The over 4,000 sq km park includes the valley floor and parts of surrounding plateaus. In the wet season, the valley floods and the many different soil types washed down create a unique variety of distinct eco systems. Grassland, patches of acacia trees, savannah, dry forest on sands and seasonally rain filled pans. There is even a spectacular rainforest at the base of a series of limestone gorges.
Such a diverse range of habitat at one time supported some of the densest populations of all Africa, including carnivores, herbivores and over 500 bird species.
During the extensive civil war conflict, large mammal numbers were impacted and the ecosystem stressed. Since 1992 the park has been undergoing an extensive restoration to its former glory and despite flood and drought setbacks Gorongosa’s excellent guides can still reveal the park’s exceptional flora and fauna.
Gorongosa is a true wilderness with stunning scenery perfect for avid safari enthusiasts.
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