Ruaha National Park is the second largest wildlife territory in the southern outbacks of Tanzania, only preceded by the great Selous Game Reserve. Pongo Safaris caters for both adventurous and luxurious wildlife safaris to Ruaha National Park, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice within the Ruaha wildlife terrains. Below are brief details on the park and the activities you may indulge in at Ruaha during your exotic wildlife safari in the southern terrains of Tanzania.

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Ruaha National Park
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                Est: 1964
               Area: 20,380sq.km
           Location: 7º45'S, 35º40'E
           Altitude: 750-1,900m asl
           Distance: 120 km. 2-3hrs.  From Iringa
                     330 km. 5-6hrs.  From Mikumi National Park
                     502 km. 9-10hrs. From Dar-Es-Salaam

Best times to visit: Mid May-December:(Fauna)
                        January-April:(Aero-fauna & Flora)

Major attractions

The Great Ruaha River, hippos & crocodiles, over 544 species of birds recorded, both native & migratory birds from the north and south, extensive variety of Antelopes including Eland, lesser & greater Kudu, Roan & Sable, Impalas and many more. A large concentration of game including the African hunting dogs,leopards, lions, cheetahs & elephants amongst many more species. A large number of the African sacred baobab trees, miombo woodlands, Rift Valley (escarpment), great climate and wonderful scenery.

Activities:
-Photography
-Camping
-Game Viewing
-Bird Watching
-Adventure Walks
-Community Tourism (around the villages near the park and in Iringa Region)

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Mikumi National Park, is a plain of wonders, a haven for wildlife photographers and the closest wildlife terrain from Dar Es Salaam. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious safaris in Mikumi national park, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice within the Mikumi wildlife terrains. Below are brief details on the park and the activities you may indulge in at Mikumi during your exotic wildlife safari in the southern terrains of Tanzania.

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Mikumi National Park
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                Est: 1964
               Area: 3,230sq.km
           Location: 7º00':7º50'S, 37º00':37º30'E
           Altitude: 430-2,270m asl
           Distance: 295 km. 3-4hrs. From Dar-Es-Salaam
                     330 km. 5-6hrs. From Ruaha National Park
Best time to visit: September-March

Major attractions
Habitat Mosaic(Woodland, Open Woodland, wooded grassland, riverine)
Mkata Flood plains, Malundwe Afro Mountains habitat.
Over 450 species of birds (native & migratory), Maasai & Reticulate
Giraffe, Elephant & Wild Dog are few amongst a staggering range of large
game species. The Mtambiko hill (historical place of worship for the Vidunda tribe).
Beautiful scene of the Eastern Arc mountains surrounding
the plains.

Activities
-Camping
-Game Viewing
-Bird Watching
-Wildlife Photography
-Community tourism (Morogoro Region)

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Udzungwa Mountains National Park, is the adventure trekker’s paradise of southern outbacks Tanzania, and it is a mere 2 hours drive from the grand plains of mikumi national park. Pongo safaris caters for adventurous trekking safaris in Udzungwa Mountains national park, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice within the Udzungwa wildlife terrains. Below are brief details on the park and the activities you may indulge in at Udzungwa Mountains during your exotic wildlife safari in the southern terrains of Tanzania.

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Udzungwa Mountains National Park
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               Est: 1992
              Area: 1990sq.km
          Location: 7º48'S, 30º41'E
          Altitude: 200-2,579m asl
          Distance: 350 km. 6hrs.   From Dar-Es-Salaam
                     65 km. 2hrs.   From Mikumi National Park
Best time to visit: March-May

Major attractions:
Montane Forest, Mountain Scenery, extraordinary biodiversity,
waterfalls, remarkable range of plant species of which 160 of
the species have medicinal value and are used locally, incredible
variety of insect species, rare primates, over 250 species of birds
of which most are rare and native only to the region, sacred place
of worship to the mountain God ‘Bokela’ for the native tribe,
Mwanavule Cave, Large Mammals, hiking trails, cultural & historical
sites.

