It’s the only National Park within the city limits.The island was named after Mzee Saanane Chawandi, a local farmer and fisherman.
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Saanane Island National Park is Tanzania’s smallest national park and the first located on an island, situated in Lake Victoria. Covering only 2.18 square kilometers, it hosts wildlife like zebras, impalas, and various bird species. Its location near Mwanza makes it a unique destination for both wildlife and scenic lake views.
Saanane Island National Park has a tropical climate, influenced by its location on Lake Victoria. Temperatures are generally warm, ranging from 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F) throughout the year. The park experiences two rainy seasons: the long rains from March to May and the short rains in October and November. The dry season, from June to September, is the best time for wildlife viewing, as animals are more easily spotted near water sources.
The Park can be reached by rail, ship, air or by road followed by a boat trip to Saanane.
Road and boat: One can drive to Mwanza from Dar-es-salaam, Kigoma, Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Tabora or by ferry from Uganda, Kenya, Bukoba and nearby islands. It takes short boat ride about 10m from Mwanza to Saanane
Air: A flight from dar-es-salaam or Kilimanjaro International Airport to Mwanza.
The Island is a home to free roaming mammals such as zebra, impala, rock hyrax, velvet monkey and wild cat. It’s the only place in Tanzania where you might encounter the De-brazza’s monkey.
Saanane Island National Park hosts a modest but diverse wildlife population. It is home to species such as zebras, impalas, and rock hyraxes, along with various reptiles like monitor lizards and snakes. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, with many bird species inhabiting the island. Its location on Lake Victoria provides opportunities to observe aquatic life, including fish and water birds, adding to its unique ecological diversity.
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