Park type
National Park
Region
Pwani
Size
1,062 km²
Elevation
0-200 meters
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Why visit Saadani
Tanzania's only wildlife sanctuary bordering the Indian Ocean, combining beach and bush safari.
Ecosystem & vegetation
Beaches, mangrove forests, salt flats, acacia woodlands, riverine forests, grasslands, Wami River system. Coastal mangrove forests, acacia woodlands, palm trees, riverine vegetation, coastal dune vegetation.
Best time to visit
Year-round; June to October for wildlife; November to February for turtles
Getting there & practical
Access
Accessible by road from Dar es Salaam (2.5-3 hours). Also by boat along coast or Wami River.
Opening hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily