Park history
Formerly a game reserve, the park was established in 1974. The park is located 40km south of Mpanda town, being Tanzania’s third largest national park it covers an area of 4,471 square km after Ruaha and Serengeti.
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Formerly a game reserve, the park was established in 1974. The park is located 40km south of Mpanda town, being Tanzania’s third largest national park it covers an area of 4,471 square km after Ruaha and Serengeti.
How to get there
By Air:
Several companies arrange charter flight from Dar es Salam, Mwanza or
Arusha cities to either Mpanda airport which is located in Mpanda town
or to Sitalike and Ikuu airstrips inside the park.
By Road: From either Dar es Salaam via Mbeya (1513Km), Arusha via Tabora (1015.7km) or Mwanza via Mpanda (741 km).
By Rail:
It is also possible to reach Mpanda by train from Dar es Salaam via
Tabora then catch a public transport to Sitalike, where game drives can
be arranged.
Best time to visit
May to October and mid December.
Tourism Activities
Game drives – This
activity is conducted from 0630 – 1830 HRS, no additional fee for this
activity. Four wheel (4X4) drive vehicles are recommended.
Walking safari – Short walking safari
Additional fees apart from conservation fees:
| Category | Short walking fees | Long walking fees | Ranger fee/group | ||
| Adult | Child (>12 yrs) | Adult | Child (>12 yrs) | ||
| Non EAC Citizens/ Tz Expatriates | US $ 20 | US $ 10 | US $ 25 | US $ 15 | US $ 20 |
| EAC Citizens | TZS 5,000 | TZS 2,500 | TZS 5,000 | TZS 5,000 | TZS 5,000 |
Price
Birding: The park is rich with various bird species. There is no additional fee for this activity.
Camping: – Two types
i.Special campsites: pre booking through booking@tanzaniaparks.go.tz is mandatory.
ii.Public campsites: Available services and facilities include Kitchen, bathroom, toilet and water.
| Category | Special campsite fee | Public campsite fee | ||
| Adult | Child | Adult | Child | |
| Non EAC Citizens/ Tz Expatriates | US $ 50 | US $ 10 | US $ 30 | US $ 5 |
| EAC Citizens | TZS 10,000 | TZS 5,000 | TZS 5,000 | TZS 2,000 |
Additional fees apart from the conservation fees
Bush meals: Site for bush meals can be arranged for you upon request.
Additional fees apart from the conservation fees
| Category | Bush meal fee | |
| Adult | Child | |
| Non EAC Citizens/ Tz Expatriates | US $ 5 | US $ 5 |
| EAC Citizens | TZS 5000 | TZS 5000 |
Filming:
Filming fee: US
$250 charged per person/day and covers conservation, camping and
filming fees. This is applicable to all nationalities. Remember to
obtain filming permits from the Ministry of information, sports and
culture and then from the office of the Director General -TANAPA HQ
Night Game Drive: (Refer guidelines and fee structure for the activity)
Picnicking:They are best places for taking packed meals while on game drive. No additional fee required.
Main Tourist attractions
-Hippos and Crocodiles
-Lake Chada
-Katuma River
-Wildlife abundance
Accommodation
Inside the park: Rest house, bandas and campsites (booking through the park). Several privately owned luxury tented lodges.
Outside the park: Several lodges and hotels at the village of Sitalike and Mpanda town.
Contact
Email: katavi@tanzaniaparks.go.tz
Special thanks goes to TANZANIA NATIONAL PARK
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