5 Days Ruaha Wilderness Safari

5 Days Ruaha Wilderness Safari

Big skies, big cats and almost no crowds.

5 days Mid-range to luxury Ruaha National Park
Duration5 days
ComfortMid-range to luxury
GroupPrivate, 1–12 guests
Best timeJun–Nov

A fly-in safari to Ruaha, one of the most rewarding and least crowded parks in Tanzania.

This itinerary is a starting point. Your route, pace and accommodation can be adjusted to suit your dates, interests and budget.

  • Fly-in from Dar es Salaam
  • Baobab landscapes
  • Lions, leopards and wild dogs
  • Bush walks with an armed ranger

Day by day

  1. Day1

    Fly to Ruaha

    Ruaha National Park
    Light-aircraft flight from Dar es Salaam, then an afternoon game drive.
    Tented camp or lodge in Ruaha
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  2. Day2

    Game drives along the Great Ruaha River

    Ruaha National Park
    Full day of game viewing along the river where elephants, lions and kudu gather.
    Tented camp or lodge in Ruaha
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3

    Walking safari and game drive

    Ruaha National Park
    Morning walk with a ranger, afternoon game drive.
    Tented camp or lodge in Ruaha
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  4. Day4

    Remote plains and baobab valleys

    Ruaha National Park
    Explore the drier central and western areas for sable antelope, roan and big cats.
    Tented camp or lodge in Ruaha
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  5. Day5

    Morning drive and fly out

    Ruaha National Park
    Early game drive, then fly back to Dar es Salaam.
    Breakfast, lunch

Included

  • Airport or hotel transfers in Arusha
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and a professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation as listed (camp or lodge, shared twin)
  • All meals during the safari
  • Park entry, conservation and camping/concession fees
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • Government taxes and VAT on included services

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
  • Optional activities such as balloon flights
  • Personal items and laundry

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