RHINO SANCTUARY IN TANZANIA

A Rhino Sanctuary will be the first of its kind in Tanzania. Design to promote tourism but also conserve the endangered species of black rhino. This sanctuary will be at Mkomazi national park. Set below the slopes of Usambara and pare eastern arc mountain ranges while over seen by the snow capped Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Pic credits to Daigle Tours

Increased poaching in the 1980s led to decrease number of Black Rhinos in Tanzania which led for them to be restricted to a fenced sanctuary. The sanctuary will enable visitors to see the rhino at a close range and ensure the safe keeping for future generation to come.

Mkomazi is a virgin park show casing unique treasures which you will definitely enjoy. Being few kilometers away from the Arusha- Dar es salaam highway it’s an alternative gateway to the northern national parks.

A classic dry country of open grassland savannah  and also a home of Giraffe, Oryx, gerenuk, hartebeest, lesser kudu, eland , impala, grant gazelle, elephant, buffalos, leopard lion and cheetah.

Over 400 recorded species of birds’ doves, weavers, hornbills and guinea-fowl are present huge numbers.

If you’re worried about accommodation then you’re covered because both hotel lodges and camping site are available at the park. Great travels!