Ruaha National Park Fly-In Safari – 4 Days / 3 Nights

Dar es Salaam - Ruaha Nationalpark - Dar es Salaam

Highlights

Discover Tanzania’s Wild Southern Frontier with Afrimine Tours

 

Experience the ultimate Ruaha National Park safari with a fly-in adventure that combines comfort, wildlife, and untouched wilderness.

This 4-day / 3-night fly-in safari in Ruaha National Park offers exclusive access to one of Tanzania’s largest and most remote national parks, home to vast elephant herds, lions, leopards, African wild dogs, and diverse bird species.

 

Best time: June to October

  • Fly directly into Ruaha National Park from Dar es Salaam, bypassing long road transfers.

  • Witness Tanzania’s largest elephant herds, rare predators, and abundant wildlife on daily open-vehicle game drives.

  • Stay in a riverfront safari lodge along the Great Ruaha River, surrounded by nature.

  • Explore diverse ecosystems, including savannas, Miombo woodlands, baobab-studded plains, and riverine forests.

  • Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and adventurers seeking authentic African safari experiences.

ITINERARY

Begin your adventure with a scenic light-aircraft flight from Dar es Salaam to Ruaha National Park. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of southern Tanzania before landing in the heart of the wild. Upon arrival, transfer to your riverside lodge on the Great Ruaha River, where elephants, hippos, and crocodiles may greet you from the riverbanks.

After lunch, embark your first afternoon game drive, spotting giraffes, zebras, antelope, and possibly lions. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and a night immersed in the sounds of the African bush.


Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Over the next two days, immerse yourself in the heart of Ruaha’s wilderness. Each day begins with an early morning game drive, when wildlife is most active. Spot elephants, lions, leopards, African wild dogs, and vast herds of antelope, while your expert guide shares insights into the park’s ecosystems and wildlife behavior.

Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest, then set out for afternoon and evening drives, capturing Ruaha’s incredible sunsets and riverside wildlife activity. Discover over 570 bird species, roam through baobab-studded plains, Miombo woodlands, and riverine forests, and enjoy unforgettable moments observing predators and herbivores in their natural habitat.

Every evening, return to the lodge to relax and enjoy dinner under the starry African sky. These two days offer a complete Ruaha safari experience, combining adventure, wildlife encounters, and photography opportunities.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a final early-morning game drive, enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airstrip. Fly back to Dar es Salaam with memories of unforgettable wildlife encounters and the stunning landscapes of southern Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Why Choose Afrimine Tours for Your Ruaha Safari?

Afrimine Tours offers expertly guided fly-in safaris with access to remote and exclusive areas of Ruaha National Park. Whether you’re a wildlife photographer, adventure traveler, or family seeking a unique African experience, our safaris are designed to maximize wildlife sightings, comfort, and adventure.

PRICE INCLUSION

  • Domestic round-trip flight: Dar es Salaam – Ruaha National Park

  • 3 nights accommodation in a riverfront lodge

  • Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

  • Tea, coffee, and mineral water

  • Two daily game drives in an open safari vehicle with experienced English-speaking guides

  • National Park entry fees

  • Transfers between lodge and airstrip

PRICE EXCLUSION

  • International flights to/from Tanzania

  • Personal expenses, drinks, and optional activities (e.g., walking safaris)

  • Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff

  • Travel insurance

  • Items of personal nature

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