Karibu Kilosas Conservation

Kilosa’s conservation of flora and fauna is a registered conservation project under the government of Tanzania. It is located on the northern coast of Unguja island behind Mnarani beach cottage hotel and about a 50m walk to Essque Zalu hotel. The conservation place is preserved with natural flora and fauna making it a unique conserving project in Nungwi village.

About Us

Our Vision

We envision an earth in which human beings value, To be pioneers in the protection and preservation of flora and fauna of the world.

Our Mission

We shall strive to provide Natural Habitats to various animals and plants suitable for their conservation and propagation and act as a facilitator to spread the message of nature conservation through awareness and educational programs.

The Zoo

The principal aim of the (Zanzibar Nungwi Zoo) is to manage, run, and maintain the Zanzibar Nungwi aquatic creatures, etc. The zoo would be a place for awareness & education of the inhabitants of Zanzibar and surrounding areas; research; conservation and captive breeding of birds, animals, and reptiles, to run and maintain such creatures, also be necessary to have staff to administer and maintain the Zanzibar Nungwi Zoo.

The Zoo would also provide a natural environment for birds, animals, and other creatures where they can live in simulated natural conditions without any fear of loss of their lives.

  • The principal aim of Zanzibar Nungwi Zoo is to conserve and protect animals and plants.
  • To promote tourism development and tourists visiting the Zoo.

Objectives:

  • To maintain a proper environment for the breeding and bringing up of birds and animals all over Tanzania.
  • To conserve and enrich the flora and fauna in this region and provide proper living conditions for the birds to come to breed and flourish, multiply and cross multiply.
  • To provide education, especially in our Zoo Field and research work thereof, with a view to ascertain to the most congenial atmosphere, climate, and living conditions for the welfare and growth of birds, animals, reptiles, and aquatic creatures in general.
  • To retain, train or get trained and/or employ skilled professional or technical advisors, staff, and workers in connection with the objectives of the society.
  • To prepare, print, Publish, and propagate papers, literature, or periodicals, and conduct seminars, conferences, and experiments in furtherance of the objectives of the society.
  • To solicit obtain or accept subscriptions, donations, grant–in–aid, and gifts in the form of money and/or animals and birds for the furtherance and upkeep of the Zoo.
  • To do all other things that are incidental or conducive to the achievement or furtherance of the aims and objectives of the society.

Commitment to visitors


We create an enriching and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors to the zoo. We provide courteous and helpful attention to ensure they have a wonderful experience each (every) time they visit.

Collaboration


We maintain an environment of trust, openness, respect, and transparency to maximize the creativity and productivity of our institutions.

Integrity


We are honest, reliable, sincere, and trustworthy.

Stewardship

We take complete responsibility for the animals in our care as well as all resources we use.

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Kilosas Conservation: A Beacon of Hope for Flora and Fauna in Nungwi, Northern Zanzibar

Located in the picturesque town of Nungwi in Northern Zanzibar, Kilosas Conservation is a project that was started by Mr. Kilosa Haji Kilosa, a science teacher of 20 years. The project was launched about 8 years ago and has since become a beacon of hope for the conservation of both flora and fauna in the …