Mikumi National Park

Mikumi National Park it is Morogoro Tanzania, was established in 1964 with an area of 1070 square Kilometers when it reaches in 1975 an area extended up to 3,230 square kilometers this is a recent area the is the fourth largest National park in Tanzania The park is crossed by Tanzania A-7 highway Mikumi national park bordered the south with the Selous Game reserve the two areas forming a unique ecosystem. Two other areas bordering the national park are the Udzungwa Mountains and Ukugulu Mountains.

The landscape of Mikumi is often compared to that park divides it into two areas with partially distinct environments. The area northwest is characterized by the alluvial plain of the river basin Mkata. The vegetation of this area consists of Savanna dotted with acacia, baobab, tamarinds, and some rare palm.

In this are, at the furthermost from the road, there are spectacular rock formations of the mountains Rubeho and Uluguru. The southeast part of the park is less rich in wildlife, and not very accessible. Mikumi It is the best place for a game drive and you may stay overnight in the park either in the tents or in the lodges inside the park.