This national park is located 75 miles from Arusha (south east of Manyara). Tarangire has a particularly dense wildlife population between June and October. This area is home to thousands of elephant, and in the dry season game congregates along the river after their long migration from the Masai Mara. Tarangire is symbolized by the Baobab tree, which grows in open acacia woodland. Bird enthusiasts have plenty to discover, as the area is rich with birds of prey. Bird watching, photography and walking safaris are at their peak during October through May. Visitors have a spectrum of game to choose from. Antelope, eland, lesser kudu, Kongoni, impala, zebra, gazelles, buffalo, wildebeest, leopard, elephant, and rhino comprise the main game attractions.