Mkomazi National Park
Mkomazi National Park is a semi-arid park near the Pare and Usambara mountains, home to a rhino sanctuary and rare African wild dogs.
Altitude
230–1,600 m
Location
North-Eastern Tanzania
Best Time
June–October & December–March
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Mkomazi is an off-the-beaten-path park of acacia-commiphora bushland set against the backdrop of the Usambara and Pare mountains. It protects a black rhino sanctuary and a captive-breeding programme for the endangered African wild dog, both part of major conservation efforts.
Dry-country specialists such as gerenuk, oryx and lesser kudu roam here, alongside elephant and giraffe. Its proximity to Moshi and the Usambaras makes it a rewarding day trip for travellers wanting somewhere quieter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mkomazi National Park known for?
Mkomazi protects a black rhino sanctuary and an African wild dog breeding programme, plus dry-country species like gerenuk and oryx rarely seen elsewhere.
Can you visit Mkomazi as a day trip?
Yes — its location near Moshi and the Usambara Mountains makes Mkomazi a feasible and quiet day-trip safari.
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