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
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