Southern Wilderness · Ruaha National Park
Ruaha: Rugged, remote, unforgettable
Vast landscapes, rugged beauty and exceptional wildlife make Ruaha one of Tanzania's great southern wilderness destinations.
Ruaha is one of Tanzania's largest parks, yet it sees only a small fraction of the northern circuit's visitors. The Great Ruaha River draws big prides of lion, large elephant herds and the rare greater and lesser kudu.
It is where East and Southern African species meet, and it is often reached by light aircraft for a truly private wilderness experience.
Key facts
- Size: ≈20,000 km²
- Access: Fly-in from Arusha / Dar
- Best time: Jun–Oct
- Ideal stay: 3 nights
Highlights
- Huge lion prides
- Great Ruaha River
- Greater & lesser kudu
- Walking safaris
- Wild dog
Wildlife you may see
Lion, Elephant, Kudu, Sable antelope, Wild dog, Leopard, Cheetah