Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive
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Overview
Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive
Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive gives your safari a completely different twist as you see all the nocturnal animals that you do not see during the day. These animals now appear with eyes lighting up in the darkness when the headlights of the safari jeep meet them. Your guide tells you all about these night lovers and helps you spot nocturnal species such as porcupines, civet cats, genets, bush babies, lions, and leopards.
The ‘Night Game Drives’ are organized in Tarangire National Park, which is an ideal location due to its diverse ecosystems. With the lake, the rift valley cliffs, groundwater forest, the Ngorongoro highlands, and the dry Tarangire system all close by, the region is a melting pot for all kinds of animals and vegetation.
When out on a ‘Night game drive’, keep an eye out for genets, civet cats, porcupines, and enormous hippos grazing under shady trees, and if you are lucky, you might spot a lion or leopard!
In addition to seeing the animals, you may also have a beautiful, mysterious experience by looking at the moonlight on the savanna grass or the lake’s reflection.
The night game drive offers a unique and exciting opportunity to encounter nocturnal animals that are in hiding during the daytime. In total darkness, with only the light of the stars and the headlights of the safari vehicle lighting up the darkness, you will explore the bush….
You will be accompanied by an experienced guide who will take you to explore the wilderness at night. The guide will know how to identify different nocturnal animal sounds and will be able to tell you all about the local flora and fauna.
Are those a pair of eyes that light up in the darkness? Who knows what animals you will encounter tonight….
You will return to the park entrance or accommodation around 10:30 pm.
Highlights
Guided night game drive in Tarangire National Park
Chance to see nocturnal animals such as lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, hippos, mongoose, civet cats, owls, porcupines, and nightjars
Experience the African bush under moonlight or starlight
Learn from experienced rangers about nocturnal wildlife behavior
Price
Joining Price: $90 per person
Private Safari: $540 per group
Important Notes
Park fees and ranger fees are not included.
Pickup is available inside the park only. Guests staying outside (in WMA areas) should meet at the main gate.
If a single guest participates in a night game drive, the charge will be equivalent to the price for two guests.
Perfect for
Adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, and photographers looking to capture nocturnal wildlife and the magic of the African night.
FAQs – Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive
The night game drive begins after sunset, usually around 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM, depending on the season.
The safari typically lasts 3–4 hours, giving you ample time to spot nocturnal wildlife and enjoy the night skies.
You may encounter lions, leopards, elephants, hippos, hyenas, mongoose, civet cats, owls, porcupines, nightjars, and other nocturnal species. Wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed but are likely with the guidance of experienced rangers.
Warm clothing (it can get cool at night)
Flashlight or headlamp
Camera with low-light capability for wildlife photography
Binoculars
Water and light snacks
