Katavi National Park is as dramatic as anywhere you'll ever visit in one lifetime - one of the greatest wildlife experiences of Africa. Miles from anywhere, it has an almost mythical status and a colossal density of mammals, from elephant and cheetah to crocodile and hippo. Almost everywhere you look, there's something grazing, bellowing, fighting, mating or hunting. Holing up at Chada Katavi, the only camp in a million wild acres, is a rather civilised event, the perfect retreat after a day of thrilling safari adventure and discovery on wheels or on foot. Creature comforts abound in this untamed world. Hidden in the acacia and tamarind trees are just six romantic roomy tents with fine wooden furniture, large shade net windows that let in light and air, and private de luxe bathrooms. Fabulous bush cuisine is served in your remote hideaway at dinnertime.
Chada Katavi
Fly to
Kilimanjaro (for Northern Tanzania), Dar es Salaam (for Selous, Ruaha, Zanzibar)
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes including transit stop
time difference
GMT +3 hours
Visas
Required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate required
Best time to travel
December - March, July - October
Weather
Due to Tanzania's proximity to the equator the climate is generally warm year round ranging between 25°C to 32°C, there are however regional variations. With two rain seasons, the 'short rains' fall between November and December whilst the 'long rains' between February and into early May. The best time to travel to Tanzania is between December and March and July and October.
Itineraries
Classic Tanzania & Zanzibar
Highlights - The world heritage site of Ngorongoro Crater; Huge herds of wildebeest and Zebra; Serengeti; Zanzibar's white sands... Read more ...
Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
Highlights - Reputed to be the easiest of the routes, Marangu is the most comfortable in terms of facilities and is considered to be one of the most scenic trails... Read more ...
Selous & Ruaha
Highlights -Take advantage of your lodge’s fantastic location by heading out on a walking, boating or jeep safari;take a flight to Ruaha National Park... Read more ...
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