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Africa's largest park by some measures — remote, wild, and teeming with wild dogs, giant elephant herds, and rare antelope.
Ruaha National Park is Tanzania's best-kept secret — the largest national park in East Africa at over 22,000 square kilometres, yet one of the least visited. This vast wilderness in southern Tanzania offers an authentically wild safari experience free from the tour vehicle congestion found in the more famous northern parks. Those who make the journey to Ruaha are rewarded with some of the most spectacular and pristine wildlife viewing available anywhere on the continent.
Ruaha is a stronghold for African wild dogs — one of the continent's most endangered carnivores — with one of the highest densities in Africa. The park is also home to over 10,000 elephants, the world's largest remaining population of greater kudu, and rare species including roan and sable antelope not found in the northern parks. Lions are extremely well habituated to vehicles, and leopard sightings are outstanding.
The landscape is dramatically beautiful: the Great Ruaha River carves through the park, providing a permanent water source that draws wildlife from hundreds of kilometres in the dry season. Ancient baobab-st� escarpments, sand river beds, and open miombo woodland create a mosaic of habitats that supports extraordinary biodiversity. Ruaha is the destination for true wildlife enthusiasts seeking an experience that feels completely unspoiled.
One of Africa's highest wild dog densities — pack hunts are spectacular and memorable wildlife events.
Over 10,000 elephants call Ruaha home — the world's largest remaining population in a single park.
Ruaha's habituated lions offer some of Africa's most intimate lion encounters at close quarters.
Greater kudu, roan, sable, and eland — species not found in Tanzania's northern parks.
Ruaha's remote wilderness is perfect for guided walking safaris — the bush experience at ground level.
Best time — wildlife crowds the Great Ruaha River. Wild dogs denning (Jun–Jul). Excellent game drives.
Lush green landscape, newborn wildlife, resident species well visible. Good value.
Remote tracks inaccessible, some lodges close. Green season visitors enjoy lush scenery and migratory birds.
Fly directly to Ruaha for an exclusive 4-night wilderness safari — the ultimate southern Tanzania experience
View Package →Ruaha combined with Mikumi and Udzungwa Mountain forest walk — southern Tanzania's best
View Package →Compact but immersive fly-in safari with walking safaris and full-day game drives
View Package →Fly from Dar es Salaam or Arusha to Ruaha airstrips (Msembe, Jongomero) — 1.5-2 hours. Coastal Aviation and Auric Air operate daily connections. No comfortable road access — fly-in strongly recommended.
$29.50/person/day (adult) — significantly lower than northern parks. Vehicle fee applies. Fees included in SAT packages.
Jongomero Safari Camp (8 suites, luxury) · Kwihala Camp (Asilia, luxury) · Kwetanga Safari Camp (mid-range) · Ruaha River Lodge (mid-range, original camp). Limited options — book early.
Game drives (full day and dawn/dusk) · Guided walking safaris (from most camps) · Night drives · Bird watching (540+ species) · Fishing on the Great Ruaha River.
Serious wildlife enthusiasts, those seeking wilderness without crowds, wild dog seekers, second-visit Tanzania travellers, photographers.
Talk to one of our specialists. Every itinerary is tailor-made, and our team is available 7 days a week.
We are true experts when it comes to Tanzania. We live, work and travel here. Serengeti African Tours arranges lodge and camping safaris, trekking and hiking tours and beach holidays. We carefully select our well-trained guides, drivers, cooks and porters.
