Tanzania Unveils Plans for Eco-Friendly International Airport in Serengeti

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The Tanzanian government has announced plans to build a new international airport within the Serengeti National Park, emphasising its commitment to environmental sustainability. Named the Green International Airport, the project aims to improve access to the world-famous wildlife reserve while maintaining its ecological integrity.

Speaking in Parliament on Friday, Transport Minister Professor Makame Mbarawa revealed that three billion Tanzanian shillings (approximately USD 1.1 million) have been allocated in the 2025/2026 national budget to fund a feasibility study and initiate early construction. The proposed airport is part of a broader strategy to boost Tanzania’s aviation infrastructure, positioning the Serengeti as a more accessible and competitive global tourism destination.

Professor Mbarawa stressed that the project would prioritise environmental protection, incorporating green construction techniques and safeguards to ensure minimal disruption to the park’s delicate biodiversity. Plans include the use of renewable energy, noise mitigation technologies, and the preservation of wildlife corridors.

Envisioned as a regional aviation hub, the new facility will connect seamlessly with Kilimanjaro and Julius Nyerere International Airports, streamlining travel for both domestic and international tourists.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Serengeti National Park is renowned for the Great Migration and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The government asserts that the airport will support, not jeopardise, conservation efforts and the socio-economic benefits derived from ecotourism.

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Though the specific construction site within the park remains undisclosed, authorities have pledged that rigorous environmental impact assessments will guide every stage of development. If responsibly executed, the Green International Airport could serve as a benchmark for sustainable infrastructure in protected areas across Africa.