About Katavi National Park
Katavi National Park is for travellers who want to experience Africa away from the crowds. Located in western Tanzania, Katavi is one of the country’s most remote and untouched safari destinations, with wide open plains, seasonal rivers, woodland and an impressive concentration of wildlife.
This is not a park you visit simply to tick off a list. Katavi is about space, silence and the feeling of having the wilderness almost to yourself.
With View Travel Wild, we design private Katavi safaris around your travel style, combining excellent wildlife viewing with comfortable camps, experienced local guides and the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Location
Western Tanzania between Lake Tanganyika and Lake Rukwa, near the town of Mpanda.
Best Time to Visit
The best time for a Katavi safari is generally during the dry season, from June to October.
As water becomes scarce, wildlife concentrates around rivers and remaining waterholes, making animals easier to find and creating excellent game-viewing opportunities.
How to Reach
The most practical way to reach the park is usually by scheduled or private charter flight from another destination in Tanzania. Depending on your itinerary, Katavi can be combined with other western or southern Tanzania destinations.
Wildlife
Wildlife viewing changes with the seasons, but the dry months can be particularly rewarding as animals gather around permanent water sources.
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