NOMAD KURU TARANGIRE – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

In creating this camp, Nomad Tanzania have sought to keep their footprint as light as possible and combined the essence of authentic safari with the textures and elements of the Africa that surrounds camp and offered all those necessary comforts without overdoing it – ensuring the human presence here is in tune with, and not overbearing to, this beautiful place.

Kuro Tarangire is set in the wild – you can walk straight out of camp and into wild Africa. The style and location of the camp means that you can sit at peace and observe the natural rhythms of life as it continues undisturbed around you. You have the freedom to explore in open cars both during the day and under the night sky and really get to feel Africa.

LOCATION

Kuru Tarangire is located within the Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania.

CAMP

Six light and stylish safari rooms are complete with comfortable beds, en-suite bucket shower and flushing loo.They rest amongst the trees with views over the African bush and although they are extremely comfortable and beautiful, they never detract from the main event, which is out there.

The family unit at Kuro Tarangire is made up of two full size en suite rooms, connected by a canvas corridor that zips closed at night. Ideal for families with younger children to have access to mum and dad after dark, without the need to head outside.

ACTIVITIES

During the dry season the river is the only source of water for many animals with thousands migrating to it from the nearby Lake Manyara National Park. The landscape here is diverse with a mix of habitats that are unique to the area and not found anywhere else: hilly landscapes are dotted with vast numbers of baobab trees, dense bush and high grasses.

Herds of up to 300 elephants congregate here, whilst migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala and eland can also be seen, with the accompanying predators following along behind. The swamps are where you will find over 550 bird species, the most breeding species in one habitat anywhere in the world. It is a birder’s dream with frequent sightings of yellow-collared lovebirds, which can be seen during a game drive alongside the river.

Game drives in 4WD vehicles – game drives are a fantastic way to see Tarangire. This park is second only to the Serengeti in its concentration of wildlife and is well known for big herds of buffalo, elephant that stand picturesquely beneath the spreading branches of baobabs and prides of lazy lion sprawled in the shade of acacia scrub. The muted colours of Africa are frequently lit up by the bright reds and yellows of barbets, starlings and bee-eaters; there are over 550 species of birds here.

Walking safari – you will wake in the cool of the early morning and walk straight out of camp to discover evidence of the night’s activities along the course of the Tarangire River. There’s something very special about placing one’s own foot within the print of an elephant or kneeling to cradle the nest of a praying mantis, glistening with dew.

Night game drive – take advantage of the freedom to venture out at night for this is when elusive creatures also choose to softly tread the trails. Few things are more exhilarating than catching a glimpse of the patterned flank of a leopard as it slinks through the grass beside our car.  After dark the bush changes and you have a chance to meet some of nocturnal wildlife. Genets, civets, porcupines and bush babies are often seen and if you’re lucky you might see lions and leopards.

NOMAD KURU TARANGIRE IS CLOSED FROM MID MARCH TO THE END OF MAY EVERY YEAR

THE CAMP WELCOMES FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGED 10 YEARS AND OVER – ONLY CHILDREN AGED 12 AND OVER CAN PARTICIPATE IN WALKING SAFARIS