Ibanda Game Reserve, Game reserve in northwestern Tanzania.
Ibanda-Kyerwa National Park is a wildlife protected area in northwestern Tanzania covering diverse terrain and wetland environments. The Kagera River cuts through the reserve, creating habitats that support multiple animal populations across grasslands and woodlands.
The area was first established as a game reserve in 1974 and received national park status in 2019. This upgrade strengthened protection and opened paths for development investments.
Local communities near the reserve maintain traditional practices while participating in conservation efforts to protect the natural heritage of the region.
Getting there requires a flight from Dar es Salaam to Bukoba Airport, then a road journey through variable conditions. Visitors should expect unpaved routes and allow extra travel time for the remote location.
The Tanzanian government allocated 3.9 billion shillings in 2024 for developing tourism facilities within this remote wildlife sanctuary.
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