Nyerere (Tanzania) and Tarangire (Tanzania) are often weighed against each other. This comparison uses seasons, activities and access to help you choose.
| Nyerere | Tarangire | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Type | National park | National park |
| Approx. area | 30,893 km² | 2,850 km² |
| Best time | August to October | July to October |
| Suggested stay | 3–4 days | 1–2 days |
| Main gateway airport | Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) | Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) |
| Big Five | Not all five | Not all five |
| Malaria | Malaria area: see a travel doctor | Malaria area: see a travel doctor |
| Families | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honeymooners | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Photographers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| First-time visitors | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Budget travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Luxury travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Month by month
| Month | Nyerere | Tarangire |
|---|---|---|
| January | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
| February | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
| March | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
| April | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ rainy season |
| May | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
| June | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| July | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| August | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| September | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| October | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| November | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ some rain |
| December | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
How to choose
Choose Nyerere if
- you want boat safaris
- you hope to see hippos, crocodiles, African wild dogs and sable antelope
Choose Tarangire if
- you are travelling in July and November to May
- you want night drives and hot-air balloon flights
- you hope to see cheetahs, oryx, eland, gazelles and ostriches
As both are in the same country, many travellers combine them in one trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Nyerere or Tarangire?
It depends on when you travel and what you want to see. Tarangire is stronger in July and November to May.
When is the best time for each?
Nyerere: August to October. Tarangire: July to October.
Sources: TANAPA - Nyerere National Park · SafariBookings - Nyerere climate · Weather2Travel - Selous climate · TANAPA - Tarangire National Park · SafariBookings - Tarangire climate · Weather Spark - Mto wa Mbu (nearest station)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.