Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Mkomazi National Park Safari with Rhinos and Birdwatching

1 Day Round trip from Moshi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Watch rhinos at close range at Mkomazi National Park through the electric fence erected around two areas where they reside
  • 02 Indulge in bird-watching in one of the best areas for it, with over 400 recorded species
  • 03 Enjoy a game drive in a spectacular wilderness within sight of Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 04 See migratory herds of elephant, oryx, and zebra in a major protected ecosystem shared with Tsavo

The Mkomazi National Park is a spectacular wilderness within sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, with the Pare and Usambara Mountains creating a dramatic backdrop. To the north, Tsavo National Park shares a border with Mkomazi, creating common ground for migratory herds of elephant, oryx, and zebra during the wet season. Together with Tsavo, it forms one of the largest and most important protected ecosystems on earth.

The Mkomazi National Park is a spectacular wilderness within sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, with the Pare and Usambara Mountains creating a dramatic backdrop.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mkomazi National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Moshi to Mkomazi National Park Game Drive

  • Starting point (06:00 - 07:00): Your hotel, Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. We will have a short briefing about the tour before leaving for Mkomazi National Park.

  • Enjoy a game drive until late afternoon to spot rhinos, wild dogs, and about 450 species of birds.

  • Ending point (19:00 - 23:00): Hotel or airport drop-off, Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

Mkomazi National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop, Pare and Usambara Mountains

Where this trip takes you

Mkomazi National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop, Pare and Usambara Mountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Moshi 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with a photographic roof
  • Services of a professional guide and chef
  • All wildlife reserve entry fees
  • All camping gear (please come with your own sleeping bags)
  • 3 meals a day during the trip
  • All game drives, as mentioned
  • Transfer from the airport and drop-off
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)
  • Concession/camping fees

What's Not Included

  • International airfare and flights
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and beverages at the camp
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees

What to bring

  • Layered, versatile clothing
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun protection
  • Medical kit
  • Toiletries
  • Day bag
  • Gadgets
  • Binoculars

Know before you go

  • Tanzania is the ultimate safari destination.
  • Get ready for a bumpy ride.
  • Safaris are not dangerous as long as you don't get out of the car.
  • Safari guides are experts at finding animals.
  • You will see lots of animals, but maybe not every type of animal.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Your hotel
Tour start
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Moshi.

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