Explore the Untamed Wilderness of Ugalla River Game Reserve

Getting There

• Car

  From any location within Tarangire National Park, you will need to exit the park towards the main road. Head towards the town of Babati. Follow the signs for Babati (A-104 road). After approximately 30 kilometers, you will reach the junction to the A-104 highway. Continue on the A-104 for about 100 kilometers until you reach the town of Mbeya. From Mbeya, take the road heading towards Urambo. After approximately 150 kilometers, you will arrive near the Ugalla River Game Reserve. Use GPS coordinates (Latitude: -5.9353, Longitude: 31.8232) to navigate to the exact entrance.

• Public Transportation

  From Tarangire National Park, take a taxi or arrange for a shuttle to the nearest bus station in the town of Babati. From Babati, board a bus heading for Mbeya, which is a common route. The bus ride may cost around 10,000 TZS (Tanzanian Shillings). Once you arrive in Mbeya, transfer to another bus or a shared taxi that goes towards Urambo. The fare for this leg may cost approximately 15,000 TZS. Make sure to inform the driver to stop near Ugalla River Game Reserve, or use GPS coordinates (Latitude: -5.9353, Longitude: 31.8232) to locate the entrance.

• Private Transfer

  For a more comfortable option, you can arrange a private transfer or hire a local driver from Tarangire National Park. This service can be booked through your accommodation or a local tour operator. The cost may vary, generally ranging from 200,000 to 300,000 TZS depending on the distance and the negotiation with the driver. The driver will know the best routes and will take you directly to Ugalla River Game Reserve using the GPS coordinates (Latitude: -5.9353, Longitude: 31.8232) for navigation.