Tarangire National Park is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania. The Tarangire River crosses at the middle of the park and is the only source of water for wild animals during the dry seasons. Herds of up to 300 elephants scratch the dry river bed for underground streams, while migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland crowd the shrinking lagoons. Tarangire National Park holds the greatest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti ecosystem – a smorgasbord for predators – and the one place in Tanzania where the dry country antelope are regularly observed. Kuro Tarangire is set amid a grove of Acacia and Kigelia trees on the banks of the Tarangire River. The six light and stylish safari tents are complete with comfortable beds, en-suite bucket shower and flushing eco-toilet. The tents have solar lighting and rest among the trees with views over the African bush. Guests gather to share meals and relax under the cool grass thatch of the open-sided lounge and dining area which is furnished with hides and canvas, brought to life with a touch of colorful and tactile textiles. 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. Later in the day climb into vehicles with the warm air against your skin, and head out with the anticipation of discovery. 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. In addition to game drives and night drives in four wheel drive vehicles, walking safaris, sundowners, bush picnics, and outstanding mammal and bird viewing are all available.