Activities:
-Photography
-Bird Watching
-Primate tracking
-Adventure Trekking
-Swimming
-Camping
-Community Tourism (Morogoro Region)

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Selous Game Reserve, is perhaps the most beautiful wildlife conservation areas the world has to offer, with such an extensive variety of flora, fauna, Aero-fauna and aqua-fauna present in it’s terrains and such a large amount of land dedicated to it, it is simply next to none. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious safaris in Selous Game Reserve, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice within the Selous wildlife terrains. Below are brief details on the reserve and the activities you may indulge in at Selous during your exotic wildlife safari in the southern terrains of Tanzania.

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Selous Game reserve
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               Est: 1905
              Area: 54,600 sq.km
          Location: 9º00'S, 37º24'E
          Altitude: 100-1200m asl
          Distance: 250 km. 4-5hrs. From Dar-Es-Salaam
                    396 km. 5-6hrs. From Mikumi National Park
Best time to visit: June - March

Major attractions:

The largest of the few remaining wilderness sanctuaries in Africa. Dynamic ecosystem dominated by Miombo woodlands, the riverine ground water forests, swamps and lowland rainforests. The mighty Rufiji River boasting the largest crocodile & hippo population. The Big Five with Africa’s highest concentration of elephant and the Wild dog (African hunting dog). A large number of game including the lion, leopard, cheetah, black rhino, buffalo and the wildebeest amongst many more species and over 350 bird species have been recorded.

Activities:
-Photography
-Bird Watching
-Game Viewing
-Boat Safaris (Rufiji River)
-Adventure Walks
-Camping
-Community Tourism (Pwani Region)

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Zanzibar Islands (Unguja & Pemba), are the most celebrated and perhaps the most exotic islands near main land East Africa. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious island safaris ashore Zanzibar islands, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice in Zanzibar. Below are brief details on the islands and the activities you may indulge in at Zanzibar during your exotic island/beach safari ashore the Islands of Zanzibar & Mafia, Tanzania.

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Zanzibar Islands
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       Terrestrial: Islands
              Area: 2,643sq.km
          Location: 6°8′S 39°19′E
          Altitude: 0m-120m asl
          Distance: 25min Flight           From Dar-Es-Salaam
                     2hrs Speed boat-Sail  From Dar-Es-Salaam

Best time to visit: Anytime!

Major attractions:
Jozani national park, historical & cultural values,
white sanded beaches, marine life, social festivals.
fruits & spices, Zanzibar Marine Reserve.

Activities:
-Photography
-Beach leisure
-Marine Activities:
(Diving, Snorkeling, Water-sports, Marine life interaction)
-Community Tourism
-Ceremonial excursions: Weddings, Honeymoons, Anniversaries

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Mafia Island, has probably been the most well kept secret from those who seek an instance in paradise. The tranquility of Mafia island together with it’s vast marine life make it a marine lover’s heaven at first sight. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious island safaris ashore Mafia islands, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice in Mafia. Below are brief details on the Island and the activities you may indulge in at Mafia during your exotic island/marine safari ashore the Islands of Zanzibar & Mafia, Tanzania.

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Mafia Island
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       Terrestrial: Island
              Area: 413sq.km
          Location: 7°51′S 39°47′E
          Altitude: 1m asl (ave. elevation)
          Distance: 30min Flight           From Dar-Es-Salaam

Best time to visit: Anytime!

Major attractions:

Mafia Island Marine Park, Historical & cultural values, white
sanded beaches.

Activities:

-Photography
-Beach Leisure
-Marine Activities:
(Diving, Snorkeling, Fishing on ‘Dhows’, Marine life Interactions)
-Ceremonial excursions: Weddings, Honeymoons, Anniversaries

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Saadani, is the only national park in Tanzania that fronts onto the indian ocean. It is perhaps the only place in the world where you might stumble upon sea turtle tracks alongside Lion tracks on the same sanded beaches of the indian ocean, and so is Saadani as exclusive, mysterious & exotic as it may seem. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious safaris along the coastal wildlife territory of Saadani, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice at Saadani. Below are brief details on the park and the activities you may indulge in at Saadani during your exotic coastal safari along the coastal regions of Tanzania.

