Nyerere National Park is home to several species of wildlife with the big five present including large number of lions, wildebeests, giraffes, zebras, hippos, black rhinos, antelopes, hyenas, African wolves, wild dogs, and more. Nyerere National Park is a place of varied terrains; it contains woodlands, grasslands, river sandbanks, open plains, grass-covered swamps, and lowland forests. Inside Nyerere National Park, you will enjoy boat safaris along the mighty Rufiji River, adventurous walking safaris, and game drives; all activities are tailored to give you the best of Tanzania’s hidden gem – the Nyerere National Park.
Over 440 species of birds can be found here, particularly by the Rufiji river waters including African spoonbill, African wattled lapwing, yellow-billed storks, kingfishers, lapwings, colorful bee-eaters, and palm nut vultures.
| Destination | Gombe National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Western Tanzanania |
| Best Time to Visit | July to October (Best time to find chimps) |
| High Season | July to October (Gombe never gets crowded) |
| Best Weather | June to October (Little to no rainfall) |