Tranquility & Safari In Silence

Ruaha National Park, the largest national park in Tanzania, spans an impressive 20,226 square kilometers in the heart of Central Tanzania. Named after the Great Ruaha River, which flows along its southeastern edge, this park is a prime destination for safaris in the Southern Circuit. The river is renowned for its exceptional game-viewing opportunities, making it a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts.

Ruaha is famous for its abundant wildlife, including a large population of elephants and over 500 species of birds. Visitors are likely to encounter predators like cheetahs, leopards, and lions, as well as African wild dogs, giraffes, hippopotamuses, Cape buffaloes, and the rare sable antelope.

Getting to Ruaha is straightforward. It is accessible by car via a dirt road from Iringa, approximately 2 hours away, or by plane from other safari hubs like Selous or Arusha. Whether you’re seeking thrilling game drives or a peaceful retreat in the wild, Ruaha offers a truly unforgettable Tanzanian safari experience.

Ruaha is Tanzania's largest national park, a vast and rugged wilderness known for its dramatic scenery, massive baobab trees, and thriving predator populations. Unlike the more famous northern circuit, Ruaha feels remote and exclusive. A 3-day trip is a whirlwind adventure focused on maximizing game viewing in the most accessible and productive areas of the park, typically around the Great Ruaha River. A 3-day safari in Ruaha is a bold and exhilarating dive into the heart of wild Tanzania. It's a trip defined by quality over quantity, offering some of Africa's most spectacular predator encounters and iconic landscapes in a compact timeframe. While you'll leave wanting more, the raw, untamed beauty of Ruaha will leave a lasting impression far greater than the brevity of the trip might suggest. It's an ideal adventure for the intrepid traveler seeking a genuine safari experience beyond the well-trodden path.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Pick-up At Msembe Airstrip

Our guide will pick you from Msembe airstrip in Ruaha National Park or from your accommodation in Iringa town and will give you a quick briefing. Your safari adventure will start to Ruaha National Park driving along the “Never Ending Road” and as soon as you take it, you will understand where the name comes from. You will reach the gate and you may have already had the chance to see some giraffes, elephant or some antelopes that are wandering outside the Park. After the formalities to be carried out at the park gate, you will start your driving crossing the Ruaha River to see its Hippos and Crocs and various stunning water birds. The 'game un route' will take you to your accommodation where we will have our lunch before the afternoon game drive. We will be back just before the sundown to have a shower and get ready for dinner, sundowner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Full-day Ruaha Game Drive

 After a first bush night stay hopefully disturbed by the sounds of wild animals, you will start your early morning game drive. Amazed by the energetic breakfast in the bush and afterwards keeping up with a true relaxed game drive exploring the remote corners of Ruaha including the Ruaha River and be able to pull out the incredible wildlife from the wild in style and luxury modest incredibly.

Day 3: Ruaha Game Viewing & Fly-out

After a cozy night in the bush hopefully disturbed by the sounds of wild animals, you will start your morning drive, having your elegant breakfast in the bush and continuing searching for all those animals that you have not seen before you will start your way out in order to exit the gate at the same time you entered according to the regulations of the park or be taken back to Msembe airstrip for your scheduled flight. On your way back driving to Iringa you can have the chance to stop and see the museum of Kalenga. It is a small museum with an interesting story about Chief Mkwawa and Wahehe ethnic group. Our guide will drop you at your accommodation and later you can explore Iringa town with its quite nightlife.

• What to Pack:

  • Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, green, beige).

  • A warm jacket for early morning game drives.

  • Binoculars, a good camera with a zoom lens, and extra memory cards/batteries.

  • Sunscreen, hat, and high-quality sunglasses.

  • Sturdy, closed-toe shoes (especially for the walking safari).

• Health: Ruaha is a malaria zone; consult your doctor for prophylaxis.

From $ 1,050 pp

• Inclusions

  • Hot lunch & snacks
  • 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
  • All sightseeing and game drives as specified
  • Park fee
  • Roundtrip flights
  • Bottled mineral water, soft drinks, beers during the safari
  • Private professional driver guide
  • Government taxes and unlimited mileage during game drives 

    Exclusions

    • International and domestic flights
    • Personal expenses (e.g., telephone, laundry, additional beverages)
    • Tips for the safari guide
    • Travel insurance
    • Visa fees
    • Optional activities beyond the safari.