Ruaha National Park Tour & Safari Packages
This is a national park in Tanzania, a southern extension of the Serengeti National Park.
It is one of the largest wilderness covered in golden savannah grassland studded with baobabs and misty hills stretching along the horizon. Ruaha National Park is known for having one of the best game viewing in Tanzania, with lots of black elands, giraffes, and elephants.
Popular activities in the park
- Bird watching
One of the most popular activities in this park is bird watching homing over 570 species of birds, including the eponymous Ruaha red-billed hornbill. Migrant birds from Europe, Asia, Australia and Madagascar arrive during the rainy season between February and April. These birds have bright colors, which make them easier to spot among the trees and bushy savannah habitat. This makes bird watching is an excellent activity for people who want to spend more time in nature without distractions.
- Hiking
There are no roads in this park, so hiking is the best way of navigating around the park. The numerous trails can be covered on foot, but they take up a lot of time and are only recommended for people who enjoy hiking. This is the best way to explore the diversely rich wildlife species in the park while enjoying the great climate.
- Guided nature walks
Guided nature walks in the park offers a firsthand opportunity to learn more about the wildlife and listen to exciting stories from the guide. As one goes through the park, one takes notice of some the park of the most exotic wildlife such as black-backed jackal and the African wild dog. This is a prevalent activity with visitors who want to understand more about the fauna and flora of this great park.
- Game drives, wildlife photography
Ruaha park being one of the largest parks in the region, game drive is the way of navigation. The open safari is great for wildlife photography and game viewing that all park guests should experience. The open vehicle allows for a good view of the wildlife and helps capture their images on the camera. The park is home to plentiful buffalo, zebra, giraffe, greater and lesser kudu, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, waterbuck, bushbuck, and impala which give a spectacular experience.
- Night game drives
Night game drive will last until the burly sun sets and the cold nights come. This will be a chance for one to see the wildlife in their natural habitats at night and photograph them with the guide’s help. This will be an excellent opportunity to see some of the nocturnal wild wildlife that only come out at night.
- Boat safari
A boat safari is an excellent option for those who want to see some of the more exotic wildlife in their natural environment. The park’s rivers and lakes are inhabited by several species of wildlife, especially in the dry season. A boat safari at the Great Ruaha River that lasts most of the day, allows one to spot most of the park diversity while fishing.
- Bushwalking
The park is famous for its open bushland, which provides a good chance for visitors to see wildlife. One can take several trails, which the guide will outline. However, most of these trails are meant for hikers and people who like to walk, so one might have to walk for hours to see some of the park’s wildlife. This activity is not recommended during the rainy season but can be done during the dry season.
- Hunting
The park’s primary source of tourism comes from hunting safaris and wildlife photography. The terrain is flat, with a great view of the surrounding areas. The best time to visit the park is during the dry season, which covers most of the year, as it is when one can enjoy excellent game viewing and hunts as in this period, wildlife moves around more freely.
Where it is located
This park is located in the south of Tanzania, not far from the border with Mozambique. Its location puts it in the middle of some spectacular scenery, and it is one of the best places to view wildlife from both the north and south. The park is divided into four blocks, including a section known as South Ruaha; this includes several areas closed off for conservation with no access to local people. This makes it possible for one to enjoy more wildlife and fantastic scenery.
How would one get to the park?
One can visit the park in many ways. The most popular way is through a safari company, which will take care of all the information and transportation logistics needed. Another way is to go through a tour operator, which will provide one with all the information needed to make an itinerary for the visit.
How to get there
Flying is the most convenient way of getting to Ruaha National Park. This allows One to save some time, which means one will be able to experience all the other attractions in the surrounding areas, like national parks and reserves. Also, the road is free, so one can get there easily and quickly, so one can enjoy all the activities the park offers. From Arusha, one can get to this park in just a few hours.
Where to stay
There are hotels and other accommodation facilities in the park where one can stay. Still, the best and most comfortable way of enjoying the experience is by staying at one of the nearby lodges. This will allow One to experience everything the park offers at a fraction of what it would cost if one stays on-site. One can enjoy all the available activities and safaris with a lodge.
