Discover Mkomazi National Park
The Mkomazi National Park is a magnificent, 3,245 square kilometer national park in northern Tanzania. Remote and initially inaccessible, it was established in 1951, but never attracted the financial support provided for the better-known wildlife strongholds such as the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Serengeti National Parks.
Only since 1989, when the Tanzanian Government re-examined the reserve’s status and designated it a National Priority Project, has its true significance and importance been recognized. From 2021, the Rhino sanctuary can be visited by tourists. Nowadays it is well accessible. From Mambo View Point, it is only a half-hour drive to the Kamakota entrance.
Mkomazi is the southern tip of the Sahel zone. It is a classic dry-country reserve of grey-green nyika bush, ancient baobab trees, and isolated rocky hills. Elsewhere, the seas of bush give way to open savannah woodlands of umbrella acacias and mbugas – shallow valleys of grassland.
Why go on safari in Mkomazi National Park
The animals, too, are typical of the arid Nyika. Giraffes, oryx, gerenuk, hartebeest, lesser kudu, eland, impala, and Grant’s gazelle share the reserve with elephant, buffalo, and numerous predators, including lion, leopard, and cheetah. In all, 78 species of mammals have been recorded.
The birds of Mkomazi are even more numerous, with over 400 recorded species. Doves, hornbills, weavers, and guinea-fowl are all present in large numbers, as well as such striking species as the martial eagle and violet wood-hoopoe.
Mkomazi National Park Entry Fees
Mkomazi National Park Entrance fee
Below are the Mkomazi National Park entry fees for 2024
| Citizen | Resident | Non-Resident |
| Adults TSH | Child TSH | Adults USD | Child USD | Adults USD | Child USD |
| NA | NA | 15 | 5 | 30 | 10 |
Please note the rates are subject to change.
How to Pay for Mkomazi National Park Fees
How do you pay for Mkomazi National Park Fees? To pay for Park Fees, you will have to visit the Tanapa Account, create an account, and select Mkomazi National Park to pay for the park fees.
- Online Payment:
Some parks allow online payment of park entrance fees, and some do not. Always check official websites for updated data on how to pay your park fees online.
You can generate a permit ticket at the park entrance gates and pay using your preferred payment method like credit card or M-pesa.
2. Payment at Park Gates:
Some parks accept payments at the entrance via mobile money or credit cards. Always ask your Tour operator, our team member, or the national park authority to check if you can pay at the park gates.
Most National Parks accept major credit cards like Visa and Mastercard. American Express is not recommended.
Most national parks do not accept Cash payments; if it happens they do, then it should be in both Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) or USD.
Best Time to Visit Mkomazi National Park
When to Visit Mkomazi National Park for safaris
Generally, Tanzania is best to visit in the dry-season months of July – October when the parks are dry, and wildlife viewing is dramatic, easy, and action-packed.
1st April to June 15th and 15th Nov to 15th Dec
If you are looking for an intimate, exclusive safari but an affordable Kenya Safari, this is the best time to visit. The best places to visit include the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, and Lake Nakuru, among many others.
Jan 10th to 1st April and 1st Nov to 15th Dec
One of the most considered seasons to travel and visit East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Easy to spot the big five and the big cats of the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Samburu, and other major parks.
15th June to 30th Oct, 15th Dec to 10th Jan
An action-filled season to witness the great wildebeest migration and crossings in Kenya is during this season. In case you are looking for the best adventures, then this is the best fit for you.
How to Get to Mkomazi National Park
By Road
Mkomazi National Park is located in the northeastern part of Tanzania, approximately 120 km from Moshi and about 160 km from Arusha. The most common route to reach Mkomazi is via the Moshi-Arusha Road. From Moshi, you can drive for about 2 to 3 hours to reach the park’s entrance. If traveling from Arusha, the drive is about 3 to 4 hours. You can also hire a taxi or rent a car for the journey. Once on the main road, the access roads to the park are in decent condition, though a 4×4 vehicle is recommended for easier navigation through the park’s terrain, especially during the rainy season.
By Air
The nearest airport to Mkomazi National Park is the Kilimanjaro International Airport, which is about 150 km from the park. From there, you can take a chartered flight to a nearby airstrip, such as Mkomazi Airstrip (if available), or continue by road from the airport to the park. Road transfers from the airport to the park typically take about 2.5 to 3 hours.
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