A border with Mkomazi forming one of the largest ecosystems, which requires efforts from both countries to protect and conserve this important ecosystem. It is a common ground for migratory mammals such as the endangered elephants, oryx and zebras during the wet season. Nevertheless, with Mkomazi being on the southern tip of the Sahel zone, it is a classic dry-country reserve of ancient baobab trees, isolated rocky hills, acacia bushes and gray-green nyika bush. This type of dry, hot and sometimes desert-like environment in Mkomazi National Park, was one of the most important place for rhino conservation but these animals disappeared due to poaching which increased in Tanzania from 1970 to 1980. The last animal was seen in in 1985.

Mkomazi Rhino Guardians film is a one-of-a-kind type of film. The authenticity of this film is mesmerizing, as it is created with the devotion and passion for the conservation of the endangered species in Tanzania. This documentary was filmed in Mkomazi National Park, 3,245km2 of land that was established in 2008, which is among the youngest national parks in Tanzania. The park itself has beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest summit. The Mkomazi National Park also has views to the northwest and to the south of the Pare and Usambara Mountains which form a dramatic silhouette. And to the north, Kenya’s vast Tsavo National Park shares

This particular documentary was created to provide the awareness on the efforts done by our local conservationist in Tanzania to protect and breed these endangered species. To this date, due to their efforts the number of these endangered species have increased, education is provided to both the communities surrounding the Mkomazi National Park and to the public on the importance of conserving and protecting these endangered species.