Nyerere National Park is the largest stand alone park in Africa and one of the largest on the world covering 30,893 square kilometers. It borders Mikumi National Park to the northwest and the Udzungwa Mountains to the west, forming part of an expansive wilderness ecosystem. It is one of the most pristine wildernesses still remaining in Africa, with a wide variety of wildlife habitats, including open grasslands, Miombo woodlands, swamps and riverine forests in the many tributaries of the mighty Rufiji River which flows through the National Park to the Indian Ocean.
Nyerere Park boast the largest concentration of wild animals and rich collection of flora and fauna that is abundant and diverse. The park is home to Africa’s largest populations of buffalo, elephants, hippos, and crocodiles, along with some of the last remaining black rhinos on the continent. It is also a home for big cats like lions, cheetahs and leopards.
Despite its vast size, only a small portion of the park, approximately 6474.97 square kilometers, is open for safaris. This designated “photographic region” offers exceptional wildlife viewing and world-class opportunities for photography. The park also offers a wide variety of game viewing opportunities including the thrilling experience of a walking safari in the company of an armed ranger. The many waterways in the park provide an excellent natural setting for boat safaris, both for big game viewing and bird watching.
For bird lovers, Nyerere National Park is a paradise, boasting more than 350 bird species, including the goliath heron, African fish eagle, and various kingfishers, making it a dream destination for ornithologists and nature enthusiasts alike
The best time to visit is from June to October. During the long rains, between March and May, some parts of the park are temporarily closed for game drives due to poor accessibility.
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