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Wildlife lovers to choose between two very different safari routes, as the northern and southern chains. The contrast is obvious topographical, life and climate. In the northern Tanzania safari circuit, which I talked about in another article, you will visit such famous wildlife paradise of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara. South safari route established in Dar es Salaam and covers Ruaha, Mikumi, Udzungwa Mountains National Parks and Selous Game Reserve. South circuit is more cautious, less accessible and less traffic. Adventure lovers and those who seek closer contact with some of the most complex ecosystems in Africa, will be awarded. Here you can view the variety of new ways to play, like walking, horse riding and boating. If you do not have the privilege of getting up close to their natural habitat for wildlife, it is exciting and refreshing experience. This meeting, the park authorities shall require that an armed ranger to accompany you. It is therefore not as dangerous as it may seem at first glance. Mikumi flood plain is the dominant feature of the park, which is bordered on one side to the Uluguru Mountains and the other on the Lumango range. Mikumi Selous Game Reserve is the northern border and is part of the vast desert ecosystem, covering 75,000 square kilometers. Open grasslands stretch of plains, forests and miombo cover Higher Ground. The park is accessible year round, unlike the southern chain of temples. For Mikuni from Dar, spend 4 hours on the road, or 1 hour by air. Budget travelers by bus park gate, from where game drives. There are a limited number of luxury accommodation in tented camps and present, and three campsites. If you find yourself with a weekend, this is where you head off to see the wildlife. 1990 square kilometers Udzungwa Mountains National Park is 348 km further west and 65 km southwest of Mikumi. Mountains in the Eastern Arc Mountains, which comes from the southeast part of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park is unique in Tanzania, was established primarily to preserve the plant life. Pristine mountain forest habitat is home to many rare plants. There are six species of primates, of which two species are endemic - Iringa Red Colobus monkey and Crested Mangabey Sanya. Plateau area, you will find elephants, lions, hunting dogs and buffalo, although not as much as some other parks in Tanzania. Birds are also good here, but in fact the park is seen as one of Africa's most important bird sanctuaries. Scientists have recently come across at least four previously unknown species of birds. Best time to visit is during the dry season from June to October. Hiking trails during the wet season is slippery, which can be quite a nuisance. Ruaha National Park is named after him right at the heart of the Great Ruaha River. 12.950 sq km occupies, is the second largest national park in Tanzania and the largest elephant sanctuary. Home of many crocodiles and hippos,, Great Ruaha draws many thirsty Waterbuck, Leopard, Buffalo, reedbuck, wild dog, lion and Hyena its banks. Plain animals such as zebra, greater and lesser kudu, sable and roan antelope, impala and giraffe found extending from the edge of the river plains. Topography is an acceptable walking and walking safaris are allowed. Wet season months of March April and October, November and peaks of the bird population in the park is 370 species of birds, including some Eurasian migrants. Vegetation is very diverse and prosper with more than 1,650 plant species. Ruaha has the unique distinction of plant and animal life found in both the Eastern and Southern Africa. The climate here is hot and dry and temperatures can reach 40 ° C in October. For latest Tanzania News, visit tanzaniainvest.
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