Tanzania's Nationalparks

Tanzania is known for its biodiversity and national parks. The Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) manages 23 parks, covering about 15% of the land, crucial for wildlife conservation and tourism.

Northern Parks

1. Serengeti National Park: Famous for the Great Migration of wildebeests and zebras.

2. Ngorongoro Crater: Known for its dense wildlife population including the Big Five.

3. Tarangire National Park: Known for elephant herds and baobab trees.

4. Lake Manyara National Park: Famous for tree-climbing lions.

5. Arusha National Park: Offers diverse landscapes.

Southern Parks

1. Nyerere National Park (Selous): Less frequented by tourists.

2. Ruaha National Park: Significant for its elephant populations.

3. Mikumi National Park: Accessible from Dar es Salaam.

Western Parks

1. Gombe Stream National Park: Known for its chimpanzee population.

2. Mahale Mountains National Park: Renowned for its scenery and chimpanzee trekking.

3. Katavi National Park: Known for large hippo populations.