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Saadani
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       Terrestrial: Coast (mainland, Tanzania)
              Area: 1100sq.km
          Location: 6°00′S 38°45′E
          Altitude: 0-350m asl
          Distance: 40km From Zanzibar (Unguja)
                    45km From Bagamoyo

Best time to visit:

Major attractions:
One of the few wildlife sanctuaries bordering the sea
Unique combination of both marine and mainland flora and fauna
Historically and culturally fascinating setting
Elephants bathe in the Indian Ocean off the Park’s coast
Green turtles to Saadani Beaches to breed
Black and white colobus monkeys are spotted in Zaraninge Forest.
Roosevelt Sable Antelope are easily spotted
Hippos and Crocodiles in Wami River
Flamingos frolic around Wami River
Ruins from old colonial houses and graves

Activities:
-Game drives
-Camping
-Beach Relaxation
-Foot Safaris
-Boat Safaris

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Dar Es Salaam, to see the old & new agree to a harlequin and peaceful structure of society and scenery is really something! An international trade city of Tanzania since the sands of the Sultans, Indian Ocean Monsoon Traders, and late East African colonial regimes. Dar Es Salaam is a land of peace, a land of love, a land of color and your port to the harbors of mystery and captivating history. Pongo Safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious expeditions along the coastal region of Dar Es Salaam, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice at Dar Es Salaam. Below are brief details on the City and the activities you may indulge in at Dar Es Salaam during your exotic coastal safari along the coastal regions of Tanzania.

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Dar Es Salaam
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       Terrestrial: Coast (Mainland, Tanzania)
              Area: 1,590.5sq km
          Location: 6°48′S, 39°17′E
          Altitude: 0m - 70m asl
          Distance: To Zanzibar

Best time to visit: Anytime!

Major attractions:
The People and culture, The Crystal Clear Indian Ocean
White Sandy Beaches, Marine life and the Islets
Historical Buildings and Monuments, Botanical Gardens
National Museum, Village Museum, Handcrafts, Carvings and Curio Markets
Tinga Tinga Paintings, Kariakoo Market!

Activities:
- Sight Seeing & Shopping
- City Breaks to the nearest Islands, Parks & Historical
- Night outs to restaurants, bars, cinemas and dance
- Traditional Dances
- Water Sports & Beach Relaxations

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa 

Kilwa -“Amongst the most beautiful of cities, and the most elegantly built.”- Battuta, 1331- once ruled by Sultan Al Hassan ibn Suleiman, is a fascinating insight into the world of the Ancient. More so Kilwa has the most exotic & mysterious marine life ever seen on east african shores inhabiting the indian ocean. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious safaris along the coastal region of Kilwa, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice at Kilwa. Below are brief details on the city and the activities you may indulge in at Kilwa during your exotic coastal safari along the coastal regions of Tanzania.

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Kilwa
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       Terrestrial: Coast (Mainland, Tanzania) / Island
              Area: .sq.km
          Location: 8° 57′ 28″ S, 39° 31′ 22″ E
          Altitude: 0 - ±100m asl
          Distance: 40min Flight From Dar Es Salaam

Bast time to visit:

Major attractions:

Famous for the UNESCO world heritage “Kilwa Ruins”; Clear
blue waters full of life; White sandy beaches; Birdlife in the
Mangroves; Hippos.
 
Activities:

-Swimming
- Snorkeling
- Scuba Diving
- Boat rides in the mangroves and up to a river with
resident hippos
- Sport fishing (trolling, popping, deep jigging)
- Guided Tour of the Kilwa Ruins,

Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa