Mkomazi Day Trip

Day 1

Experience the wonders of Mkomazi National Park on an unforgettable day trip, nestled in the northern expanse of Tanzania between Moshi and Tanga. Embraced by the majestic Pare and Usambara mountains, Mkomazi offers enchanting vistas, with Mount Kilimanjaro gracing the horizon on clear days. Traverse through its diverse landscapes, from the arid Sahel zone adorned with acacia-commiphora woodlands to the lush dry land forests that characterize its western expanse.

Discover the park's vibrant ecosystem as you embark on a thrilling game drive along the banks of the Umba River, where endangered black rhinos and wild dogs roam freely amidst the diverse flora and fauna. Marvel at sightings of giraffes, elands, hartebeests, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, and the graceful gerenuk, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of wildlife that calls Mkomazi home.

Bird enthusiasts will be captivated by the park's avian diversity, with over 450 species adorning the skies, including the cobalt-chested vulturine guinea-fowl and majestic ground-dwellers like ostriches, kori bustards, secretary birds, and ground hornbills. Keep an eye out for migratory species such as the Eurasian roller, adding to the park's vibrant ecosystem.

Mkomazi National Park stands as a sanctuary of natural splendor, inviting day-trippers to experience the untamed beauty of Tanzania's wilderness in all its glory.