Ruaha Wildlife Safari – 3 Days / 2 Nights

Safari at a Glance

This 3-day fly-in safari to Ruaha National Park offers an exclusive and immersive experience in one of Tanzania’s most untouched wilderness areas. Begin with a scenic flight from Dar es Salaam to Msembe Airstrip, followed by a game drive through Ruaha’s rugged terrain—home to lions, elephants, leopards, and the rare African wild dog. Spend a full day exploring the park’s vast landscapes, where rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and river valleys create the perfect setting for exceptional wildlife viewing. Enjoy optional walking safaris, sundowners, and starlit dinners for a true wilderness experience. End your adventure with a morning game drive or relaxed breakfast before flying back to Dar es Salaam.

Destination: Ruaha National Park

Start/End: Dar es Salaam

Style: Fly-in Safari | Mid-Range to Luxury Lodges Available

The Route, Day by Day

Day 1: Fly to Ruaha National Park

  • Morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Msembe Airstrip (Ruaha)

  • Met by your lodge/camp guide on arrival

  • Transfer and check-in at your luxury safari lodge or tented camp

  • Afternoon game drive: explore Ruaha’s rugged landscapes and rich wildlife

  • Enjoy sundowners and dinner under the stars

  • Overnight: Safari Lodge or Tented Camp in Ruaha

  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

  • Early morning and afternoon game drives OR full-day safari with bush lunch

  • Explore Ruaha’s iconic wildlife: elephants, lions, leopards, kudu, sable antelope, and wild dogs

  • Optional walking safari (depending on lodge & season)

  • Evening at leisure with fireside drinks and panoramic views

  • Overnight: Safari Lodge or Tented Camp in Ruaha

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Safari & Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Optional early morning game drive or relaxed breakfast at the lodge

  • Transfer to Msembe Airstrip for flight back to Dar es Salaam

  • Arrival by early afternoon (depending on flight schedule)

  • Meals: Breakfast

Book This Safari

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INCLUDES

  • 2 bottles of mineral water per client per day while on safari
  • Transport in a 4×4 Land cruiser in Tanzania with roof hatch for game viewing
  • Government taxes
  • Accommodation in above are midrange lodges/Tented Camp in standard rooms on full board
  • Game drives
  • Picnic lunches
  • Services of professional driver-guide while on Safari
  • Park entrance fees to the park for clients
  • Entrance fees to the park for Car and driver

EXCLUDES

  • Domestic and International departure taxes
  • Entry Visa to Tanzania
  • Personal insurance cover
  • Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks except mineral water while on safari
  • Gratuities, tips, cigarettes, laundry
  • Any item of personal nature
  • Any other item NOT mentioned above
  • Any deviation from above itinerary