Tarangire National Park Fees
By the Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris team
Our Arusha-based guides and safari planners know Tarangire National Park first-hand, and write this guide from experience on the ground.
Tarangire National Park Fees Explained
Tarangire National Park fees are charges set by Tanzania National Parks, known as TANAPA, that every visitor pays to enter and stay in the park. The main charge is a conservation or entry fee per person for each 24-hour period, with lower rates for children and East African residents. Lodges and campsites inside the park attract a concession fee per person per night, while vehicles and guides pay their own entry fees. Rates are reviewed periodically, so Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris includes all current Tarangire fees in your itemised private quote and pays them directly on your behalf.
Understanding Each Tarangire Fee
Park fees can seem confusing, but each has a clear purpose, supporting conservation, ranger patrols, roads and visitor services. Select a fee type below to learn how it is charged, who pays it and when it applies on your safari. We explain how each fee works rather than quoting amounts, as official rates change from time to time and differ for residents, non-residents and children. Every current fee for your private itinerary appears clearly in your itemised quote. Your private guide then handles all payments and paperwork at the Main Gate, so your arrival is quick and easy.
Conservation Fee
HighlightEvery 24 hours inside
The conservation or entry fee is the main charge for visiting Tarangire. It is paid per person for each 24-hour period inside the park, with different rates for foreign non-residents, East African residents and Tanzanian citizens, and reduced rates for children. The fee supports vital conservation work, ranger patrols, park roads and essential visitor services.
Tarangire Facts →Concession Fee
HighlightOvernight stays inside
A concession fee applies when you stay overnight at a lodge, tented camp or campsite inside Tarangire National Park. It is charged per person, per night, separately from the conservation fee. The amount depends on the type of accommodation, with different rates for lodges, camps and public or special campsites. We include it automatically in your quote.
Tarangire Map →Vehicle Entry Fee
HighlightYour safari vehicle
Every safari vehicle pays an entry fee to TANAPA, and this is handled directly by our team rather than by guests. The fee depends on the type and registration of the vehicle. Because your private safari uses your own dedicated vehicle, this charge is already built into your itemised quote, with nothing extra to pay at the gate.
How to Get There →Guide Entry Fee
HighlightYour professional guide
Your private driver-guide also pays an entry fee for each 24-hour period inside the park. Like the vehicle fee, it is paid by our team through official channels and included in your quote. This fee ensures licensed professional guides can work in the park, sharing local knowledge and keeping every game drive safe and enjoyable.
Tarangire Safari Tours →WMA Fees
HighlightCommunity conservation areas
If you stay in a neighbouring Wildlife Management Area such as Burunge or Randilen, community or WMA fees usually apply instead of park concession fees. These areas are managed with local communities, and fees help support conservation and livelihoods. We include any applicable WMA fees in your quote, clearly listed so you can see exactly what they cover.
Tarangire Map →Optional Activities
HighlightWalks and extras
Some experiences carry their own fees, such as walking safaris with an armed ranger or night drives where permitted, often in Wildlife Management Areas rather than the park itself. These activities are quoted separately so you can choose what interests you. Availability depends on your lodge, the season and current regulations, which our team confirms before you book.
Malaria & Safety →Staying Inside or Outside the Park
Where you stay affects which fees apply to your Tarangire safari. Lodges and campsites inside the park attract a concession fee per person per night, alongside the daily conservation fee. Several lodges lie just outside the boundary in neighbouring Wildlife Management Areas such as Burunge and Randilen, where community or WMA fees usually apply instead of park concession fees. The simple table below compares the two options side by side for you. Both choices can offer excellent wildlife experiences, and your planner explains the differences in cost, location and activities so you can choose with complete confidence and clarity.
| Fee aspect | Lodge inside the park | Lodge in a WMA |
|---|---|---|
| Who sets the fees | Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) | Community or WMA management |
| Daily per-person fee | Conservation fee per 24 hours inside | Park conservation fee when you enter for game drives |
| Overnight charge | Concession fee per person, per night | WMA or community fee per person, per night |
| Game drives | Inside the park from your lodge | Drive into the park through a gate |
| Possible extras | Ranger-guided walks where permitted | Walks or night drives where permitted |
| Payment | Electronic; included in your quote | Included in your quote |
General fee structure only – exact charges depend on your lodge and current regulations.
