Katavi
Filling the floor of the Rukwa Valley - a minor fault of the western rift - Katavi National Park spans over a million acres.
From the escarpments, fragile rivers run down through Tamarind, Fig and Albida forests to feed vast floodplains. Across these
plains run the last great herds of buffalo in East Africa. Hippopotamus mass along the creeks, grazing and sparring in the
high heat of the day; elephant shake fruit from the great borassus palms. This truly is the land of the megaherbivores.
Chada Katavi is situated in the core of Katavi National Park, reputed to be one of the wildest places on earth. From its
elevated vantage point on a peninsula that rises out of the miombo woodland, the camp is perfectly positioned for panoramic
views over the Chada plain.The canopy of acacias, kigelias and tamarinds are a popular source of shade and food for the
abundant bird and animal species that inhabit the region, creating world-class game viewing opportunities, almost without
you having to leave the camp. But the true wonder of Chada Katavi awaits when you venture out to meet the animals face
to face.
From Chada Katavi you can take your pick from game drives in open 4 wheel drive vehicles, walking with an armed guide, fly camping out for the night under the stars or simply enjoying soaking it all up from your tent veranda. With a maximum of 12 guests in camp at any time, you are guaranteed as much privacy and isolation as you wish.
Within Katavi lies an abundance of wildlife with huge herds of plains game spread across the flood plains and forests, rivers and escarpments. Predators are plentiful, especially lion and leopard, and birdlife is prolific.
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