saanane island
Man made wildlife sanctuary that is located on an island, on Lake victoria.
saanane wild animals
These included: Buffalo, Bushbuck, Dik Dik, Elephant, Eland. Impala, Black Rhino, Topi, Warthog, Wildebeast, Zebra, and Monkeys like Patas and Vervet, Giraffe, Porcupine and crocodiles. Dangerous animals like Rhinos and Buffaloes were caged while others were in free range.
saanane wildlife
The great Lake Victoria forms amazing attraction sight. Wildlife species like Impala, Crocodiles, Clawless otter, Rock Hyrax, Tortoise, Agama Lizards, commonly known as Agama Mwanzae, and Snakes particularly python. Others include Lion, spotted Hyena, Vervet Monkeys and a very Shy De Brazza’s Monkey. About 40 species of residents and migratory birds are common in the Island.
Facts about Saanane
It was previously a normal Island that was wholy owned by a fisherman and later turned farmer – Mzee Saanane Chawandi, before being turned into a zoo by the then Tanganyika government.
Saa Nane national park is currently the smallest national park in the country and also one of two that are located on an island of Lake Victoria, with the other being Rubondo island.
we create a unique and personalized adventure one that leaves radiant memories!
Contact Us
- P.O.Box 15999
- Intel, Arusha, Tanzania
- +255 621 001 902
- info@bigaafrikaadventures.com
What we Offer
- Wildlife Safari
- Mountains Trekking and Hiking
- Beach Tour
- Cultural Excursions
- Sun, Sand Seekers Holidays
- Community Development Projects
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