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East Africa is home to some of the world’s most diverse and wildlife-rich national parks, offering incredible safari experiences. Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda each have protected areas filled with iconic animals like lions, elephants, gorillas, and zebras. From the vast savannas of the Serengeti and Masai Mara to the dense forests of Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park, these parks provide unique opportunities to experience nature up close. Whether you’re drawn to the Great Migration, gorilla trekking, or scenic landscapes, the national parks in these countries offer unforgettable adventures.
Lake Eyasi, a shallow seasonal soda lake, lies in the southwestern part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, northern
Mikumi National Park, nestled in southern Tanzania, stands as a premier wildlife sanctuary within the expansive Selous ecosystem.
Mahale Mountains National Park, located in western Tanzania along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, is a remote and
Udzungwa Mountain National Park, nestled in south-central Tanzania, is a biodiverse gem within the Eastern Arc Mountains. Spanning
Location and History of Zanzibar Island Zanzibar Island is an archipelago off the east coast of Africa, part
Africa’s Highest Peak Mount Kilimanjaro, located in northeastern Tanzania, stands as Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,341
Located approximately 180 kilometers (112 miles) north of Nairobi, Aberdare National Park is both conveniently reachable and strategically
Queen Elizabeth National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is a stunning wildlife reserve. It covers approximately 1,978 square
Volcanoes National Park, easily accessible from Rwanda’s capital Kigali, located only 80kms away. Volcanoes is a stunningly beautiful
Laikipia sprawling on the edge of the Northern Frontier, the Laikipia Plateau stretches from the slopes of Mt
Chyulu Hills National Park, tucked away between Tsavo West National Park and Amboseli National Parks, Chyulu Hills National
Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and the second-largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area,
Lake Tanganyika, located in East Africa, is the world’s second-largest and second-deepest freshwater lake. Spanning four countries—Tanzania, the
Samburu National Reserve, located in northern Kenya, is a wildlife-rich area characterized by its stunning landscapes and unique
Location and Accessibility Amboseli National Park, located in southern Kenya, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse
Nairobi National Park, established in 1946, is a unique wildlife reserve located just 7 kilometers from Nairobi’s city
Kidepo Valley National Park, located in the remote northeastern corner of Uganda, close by the borders of South
Nyungwe Forest National Park nestled in the southern region of Rwanda, Nyungwe Forest serves as a vibrant sanctuary