Rhino & African Wild Dog Conservation Safari

📍 Mkomazi National park 🗓️ 3 days

Tour Overview

This 3 Days and 2 Nights Black Rhino & African Wild Dog Sanctuary Safari takes you to one of Tanzania’s most unique conservation areas — Mkomazi National Park, home to protected black rhinos and one of Africa’s most important wild dog breeding projects. Experience close-up encounters with endangered species, dramatic landscapes, volcanic hills, and rich birdlife.
A perfect short safari for conservation lovers, families, and wildlife photographers.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arusha – Mkomazi National Park

Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive toward Mkomazi National Park, located near the Pare and Usambara Mountains.
Arrive for an afternoon game drive where you can spot elephants, giraffes, hartebeests, zebras, and the park’s rich birdlife.
Check into your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Mkomazi Rhino Lodge / Babu’s Camp
Day 2 Black Rhino Sanctuary & Wild Dog Center

Early morning visit to the Black Rhino Sanctuary, where you get the rare opportunity to see protected black rhinos living in a secure environment designed for breeding and conservation.
After lunch, visit the African Wild Dog Breeding Center, one of the most successful wild dog conservation programs in East Africa.
Enjoy a sunset game drive before returning to the lodge.

Day 3 Mkomazi National Park – Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive as you exit the park.
Later, drive back to Arusha and continue with your onward arrangements or depart to the airport.

What's Included

All accommodation & meals as per itinerary
2 nights’ stay inside/near Mkomazi
All conservation & entrance fees
4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Rhino Sanctuary visit
Wild Dog Conservation Center visit
Unlimited game drives
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Bottled drinking water during safari
Government taxes
Airport transfers (if needed)

What's Excluded

International flights
Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, etc.)
Tips ($20 per person/day recommended)
Travel insurance
Visa fees

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