Overview

Tarangire Tortilis Camp is a mid-range luxury tented camp positioned for travelers seeking authentic safari experiences in Tarangire National Park. Known for: accessible pricing without sacrificing comfort, convenient location 2 hours from Arusha, and comprehensive all-inclusive meal packages. Best for: budget-conscious safari enthusiasts, families, small group safaris, and first-time visitors to Tanzania's northern safari circuit.

Accommodation & Rooms

Tarangire Tortilis Camp offers three room categories with transparent pricing structures [1]. Single rooms are priced at $282 USD during high season (June–October, December 16–31), $232 during low season (January–February), and $207 during special offer season (March–May, November 1–15). Double/Twin rooms range from $242 (high season) to $177 (special offer season). Triple rooms accommodate larger families or groups, priced from $227 to $167 across seasons. All rates include full-board dining (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) plus tea and coffee service throughout the day. Rooms feature canvas construction typical of East African safari camps, with en-suite bathrooms and mosquito nets as standard amenities.

Dining & Cuisine

All accommodation rates include full-board meals consisting of breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared daily by camp kitchen staff [1]. Picnic lunch boxes are available for guests participating in full-day game drives. Tea and coffee service during meals is complimentary. Beverages excluded from rates include sodas, wines, champagne, spirits, local beer, and bottled water—these are available for purchase at camp. The camp kitchen accommodates standard dietary requirements, though guests should communicate preferences at booking.

Wildlife & Activities

Tarangire National Park is renowned for elephant concentrations, particularly during dry seasons when herds congregate around the Tarangire River. The park supports buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, impala, and over 500 bird species including eagles, hornbills, and weavers. Game drives are available twice daily (early morning and late afternoon), allowing flexibility in participation. Guided bush walks with trained naturalists provide alternative safari experiences. Night drives can be arranged separately. The camp does not include game drives in base accommodation rates; these are booked and paid separately, allowing guests to customize their activity budget.

Location & How to Get There

Tarangire Tortilis Camp is located within Tarangire National Park, approximately 120 km south of Arusha by road (2-hour drive time) [1]. The camp is accessible via paved highway from Arusha to the park's main gate, followed by internal park roads. No charter flight airstrip data was found in available sources, suggesting road transfer is the primary access method. Guests arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport (approximately 50 km from Arusha) typically arrange airport transfers through their tour operator. The camp provides laundry service and can arrange airport transfers, though these are not included in base rates.

Best Time to Visit

High season (June–October, December 16–31) coincides with dry weather, optimal wildlife viewing, and international holiday periods, reflected in premium pricing [1]. Special offer season (March–May, November 1–15) provides mid-range rates during shoulder months with variable rainfall but fewer tourists. Low season (January–February) offers the lowest rates and quietest park conditions, ideal for budget travelers, though afternoon thunderstorms are common. Tarangire National Park does not experience the dramatic annual migration seen in the Serengeti; elephant movements are driven by water availability, with dry seasons (July–October) showing highest concentrations along the Tarangire River.

Conservation & Community

Tortilis Camps Tanzania operates under Tanzanian tourism regulations and collects national park fees separately from accommodation rates [1]. Park entry fees are $53 USD per adult per night and $18 per child (under 15.99 years) per night, payable at the park entrance gate. Camping fees are $59 USD per adult per night and $11.80 per child per night, also collected at entry. The camp structure as a full-board operation supports local employment and kitchen staff. Specific conservation partnerships or community initiatives were not detailed in available data.

Pricing & Payment

Rates are quoted in USD and include value-added tax (VAT) [1]. Rates are net and non-commissionable, meaning they are fixed and do not include travel agent commissions. Payment is accepted via bank transfer to Tortilis Tanzania Limited (CRDB Bank PLC, Meru Branch, Arusha). Cancellation policies and payment deadlines should be confirmed directly with the booking team at hello@tortiliscamps.com or +255 677 400 280. Laundry, game drives, flights, airport transfers, alcoholic beverages, medical insurance, and gratuities are explicitly excluded from base rates.

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