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Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park is Tanzania’s largest national park, spanning vast, untouched wilderness in the heart of the Southern Circuit. Remote and wonderfully secluded, it offers an intimate safari experience shaped by ancient baobabs, rolling hills, and the life-giving Great Ruaha River.
Home to vast elephant herds, powerful lion prides, African wild dogs, sable, and rare roan antelope, Ruaha offers exceptional wildlife encounters far from the crowds. Combined with Nyerere National Park, it forms an unforgettable southern safari journey of wilderness, exclusivity, and discovery.
Highlights
- Tanzania’s largest national park
- Dramatic landscapes of baobab valleys, rocky escarpments and the Great Ruaha River
- One of East Africa’s largest elephant populations
- Rare antelope species such as sable, roan and kudu
Iconic activities
Game Drives
Walking Safaris
Birdwatching
Night Game Drives
Cultural Experience
safari stays
There are many wonderful places to stay in Ruaha National Park. Here are just a few of our favorites.
Kigelia Ruaha is located in the best wildlife area of Ruaha National Park, on the banks of the Ifiguru seasonal sand river featuring only 6 tents
Jongomero Camp, a classic luxury tented camp, is situated along the flourishing banks of the seasonal Jongomero Sand River in the wilderness of Ruaha and features 8 luxurious suites
Jabali Ridge is a stylish camp located in Ruaha National Park, set on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Mwagusi River and Ikuka escarpment.
Perched on the edge of the Mwagusi escarpment, commanding spectacular views across the Ruaha valley, Ikuka offers a classic luxury wilderness experience comprising of just 7 beautifully appointed rooms
Just off the Great Ruaha River nestles Asanja Ruaha, amongst Miombo pristine forest and the magnificent ancient Baobabs Ruaha is famous for
Kwihala Camp consists of six tents that are simple and spacious in design, fitted with king-sized beds for maximum comfort.