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Description
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.
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 |
Birding:
The park is rich with various bird species. There is no additional fee for this activity.
Camping: – Two types
- Special campsites: pre booking through booking@tanzaniaparks.go.tz is mandatory.
- 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 |
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.
Rules & Regulations
Keep to the authorized roads and tracks Do not light any fire or discard any burning object Do not litter Do not disturb wild animals; do not make noise, never blow your horn Do not pick, cut or damage any plant or part
Wildlife & Birds
| Title | Conservation Status |
|---|---|
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Vulnerable |
 Nile Crocodile |
Least Concern |
 Eland |
Least Concern |
.jpg){kind=small} Tsessebe |
Least Concern |
 Pied kingfisher |
Least Concern |
 African Pied Wagtail |
Least Concern |
 Nile Monitor |
Least Concern |
 Bushbuck |
Least Concern |
 Grey-headed Kingfisher |
Least Concern |
 Black-necked Agama |
Least Concern |
 Banded Mongoose |
Least Concern |
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