Discover Tanzania! Kitulo Plateau has over 350 species of plants documented to date. These include 45 species of orchids; 31 species endemic to Tanzania; 26 to Kitulo Plateau. The Plateau is home to important bird species including the blue swallow, Denham’s bustard, Njombe Cisticola& Kipengere Seedeater. It is also home to the World’s rarest butterflies.
Information on the Park:
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[li]Established 2005.[/li]
[li]412.9 Square Km (156.902 Sq. Miles).[/li]
[li]Ranges from 2,000 to 2,900 meter above sea level[/li]
[li]Has two defined seasons – Dry season from June to mid-October; Wet season from late October to May. June to August is cold and foggy.[/li]
[li]Kitulo Plateau is the major source of water for the Great Ruaha River.[/li]
[li]Located Southern Tanzania. 100 Kms from Mbeya Town.[/li]
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What you will experience in Kitulo Plateau National Park
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[li]Chilly, high plateau of vast open grassland.[/li]
[li]The open montane grassland is unique environment for Tanzania.[/li]
[li]The great Flora spectacle of the World.[/li]
[li]Endemic species of plants and animals.[/li]
[li]A heaven for nature-loving tourists specializing in plants.[/li]
[li]Superb scenery of open grassland, rolling hills, waterfall.[/li]
[li]Closeness to nature – Guided hiking.[/li]
[li]Wildflower displays peak between December and April.[/li]
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