Tanapa Zange Bandas – Mkomazi National Park is situated at the park headquarters, which is 6 kilometers from Same Town. It is open to both local and international tourists at affordable prices. It has a restaurant, bar and six rooms which can accommodate 6 – 12 people at once.
The Zange Bandas are cozy, self-contained guesthouses owned and operated by TANAPA. They provide an affordable accommodation option for visitors entering Mkomazi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most underrated safari gems.
Each banda is built with local materials, blending seamlessly into the natural environment while offering essential amenities such as:
🛏 Comfortable twin or double beds
🚿 En-suite bathrooms with hot showers
🍽 Dining area with local meals (upon request)
🌅 Private verandas overlooking the park’s scenic savannah
These bandas are ideal for budget travelers, researchers, solo adventurers, or families looking for a safe, eco-friendly, and authentic Tanzanian experience.
This is an ideal way to cut down the costs as travelers in the group share the expenses on fuel, guides, etc. and at the same time share the experience with new friends.