Wild & Remote

Ruaha National Park

Tanzania's largest national park — a vast, untamed wilderness of ancient baobabs, massive elephant herds, and exceptional predator encounters.

Overview

Ruaha is Tanzania's largest national park and one of East Africa's best-kept secrets. Vast, rugged, and remote, it offers exceptional wildlife encounters far from the crowds.

20,226 km² wilderness Massive elephant herds African wild dogs

Top Activities

  • Game drives through baobab-studded landscapes
  • Walking safaris with expert guides
  • Bird watching (574 species recorded)
  • Predator tracking and photography

Where To Stay

Remote luxury lodges and intimate tented camps along the Great Ruaha River, offering an authentic wilderness experience.

Why Ruaha?

A wilderness like no other.

Largest Park

At over 20,000 km², Ruaha is Tanzania's largest national park and one of Africa's most expansive protected areas.

Elephant Paradise

Home to one of Africa's largest elephant populations — witness huge breeding herds along the Ruaha River.

Rare Predators

One of the best places in Africa to see African wild dogs, plus lion prides, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas.

Ancient Baobabs

Iconic baobab trees dot the landscape, creating dramatic silhouettes against golden sunsets.

Remote & Wild

Far from the northern circuit crowds, Ruaha offers an authentic, untamed safari experience.

Bird Watching

574 bird species recorded, making it a paradise for ornithologists and bird enthusiasts.

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