In an effort to demonstrate its dedication to environmental sustainability, the Tanzanian government has revealed plans to construct a new international airport inside Serengeti National Park. Aiming to preserve the ecological integrity of the renowned wildlife reserve while enhancing access, the project is called the Green International Airport.
Three billion Tanzanian shillings, or roughly USD 1.1 million, have been set up in the 2025–2026 national budget to finance a feasibility study and start preliminary construction, according to Transport Minister Professor Makame Mbarawa, who made this announcement in Parliament. The planned airport is a component of a larger plan to improve Tanzania’s aviation infrastructure and make the Serengeti a more competitive and accessible travel destination worldwide.
Professor Mbarawa emphasised that the project will put environmental preservation first, using green building practices and safety measures to guarantee that the park’s fragile biodiversity would not be adversely affected. Plans call for the preservation of wildlife corridors, the use of renewable energy, and noise-cancelling devices.
The new facility, which is envisioned as a regional aviation centre, will easily connect to Julius Nyerere International Airport and Kilimanjaro International Airport, simplifying travel for both local and foreign visitors.
Recognised for the Great Migration, Serengeti National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that welcomes hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. According to the government, the airport will enhance conservation initiatives and the socioeconomic advantages of ecotourism rather than endanger them.
Even though the exact location of the park’s construction is still unknown, officials have promised that thorough environmental impact analyses will direct all phases of operation. If properly managed, the Green International Airport has the potential to become a model for environmentally friendly infrastructure throughout Africa’s protected regions.
