Destination
The area was proposed to be up graded into a National Park status so as to regain wildlife population and secure their land from other incompatible uses.
Mkomazi’ comes from Pare vernacular: one of the biggest tribes in the Kilimanjaro Region in Northern Tanzania, meaning ‘The source of water’. Indeed as the name befits, the only permanent and reliable source of water in Mkomazi National Park is the Umba River which also forms the boundary to the South – East of the protected area.
The National Park was established as a Game Reserve in 1951 after the Ruvu Game Reserve was degazetted. Its purpose is to sustainably utilize and preserve flora and fauna through tourism, game hunting, and wildlife viewing. You’ll be pleased to know an incredible range of plant species. Park. And fauna, including the Gerenuk, has a large and visible population. The park is also home to endangered species like the Black Rhino and Wild Dogs.
There are many species of mammals, such as lions, cheetahs, elephants, and zebras. The area also has reptiles, including crocodiles and bird species such as eagles, ostriches, and flamingos. Additionally, the landscape is scenic, with mountains and acacia commiphora woodland.