Ibanda-Kyerwa National Park Explained

Ibanda-Kyerwa National Park
Iucn Category:II
Established:2019
Coordinates:-1.19°N 30.57°W
Map:Tanzania
Relief:yes

The Ibanda-Kyerwa National Park, previously Ibanda Game Reserve, is a national park in Tanzania. Originally established in 1974, it was designated a national park in 2019. The national park is located in Kagera Region and has an area of . The park is rich in wildlife attractions and sunrise and sunset are easily seen.[1] Animals found in this national park include hippos, antelopes, Thomson gazelles, impalas, elands, and baboons. The park can be reached by flight from Dar es Salaam Airport to Bukoba Airport and then by road from Bukoba town to the park.[2]

The rainy season is between January and April.[3]

Kagera River is the main source of water for this park and nourishes its rich resources.

Hunting safaris are the most common activities in this area.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: News TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS. 2020-11-11. www.tanzaniaparks.go.tz.
  2. http://www.wdpa.org/siteSheet.aspx?sitecode=7884 World Database on Protected Areas
  3. Web site: Ibanda Game Reserve. 2020-11-11. Tanzania Zalendo. en-US.
  4. Web site: Ibanda Kyerwa Park. 2020-11-11. Bright African Safaris. en-US.