Tanzania National Parks

Kitulo National Park :

Step into Tanzania's secret floral paradise, where wildflowers meet the clouds.

The Kitulo National Park is also referred by locals as “The Garden of God” and the botanists call it the “The Serengeti of Flowers”. The park is home to over 350 varieties of species that includes 45 varieties of terrestrial orchid – forming a wildflower display during the rainy season. There are two popular mountains Poroto and Livingstone Mountains that cover an area of 412.9km² and its well-watered volcanic soils support the largest montane grassland In Tanzania.

Ruaha National Park :

Explore Ruaha's raw wilderness, home to Africa’s largest elephant population and big cats

Famous for rare game viewing and fascinating landscapes, the Ruaha National Park is an untouched ecosystem. Apart from this the Great Ruaha River is the lifeline of the park and flows for 160km through the entire eastern boundary plains.

Germany gazetted it in 1910 and 1946 named it Rungwa Game Reserve. Later in 2008, Usangu Game Reserve and wetlands extended into the park making Ruaha National Park the largest in East Africa with an area covering 20226 km² hosting the region’s largest concentration of elephants.

Katavi National Park :

Discover the unspoiled beauty of Katavi, a hidden gem with rich wildlife and solitude

The Katavi National Park is Tanzania’s third-largest national park at 4.4 71 km². Katavi is a true wilderness, isolated, quiet and unspoilt, providing a real taste of Africa. The park lies in the south-western part of the country within the Rift Valley, and end in the shallow expanse of Lake Rukwa. The park also draws an abundance of hippos and 4,000 elephants. The game viewing is focused on the Katuma River and its floodplains, such as the seasonal Lakes Kata and Chada.

Serengeti National Park :

Witness the timeless beauty of Serengeti, where the Great Migration roars to life

Serengeti is the oldest and most popular Tanzania National Park, and thousands of people visit this world heritage site on Tanzania Safari Tours and recently the place has been proclaimed the 7th Wonder of the World, covering an area of 14.763km².

The Serengeti National Park is famous for The Great Migration and offers the most scintillating game-viewing in Africa all year round. You will also find the Big 5 here occasionally spotting varieties of critically endangered animals as well.

Rubondo Island National Park :

Escape to Rubondo, a serene island sanctuary where nature reigns and wildlife flourishes.

The Rubondo Island National Park was gazetted in 1977 and is an important breeding ground for migratory birds and fish. Did you know that over 80% of the park is covered by dense forest, providing a variety of habitats to wildlife? There is a unique combination of both marine and mainland flora and fauna found in the park. The Wami River is the most important freshwater source in the park apart from numerous seasonal rivers and dams.

Gombe Stream National Park :

Journey into Gombe, where chimpanzees swing through the treetops and nature’s harmony thrives.

The Gombe Stream National Park covers an area of 52km² and is the smallest Tanzania National Park.  The park is a delicate strip of chimpanzee habitat close to steep slopes and river valleys surrounding the region the northern shore of Lake Tanganyika.

Mahale National Park :

Mahale's shores call adventurers seeking chimps, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters.

Home to some of Africa’s remaining wild chimpanzees; Mahale Mountains National Park covers an area of 1613km² and hosts a chimp population of roughly 800. There is a 50 km long stretch of Mahel’s mountain ridge that runs across the park. Mt. Nkungwe, is the highest point on Lake Tanganyika’s shoreline the mountain is at a height of 2462m.

Mount Kilimanjaro National Park :

Conquer Africa's highest peak-Kilimanjaro is calling with breathtaking views and challenge.

Mount Kilimanjaro National Park is the highest point in Africa and rises to 5,895 m. This massive volcanic mountain stands in splendid isolation above the surrounding plains and offers gorgeous snowy peak traversing through 5 different climatic zones. You will spot some endangered species, in the park as well.

Lake Manyara National Park :

Lake Manyara offers a magical mix of flamingos, lions, and breathtaking landscapes.

The Lake Manyara National Park stretches for 50km along the base of the 600m high Rift Valley escarpment and was described by Ernest Hemingway as “the loveliest I had seen in Africa”. With a huge expanse of lush groundwater forest of ancient mahogany trees, the park has contrasted land of grassy floodplain with views across the alkaline lake to the volcanic peaks of the Masai Steppes.

