Saadani National Park
Saadani National Park is the perfect union of beach and bush. Located just 70
km north of Bagamoyo and immediately accessible by paved road from Dar es Salaam, Saadani has
recently become a fully protected national park and is a popular day-trip from beach
resorts scattered along Tanzania’s northern coast. The Wami River, which passes
through Saadani National Park and empties into the Indian Ocean, hosts a
large population of hippos, crocodiles, flamingos, and many large
bird species. Elephants are often viewed bathing and playing
on Saadani’s beach, especially in the early hours
of the morning.
A good choice for visitors based in Dar es Salaam who don’t have time for
longer safaris to visit more remote parks around the country, Saadani is easily visited on
a day trip or short weekend safari. It’s elephant population frolics in the sands and
sometimes ventures into the crashing surf, which alone makes Saadani one of the
more special and unique parks to visit in Tanzania. No road access from Dar es Salaam along the coast – follow the surfaced Moshi road for 160km (100 miles), then 60km (36 miles) on dirt.
Road access from Tanga and Pangani except after heavy rain. 4x4 required.
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