Overview
Ruaha National Park is Tanzania’s largest national park, covering over 20,000 km², and one of Africa’s last great wilderness areas. Located in the southern circuit, Ruaha offers a raw, untouched safari experience with exceptional wildlife and very few crowds.
Landscape
Ruaha’s scenery is dramatic and diverse:
- The Great Ruaha River (lifeline of the park)
- Rolling hills and rocky escarpments
- Baobab-dotted plains
- Open savannah and woodland
Wildlife
Predators (Major Highlight)
- One of Africa’s largest lion populations
- Leopards and cheetahs
- Spotted hyenas
Other Wildlife
- Large elephant herds
- Buffaloes
- Giraffes, zebras, antelopes
Special Species
- African wild dogs
- Greater and lesser kudu
Birdlife
- Over 570 bird species
Activities
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
- Birdwatching
- Photography
Best Time to Visit
- June – October BEST: Wildlife gathers near water
- November – April: Green season, fewer visitors
Why Visit Ruaha
- Remote and exclusive
- Excellent predator sightings
- Authentic, uncrowded safari