ANIMALS IN NYERERE NATIONAL PARK: The vast Nyerere national park has a diverse rich vegetation which hosts a rich animal life with a variety of different animal species in large numbers that visitors to the park can easily spot roaming the vast park during their safari visit to the park.
These habitats include open savannah grasslands, woodlands, riverine forests, mashes, lakes and rivers, notably the mighty Rufiji River. On top of the animal life, Nyerere national park teems with over 400 bird species making it a good destination for birding safaris.
The Big (5) Five
This park is home to the most sought-after animals of Africa, that is the elephants, lions, buffalos, leopards and rhinos.
The black rhinos of Nyerere national park are a very rare sighting that requires patience. But the other 4 members of the Big 5 are easily seen around the park during game drives especially the elephants, buffalos and the king of the jungle, the lion.
Other notable animals in Nyerere national park include:
Hippos, Giraffes, Zebras, Waterbucks, Wildebeests, Spotted Hyenas, African wild dogs, Coke’s Hartebeests, Bushbucks, Crocodiles, Elands, Vervet monkeys. Red-tailed monkeys, Topis, Sable antelopes, Puku antelopes, Impalas, Kudus, Colobus monkeys, Porcupines, Bushbabies. Banded and Dwarf mongoose, Bat-eared foxes, Olive baboons, Gazelles, Honey badgers, Warthogs, Dik-diks, Klipspringer, Oribis among many others.
To spot the animals of Nyerere national park, go for:
- Game drives
- Boating safaris
- Guided walking safaris
- Hot air balloon safaris
The best time for wildlife viewing in Nyerere national park is during the dry season that runs from June to October.
Visit Nyerere National Park in Tanzania with these recommended Tanzania tour operators or inquire with us below to book your safari directly through this website.
