National park

Katavi National Park

Remote floodplains and woodland where western Tanzania opens into wide safari country.
Katavi National Park — Tanzania

A closer look

Katavi National Park lies in western Tanzania. Its seasonal floodplains, waterways and miombo woodland support a broad range of wildlife, with the landscape changing strongly between wet and dry conditions.

This is a destination to give time and space. Build the safari around a suitable camp, allowing for remote access and a relaxed rhythm of game drives. Katavi can complement the forest and lakeshore landscapes of western Tanzania.

Best time to visit

The season affects water, wildlife distribution and access. Coordinate dates with the camp and current park conditions.

Getting here

Travel by planned regional or charter flight, or a longer road journey through western Tanzania. Confirm seasonal connections in advance.

Your kind of escape.

Your interests. Your companions. Your pace. Let us shape the details around you.

A few moments to look forward to

Seasonal floodplains

See how changing water levels shape the park’s scenery and wildlife distribution.

Miombo woodland

Explore another habitat within Katavi’s varied western Tanzania landscape.

Remote safari horizons

Plan enough time for the journey and a relaxed stay in this remote setting.

Journeys that take you here

A starting point for your own story. Each journey can be shaped around you.

Mahale Mountains National Park — Tanzania
12 Days
11 nights

Western Tanzania, Forest & Plains

Tanzania
Follow Lake Tanganyika’s forested shores through Gombe and Mahale, then discover the wide plains of Katavi.
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Per person

Stay a little closer

Places to stay in or near this destination, selected to fit the route and rhythm of your journey.

Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge — Katavi National Park
Katavi National Park, Tanzania

Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge

Safari tents overlooking the Katisunga plains in Katavi, with a relaxed main lounge and broad views of the surrounding wilderness.

Let’s plan your time here.

Share your dates and what draws you here. We’ll help shape a visit around you.