Which Fees Apply to Your Trip
The fees on your Tarangire quote depend on how long you stay, where you sleep and which activities you choose. A day trip involves different charges from a multi-night stay, and optional experiences such as walking safaris add their own fees. Select the experiences you are considering below, and this simple planner shows which fee types normally apply. It is a guide to fee categories rather than prices, which we confirm for your exact travel dates. Share your preferences when you request a quote, and we will itemise every fee clearly so there are no surprises at the gate.
How Fees Work on a Tarangire Day
Tarangire entry fees are calculated per 24-hour period from the moment you enter the park, rather than per calendar day. This means the timing of your arrival and departure can make a real difference, especially on day trips and overnight stays. The timeline below shows how fees typically work during a single day in the park, from entry at the Main Gate to your exit. It is an illustrative example only, because each itinerary is planned individually. Your private guide keeps track of permitted times and plans game drives so you make the most of every fee period.
Arrive at the Main Gate
Your guide completes the paperwork and your 24-hour fee period begins.
River valley drive
Follow elephant herds and plains game along the Tarangire River.
Picnic or lodge lunch
Rest during the heat at a picnic site or your lodge.
Lemiyon or Silale
Explore baobab country or the swamp as wildlife becomes active.
Exit or overnight
Leave before the fee period ends, or stay for another day.
Illustrative example only – your guide confirms exact timings on the day.
What Your Private Quote Includes
Every Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris quote is itemised, so you can see exactly what your Tarangire safari covers before you book. Standard park fees are always included, together with your private vehicle, professional guide and the accommodation you choose. Optional extras are shown separately, so you can decide calmly which ones suit you best. Use the interactive checklist below to review the main items, then read our practical tips for planning a good-value private safari. If anything is unclear, simply ask our team, and we will gladly explain each line of your quote in plain, simple language.
Time your entry
Plan arrival and exit times around the 24-hour fee period.
Stay overnight
A night inside or beside the park gives sunrise and sunset drives.
Share children’s ages
Reduced rates apply to children, so include ages in your request.
Compare lodge locations
Inside-park and WMA lodges differ in fees and activities.
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Tarangire National Park Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Tarangire National Park entry fees?
Tarangire National Park entry fees are set by Tanzania National Parks and charged per person for each 24-hour period inside the park. Rates differ for foreign non-residents, East African residents and Tanzanian citizens, with reduced rates for children and free entry for very young children. Because fees are reviewed periodically and taxes can change, we always quote the current official rates for your travel dates and include them in your itemized private safari price, so there are no surprises at the gate.
What is the Tarangire concession fee?
The concession fee is a charge per person per night for staying at lodges, tented camps or campsites inside Tarangire National Park. It is separate from the daily conservation entry fee and helps fund park management and conservation. The amount depends on the type of accommodation, with different rates for lodges, camps and public or special campsites. Lodges just outside the park, in neighboring Wildlife Management Areas, may charge their own community or WMA fees instead, which we also include in your quote.
How are park fees paid in Tarangire?
Tanzania's national parks use electronic payment systems, so cash is generally not accepted at the Tarangire gate. On a Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris trip, our team pays all conservation, concession, vehicle and guide fees through official channels, and your guide handles the paperwork at the Main Gate. This saves time on arrival and means you do not need to carry large amounts of money. Optional activities you add during the trip are confirmed and paid in the same way.
Are Tarangire park fees included in safari prices?
On a Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris private safari, all standard Tarangire park fees are included in your itemized quote: conservation entry fees, concession fees for nights inside the park, and vehicle and guide entry fees. If you stay in a neighboring Wildlife Management Area, those fees are included too. Optional extras such as walking safaris or night drives where permitted are shown separately, so you can see exactly what your tailor-made safari price covers before you confirm your booking.
Why are fees charged per 24 hours in Tarangire?
Tarangire entry fees are calculated per 24-hour period from the time you enter the park, rather than per calendar day. This means entry and exit times matter: leaving later than planned can add an extra day of fees. Experienced guides plan arrival and departure carefully, especially when Tarangire is combined with Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro or the Serengeti on the same trip. We build these timings into every private itinerary so you enjoy full game drives without paying for unnecessary extra days.
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