular wildlife viewing destinations in Tanzania attracts tourists from different parts of the world. This national park is characterized by a diverse landscape which consists of savannah grasslands, swamps, and woodlands as well as hills which act as habitat for the wildlife.

Foreign residents, nonresidents and East Africans visiting the national park with interest in engaging in various activities and enjoying the views of the baobab trees and other attractions in Tarangire national park are expected to pay fees such as entrance fees and concession fees.

The entrance fees which are 53 USD for nonresidents are valid for a single entry and for 24 hours within the national park. When tourists stay at any of the accommodation facilities within the national park, they are required to pay concession fees which are separate from the entrance fees for Tarangire national park.

Attractions in Tarangire national park

There are also many other attractions apart from the giant baobab trees which can be seen by tourists during their safaris in Tarangire national park and they include the following;

Wildlife species

Aside from the legendary baobabs in Tarangire national park, Tarangire national park is also home to various wildlife species which can be seen by tourists as they participate in the many wildlife viewing activities in the national park.

These wildlife species include herds of elephants, greater kudu, dik-dik, wildebeests, impalas, cheetahs, lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, hartebeests, antelopes, elands, gazelles and many others.

Bird species

Tarangire national park is home to a large population of bird species which can be seen in the woodlands, in the swampy area as well as in the hills found in the national park. Both migrant and local bird species can be seen in the national park especially during the wet season in November to March.

These bird species include ashy starlings, rufous tailed weavers, striped swallows, hornbills, eagles, weavers, yellow collared lovebirds, vultures, kori bustards, ostriches, plovers and many others.

Swamps

Tarangire national park is also made up of swamps which act as alternative water sources for the wildlife species such as antelopes, buffalos, zebras, elands, elephants, lions among others during the dry season. They can be seen in the eastern and southern parts of the national park.

Activities in Tarangire national park

Tourists engage in various activities as they explore Tarangire national park to see attractions like the baobab trees and these activities include the following;

Game drives

Game drives also take place in Tarangire national park and they include morning game drives, afternoon game drives, evening game drives night game drives and also full day game drives. These game drives offer different wildlife viewing experience for the tourist as they enjoy the scenery around the national park.

During morning game drives, tourists can enjoy views of the baobab trees as they drive around the national park in search of wildlife species such as elephants, giraffes, dik dik, elands, zebras, and many others which are very active during this time of day.

The wildlife species in the afternoon are a little difficult to see as they are known to be resting in hidden locations while seeking shelter from the afternoon heat. Tourists can also enjoy evening game drives in Tarangire national park as they enjoy driving around the savannah plains and woodlands at the destination.

Night game drives are also part of the wildlife viewing experiences which tourists get during their safaris in Tarangire national park. Nocturnal wildlife species such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, impalas, caracals, civets, hyenas and many others can be seen in the national park during the night game drives which take place in the company of a ranger guide. This activity is organized by some of the accommodation facilities in the national park.

Full day game drives also take place in Tarangire national park and they involve driving around the national park for the whole day in search of different wildlife species while enjoying views of the baobab trees and the beautiful scenery at the destination.

Bird watching

Tourists can also engage in bird watching as they explore the national park and enjoy seeing the baobab trees which stand out from the rest of the national park. This activity of bird watching can be carried out as a sport or as a hobby during a safari.

Various bird species can be seen in Tarangire national park and these include ashy starlings, hammerkops, rufous tailed weavers, striped swallows, hornbills, plovers, eagles, vultures among others.

Nature walks

Nature walks are a unique way of experiencing the wilderness of Tarangire national park. This activity takes place on foot and it involves exploring the savannah plains while following different routes and enjoying views of the landscape which consists of baobab trees, acacia trees and savannah plains.

This activity is carried out in the company of a ranger guide and it gives the tourists a close encounter with the natural surroundings in the national park.

How to get to Tarangire national park

To enjoy the amazing scenery of Tarangire national park which consists of the baobab trees, tourists can access the national park by using different means of transport which include the following;

By air or flight, Tarangire national park can be accessed through charter and scheduled flights organized by different airline companies to the airstrips located in the national park such as Tarangire airstrip.
By road, Tarangire national park can be accessed by a short drive from Arusha which is the nearest town to the destination.

Contact Focus East Africa tours for unforgettable adventures in Tarangire national park as you enjoy the views of the baobab trees and many other attractions at the destination.