Ruaha National Park

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Explore Ruaha – Wild Heart of Tanzania

Ruaha Savannahs
Ruaha National Park is covered with savannah grasslands where wildlife resides. Ruaha Savannahs feature grasslands, acacia and baobab trees. Vast landscapes where wildlife roams freely, under endless skies. The Great Ruaha River feeds the diverse ecosystem of the national park.
Great Ruaha River
The Great Ruaha River flows through the Ruaha National Park towards the east into the Rufiji River. The water source is a lifeline to park, attracting hippos, elephants, and abundant wildlife. The river is a year-round water source that attracts an abundance of wildlife during the dry season. It’s one of the most vital river systems of Tanzania.
Baobab Trees
Ruaha, the second largest national park, is home to vast grasslands, savannahs, and baobab and acacia trees. The trees can grow up to 30 meters tall and live over 1000 years. Tanzania's iconic giants dot the landscape and create perfect photo backdrops. The baobabs dominate Ruaha’s landscape along the river. Baobabs create a surreal backdrop for photographers to capture.
Wildlife Safari
Encounter lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, hippos, African wild dogs, and other big mammals on your wildlife safari to Ruaha National Park. The best time to spot wild animals is the dry season between the months of June and October. You can experience a walking safari or game drives to explore your wildlife safari to the depths.
Birdwatching Paradise
Ruaha National Park is a haven for birdwatchers and ornithologists. The park is a home to 570+ bird species—an avian enthusiast’s dream. The park's diverse landscapes, like woodlands and riverine areas, are homes to a wide variety of bird species, like Ashy Starling to Red-billed Hornbills. November to April is the best time to visit the park to watch migratory birds.
Walking Safaris
Walking safaris allow tourists to enjoy the natural splendour of Ruaha National Park to the depths. You can enjoy wildlife encounters up close where the guides narrate to you about the local ecosystem, about the rich flora and fauna. Explore nature on foot with expert guides. Get immersed in your safari journey through the traditional game drives.

Discover Ruaha – Where Nature Reigns with Its Wilderness

Ruaha National Park is one of Tanzania’s largest and least travelled park wilderness areas. The park is also the largest remote park in southern Tanzania. Its rugged beauty, dramatic landscapes, and remote location offer a truly raw safari experience. Anchored by the Great Ruaha River, the park’s water sources draw dense concentrations of wildlife, especially during the dry season. You’ll see majestic herds of elephants, prides of lions, and leopards moving through acacia woodlands and kopjes. Besides, the national park is home to elephants, zebras, lions, giraffes, ostriches, gazelles, antelopes, spotted hyenas, hippos, hunting dogs, with crocodiles in the Ruaha River. More than 500 bird species are recorded to be present in the park. Not all birds are native; some are migratory too.

As the sun rises and sets, the light across Ruaha’s sweeping plains becomes magic. The baobabs silhouetted against fiery skies, the thunder of hippos in the river, the songs of birds in forest margins, it all adds up to a deep, immersive connection with nature. For those who seek peace away from the crowds, Ruaha offers soulful, wild encounters you’ll never forget.

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Discover Ruaha: Tanzania’s Wild Beauty

Ruaha is for the adventurers who crave raw nature, pure wildlife, and wide-open skies. A blend of rugged safari and tranquil waits by the river, Ruaha is wild Tanzania as it was meant to be. Plan your safari journey today.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ruaha National Park is during the dry season, from June to October. With the sparse vegetation, wildlife is easier to spot as animals congregate around waterholes. The weather is pleasant, perfect for safaris and photography, offering the travellers scenic views of the park’s stunning landscapes
How to Get There
Ruaha National Park is accessible by road or air. By car, it's about a 10-hour drive from Dar es Salaam. Alternatively, you can fly into Ruaha’s airstrip from Dar or Zanzibar. Once you arrive, the park’s vast beauty welcomes you with an immersive safari experience like no other.
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Discover Ruaha’s diverse wildlife boasts its majestic lions and elephants and more than 500 bird species, including rare raptors and vibrant bee-eaters. The national park is a true birdwatcher’s paradise.
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What is the best time to visit Ruaha National Park?
The best time to visit Ruaha is during the dry season (June to October). You can easily spot wild animals as they gather around water sources. This period offers optimal wildlife viewing as animals gather around waterholes, and the weather is pleasant. The green season between November and May offers a breathtaking view of birds and lush green landscapes.
What wildlife can I expect to see in Ruaha?
Ruaha is an abode of an incredible array of wildlife, including herds of elephants, leopards, lions, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and more than 550 bird species. It’s a true safari haven. You can spot migratory birds from Asia and Europe during the wet season between November and May.
Is it Safe to visit Ruaha?
Yes. Ruaha is safe to travel to for tourists from across the globe. The crime rate is low in the safari destinations. Yet, travellers are advised to take adequate precautions and follow all instructions. Guided tours are recommended on your safari journey.
What accommodation options are available near Ruaha?
Accommodation near Ruaha includes luxury lodges, tented camps, and rustic safari camps for travellers. The accommodation options offer diverse experiences from upscale comfort to more intimate, immersive stays with proximity to nature. You can opt for your stay based on your budget and comfort.
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