Destination
Ruaha
National Park

Remote, Rugged, Untamed

Africa’s Wild Heart Beats

Vast and spectacular, Ruaha National Park is Tanzania’s second-largest protected area, covering about 20,226 km². Hidden in the southern circuit, Ruaha remains one of Africa’s best-kept secrets a land of baobab-dotted hills, sweeping plains, and winding rivers that attract incredible concentrations of wildlife.

This park is home to one of East Africa’s largest elephant populations, along with massive prides of lions, elusive leopards, cheetahs, and endangered African wild dogs. 

Unveil the Soul of

Wilderness Giants Golden Plains

Activities

what to do

Game Drive
Photography Safari
Cultural Tour
Walking Tour
Camping

Wilderness Experience

Ruaha offers a true sense of the wild raw, remote, and teeming with life. Game drives across vast plains reveal elephants moving gracefully through baobab forests, lions resting atop rocky kopjes, and wild dogs chasing prey across open grasslands.

The Great Ruaha River serves as the park’s lifeline, attracting herds of animals and flocks of birds. It’s a place of striking beauty, where you can feel the heartbeat of untamed Africa.

Month-by-month guide

When to visit

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep & Oct

Best

The dry season concentrates animals near the Ruaha River, providing exceptional game viewing

Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec

Good

Calving season begins, offering a chance to witness newborn animals and predator interactions.

Mar, April & May

Mixed

Mixed months due to heavier rains that can make access challenging, though the landscapes are stunning and peaceful

Iconic Wildlife in Ruaha

Explore the park’s diverse wildlife, from powerful predators to graceful grazers.

Elephant

Lion

Leopard

Cheetah

Buffalo

Giraffe

Safari Experience in Park

Ruaha National Park delivers a deeply immersive safari for true wilderness lovers. Its rugged terrain, minimal crowds, and incredible biodiversity create a rare sense of adventure and intimacy with nature.

Game Drive Safari

Walking Safari

Photography Safari

Bird Watching

Visual

Moments

Accomodation Option in The Park

Ruaha offers a range of accommodations blending comfort with wilderness charm from riverside luxury lodges to remote tented camps that put you right in the heart of nature.

High-end Luxury Lodges

Best months to visit Ruaha National Park

Boutique Lodges

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Tented Camps

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Budget Camps

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