WESTERN CIRCUIT
Katavi National Park
Africa's Ultimate Wilderness
Big 5
All Present
UNESCO
World Heritage
Best: May-October for dramatic wildlife concentrations
The Story
Africa's Iconic Wilderness
Katavi National Park is one of Africa's most remote and wildest parks. During the dry season, the Katuma River and seasonal lakes shrink, concentrating extraordinary numbers of hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo in dramatic spectacles.
The park sees very few visitors, offering a true wilderness experience. Walking safaris here are exceptional, and the night skies are some of the clearest in Tanzania. This is Africa as it was centuries ago.
Why Visit
Destination Highlights
200+ hippos in single pools
Thousands of buffalo herds
Very few tourists
True wilderness experience
Excellent walking safaris
Pristine night skies
Wildlife
Animals You'll Encounter
HippoCrocodileBuffaloLionElephantTopiRoan AntelopeWild Dog
Planning Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Katavi National Park offers remarkable wildlife viewing year-round, but each season brings its own unique spectacle. The dry season concentrates animals around water sources, while the wet season brings lush landscapes and newborn animals.
May-October for dramatic wildlife concentrations
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