Mount Kilimanjaro to the northwest and south, the Pare and Usambara Mountains, and Kenya's massive Tsavo National Park to the north all provide common ground for migratory herds of elephant, oryx, and zebra during the wet season. Together with Tsavo, it forms one of the world's largest and most important protected habitats. Mkomazi National Park is unique in that it features both a black rhinoceros sanctuary and a captive-breeding program for African wild dogs. Seeing these two rare endangered species, together with giraffes, elands, hartebeests, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, and long-necked gerenuks, is a once-in-a-million opportunity. Birdwatching is great, with over 450 avian species documented, including endemics such the cobalt-chested vulturine guinea-fowl and other huge ground birds like ostrich, kori bustard, secretary bird, and ground hornbill. After the game drive, you will be dropped up at Moshi/JRO.
Tour overview
Travel through open plains, rugged hills, and dry woodland while enjoying sweeping views across the park and surrounding landscapes.
Keep watch for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of bird species during your game drive.
The park's quieter atmosphere offers a refreshing alternative to some of Tanzania's busier safari destinations.
It's a rewarding day adventure for travelers looking for scenic beauty, wildlife, photography, and a more off-the-beaten-path Tanzanian safari.
Safari Highlights
- 1-Day Mkomazi Scenic Safari
Your 1-day Tanzania safari, day by day
Each day below shows where you go, what you experience, and where you can stay—luxury, mid-range, and budget lodge options included.
Inclusions & exclusions
| What's included |
|---|
| Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala |
| Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fuel, and professional English-speaking guide |
| Accommodation and meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary |
| National park entrance fees and ranger guide fees on included activities |
| Bottled drinking water during road transfers |
| What's not included |
|---|
| International flights to and from Uganda |
| Uganda visa fees and travel insurance |
| Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff |
| Personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, etc.) |
| Optional activities not listed in the itinerary |
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- Duration: 1 day
- Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 1 day
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