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Mkomazi
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Set
below the verdant slopes of the spectacular Usambara and Pare Eastern Arc
Mountain Ranges and overseen by iconic snow – capped peak of Kilimanjaro,
Mkomazi is a virgin breathtaking beauty exhibiting unique natural treasures and
immense sense of space – which adds to the fulfillment of high visitor’s
enjoyment expectations – a much needed bridge between northern circuit and
coastal attractions.
Every
day, thousands of people pass within a few kilometers of Mkomazi on one of
Tanzania’s busiest highways. These and the northern circuit safari – goers are
now most welcomed to discover the treasures of this wedge of hilly semi-arid
savannah – home of large herds of giraffe, eland, hartebeest, zebra, buffalo
and elephant.
Mkomazi
is a vital refuge for two highly endangered species, the charismatic black
rhino and the sociable African wild dog, both of which were successfully
reintroduced in the 1990s. Nomadic by nature, wild dog might be seen almost
anywhere in the park, however the black rhino are restricted to a fenced
sanctuary, ensuring their safe keeping for the enjoyment and prosperity of
future generations.
Mkomazi
supports several dry – country specialists’ species that are rare elsewhere in
Tanzania; these include the spectacular fringe – eared Oryx, with its long back
– sweeping horns, and the handsome spiral – horned lesser kudu. Oddest of all
is the gerenuk, a gazelle distinguished by its slender neck, bizarre alien –
like head, and having the habit of standing tall on its hind legs as it
stretches for acacia leaves that other browsers cannot reach.
A
game reserve since 1951, this new National Park takes its name from a word from
Pare tribe denoting “scoop of water”, referring to little water. It is a
fantastic destination for birdwatchers, with more than 450 avian species
recorded, among them are the dry – country endemics such as the cobalt –
chested vulturine guinea-fowl, other large ground birds such as ostrich, kori
bustard, secretary bird, ground hornbill and some migratory species including
the Eurasian roller.
Location:
Northern Tanzania split between Kilimanjaro and Tanga administrative regions.
The park borders on the west the Tsavo National Park in Kenya. The Zange
entrance gate lies 112 km (69 miles) from Moshi, 550 km (341 miles) from
Mwalimu J. K. Nyerere International Airport – Dar es Salaam, 142 km (88.7
miles) from Kilimanjaro International Airport, 120 km (75 miles) from
Kilimanjaro National Park and 6 km (3.7 miles) from the town of Same.
How to get there
By
road, Mkomazi is easily accessible via Same, which lies on the surfaced highway
connecting Arusha to Dar es Salaam. The Park is also easily accessible on
special arrangement through Njiro, Kivingo and Umba gates. The park can also be
easily accessed from the nearby existing tourist attractions in Eastern Arc
Mountains, The Coast and Kilimanjaro Mountain. Charter flights are available to
Kisima airstrip.
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