Highlights
What We Love
- A safari one the most remote and under-visited national parks in Tanzania
- Seeing the biggest herds of buffalo in the country – and their lion stalkers
- Watching flocks of pelicans fly over the pristine Katisunga plains
When To Visit
Peak Season: June to October
Predator-prey interaction heats up as leopards and lions ambush hippo and buffalo at the remaining waterholes
Green Season: November to December – annual short rains March to May – annual long rains
Lake Rukwa is home to pods of hippos up to 200 strong and smaller seasonal lakes fill up to attract aquatic birds
Overview
Jetting into the Ikuu airstrip is like transporting yourself to another world. Lying in south-western Tanzania, Katavi National Park is the country’s third largest and home to woodlands, the Katisunga plains, riverine forest and ephemeral lakes. Huge herds of inscrutable buffalo are hunted by fearless prides of lion; massive pods of hippo have territorial fights as high season comes around. This is a truly wild place and you’ll be among the few to experience it.
Tranquil Katavi Lodge is a thatched haven with everything you need for a comfortable safari, including Internet access and an azure swimming pool. Take a drive to the historic tamarind tree connected to Katabi, a legendary tribal hunter and the inspiration for Katavi’s name.
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Lounge
- Dining room
- Private vehicle
- Bar
- Library
- Charging facilities
- Laundry service
- Internet access
Tent Features
- Indoor shower
- Deck
- Beverage station
- Lounge
Activities
- Game drives
- Night drives
- Birding