Mkomazi National Park embraces spectacular attractions like wild animals, birds, natural features, and stunning vegetation. Here are some of the attractions found in Mkomazi National Park;

Wild animals

Many wild animals are residents of this marvelous park. They can be spotted in different parts of the ecosystem. They include elephants, topi, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, giraffes, black rhinos, lions, cheetahs, fringe-eared oryx, wild dogs, and beisa oryx to name a few. Although it is very rare to see the Big Five animals in Mkomazi, you can be luckier to encounter these animals. The African leopard is rarely seen in this park while elephants, buffalos, and lions are commonly encountered. The black rhino is very rare to be seen in its natural habitat. However, you can see the black rhino on a special rhino-viewing trip to the Mkomazi Rhino Sanctuary. Here you will view black rhinos kept in a sanctuary. After growing and becoming strong enough, they are released into the wild.

Other animals like wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles decorate the savanna plains of Mkomazi while the world’s heaviest animals (elephants) beautify the acacia woodlands. You will also be able to view the giraffes, the symbol of Tanzania.

Birds

Your primary aim for visiting Mkomazi National Park may not be bird watching, but you may be converted into a birder when you see the colorful and singing birds found in this park. The number of bird species found in Mkomazi is staggering as it is home to 450 bird species. Such species include ground birds like ostriches, ground hornbills, Kori bustards, and secretary birds. It is also home to dry country bird species like Cobalt-crested vulturine and guinea fowl. Migratory birds like the Eurasian roller tend to settle at Mkomazi National Park between November and April, the best time for birding safaris.

What to do in Mkomazi National Park

Game drives

A game drive enables you to witness wild animals, landscapes, and stunning vegetation of Mkomazi. Tanzania Distance Adventures offers a rewarding morning game drive. You will wake up early at 4:00 a.m. to prepare the necessary gear before your game drive. After breakfast, you leave your hotel/camp for Mkomazi and drive on our 4×4 Land Cruiser through the untamed Mkomazi wilderness. You will see many animals basking in the sun and birds singing beautiful songs before disappearing to other places in search of food and mates. You will also see big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs resting on the rock outcrops. These carnivores are less active in the morning. For a better experience on a game drive, you should carry with you a pair of binoculars.

Bush meal

Tanzania Distance Adventures collaborate with tented camps as well as hotels to offer an unforgettable experience in the wild. A bush dinner is an enchanting experience offered in a designated site and it starts with a sundowner after a walking trip and finishes with a delicious dinner.

Cultural visits

With our English-speaking guide, we let you explore various tribes neighboring the Mkomazi National Park. You will drive to local villages of the communities such as Pare, Chagga, Zigua, Wadigo, and Maasai in West Kilimanjaro. The Pare are found in the Same and Mwanga districts of Kilimanjaro region. Their favorite dish is ‘makande’, which is mainly made of ground maize grains supplemented with beans or legumes. The Chagga are usually found in Rombo, Moshi, Siha, and Hai districts and they have a sweet, less alcoholic drink called ‘mbege’, which is made up of banana. The Maasai are also found in West Kilimanjaro, Tanga, and Arusha regions. You can book a trip with us to these charming communities.

If you are ready to take on a safari to Mkomazi National Park, or other destinations in Tanzania, Tanzania Distance Adventures can make it easier. With 24/7 customer support, we are open to inquiries, and we allow you to tailor your safari with the assistance of our team.