Mkomazi National Park :

Discover the peaceful plains of Mkomazi, where rhinos roam and the wilderness remains untamed.

The Mkomazi National Park is a bridge between the northern safari circuit and other coastal attractions and starts at a height of 3245km². The park hosts some unique and two of the highly endangered species – the black rhino and African wild dog.

Tarangire National Park :

Get close to giant elephants and the iconic baobabs in Tarangire's majestic savannah

Ranking as the 6th largest National Park in Tanzania and covering an area of 2,600 square kilometers, The Tarangire National Park is most popular for its large elephant herds and mini-wildlife migration that takes place during the dry season which sees about 250,000 animals enter the park.

The Tarangire River during the dry season shrinks and draws multitudes of thirsty wildlife embarking the greatest concentration of mammals outside Serengeti National Park. You will also encounter flocks of the colourful yellow-collared love bird, ashy starling and Rufous-tailed weaver that are endemic to the dry savannah of central Tanzania.

Saadani National Park :

Where the ocean meets safari-Saadani offers both beach bliss and wildlife adventures.

The Saadani National Park lies in the historic triangle of Bagamoyo, Pangam and Zanzibar covering an area of 1100km². Offering a unique combination of both marine and mainland flora and fauna the park accesses the open ocean with coral reefs changing inland waters to mangrove forest ecosystems.

Mikumi National Park :

Experience Mikumi's rich wildlife and open horizons-perfect for first-time safari seekers.

The Mikumi National Park lies at the border of Africa’s biggest game reserve-the Selous dissecting the tarred road between Dar es Salaam and Iringa. The floodplain of the national park is the central part and hosts numerous wildlife reserves. Hippos at the pools near the entrance of the park are the main attractions. While Mikumi is the fourth largest park in Tanzania, it stands at a height of 3230km² and is part of a much larger ecosystem.

Udzungwa Mountains National Park :

Trek the ancient forests of Udzungwa, a haven for hikers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

The Udzungwa Mountains National Park forests consist of verdant glades of 30 metre high trees. Rising to a high altitude of 1992km2, Udzungwa is the largest and most bio-diverse chains of the ecosystem in Africa. Collectively referred as the Eastern Arc Mountains, the area has closed -canopy spans rising to a height of 250m to 2000m.

Arusha National Park :

Experience the lush greenery of Arusha National Park, the perfect safari day trip.

Arusha National Park is a gem of varied ecosystems and spectacular views of Mt. Meru, the crater that gives the region its name.

It is a popular destination for day trip visitors who are about to embark from the town of Arusha on longer northern circuit safaris. The small national park includes the slopes, summit, and ash cone of Mt. Meru, the Momela Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, and the lush highland forests that blanket its lower slopes. Game viewing around the Momela Lakes is at a laid-back and quiet pace, and while passing through the forest many visitors stop to search for troupes of rare colubus monkeys playing in the canopy.

The lower rates are for the citizens of Tanzania while for all other non-East African Citizens the prices range to the higher extreme. The cost of entering the park for children below the age of 5 years is free.

Tanzania National Park Entrance Fees :

Know before you go-get all the details on Tanzania’s national park entry fees.

When planning a visit to Tanzania's national parks, game reserves, and conservation areas, it's important to know the entry fees. These fees vary depending on whether you're a non-resident (foreign visitor) or a resident (Tanzanian citizen or resident). There are also different fees for adults and children. 

New National Parks In Tanzania :

Explore Tanzania's newly unveiled parks, waiting for adventurers seeking fresh discoveries.

The New National Parks In Tanzania are Burigi-Chato, Ibanda-Lumanyika, Karagwe Kyerwa and the Nyerere National Park. In December 2019, after the World Bank (WB) and the German Federal Government Development Bank (KfW) gave over Sh255 billion for the upgrading of Tanzania's new national parks the above 5 Tanzania National Park came into existence.

You can explore all these national parks and choose Best National Parks In Tanzania that suits you and spend more time exploring it. There are numerous Tanzania Wildlife Park where you can book your exclusive Tanzania National Parks Reservations beforehand to enjoy the Best Safari In Tanzania.

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