3-Day Ruaha Safari
The 3-Day Ruaha Safari offers an immersive experience into southern Tanzania’s wildlife-rich Ruaha National Park. Over three days, you will explore diverse habitats, encounter abundant wildlife, and enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking a more relaxed pace and greater opportunities for photography, birdwatching, and experiencing the park’s natural beauty.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Arrival and Afternoon Game Drive
06:00 – 09:00: Pickup and Transfer to Ruaha National Park
Your guide picks you up from your lodge, hotel, or airport. Drive through scenic landscapes, including rolling hills, villages, and savannah, before arriving at the park entrance.
09:00 – 12:00: Morning Game Drive (Optional)
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short game drive to spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in the park’s riverine and savannah habitats.
12:00 – 13:00: Picnic Lunch
Stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by beautiful park scenery.
13:00 – 17:00: Afternoon Game Drive
Continue exploring Ruaha’s diverse habitats, searching for predators including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Take photos of the Great Ruaha River and spot hippos along its banks.
17:30 – 19:00: Lodge or Camp Check-in
Arrive at your lodge or luxury tented camp inside or near Ruaha National Park. Relax and enjoy dinner under the African sky.
🛏️ Overnight: Lodge or tented camp
🍽️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive
06:00 – 07:00: Breakfast at Lodge
07:00 – 12:00: Morning Game Drive
Head out early to explore Ruaha’s savannahs, woodlands, and riverine forests. The park is home to large elephant herds, wild dogs, lions, leopards, and a variety of antelope species.
12:00 – 13:00: Picnic Lunch
Stop at a scenic location in the park to enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch.
13:00 – 17:00: Afternoon Game Drive
Continue your exploration of Ruaha, visiting different areas for new wildlife sightings and photography opportunities.
17:30 – 19:00: Return to Lodge or Camp
Relax with a drink, enjoy a sunset, and dine under the stars.
🛏️ Overnight: Lodge or tented camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Departure
06:00 – 07:00: Breakfast
07:00 – 12:00: Morning Game Drive
Take a final game drive, exploring areas not yet visited, maximizing wildlife encounters. Spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and hippos one last time.
12:00 – 13:00: Picnic Lunch
13:00 – 16:00: Departure
Drive back to Iringa, Mbeya, or your lodge/hotel for drop-off, concluding your 3-day Ruaha Safari.
Price Per Person
| Package | Price (USD) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $500 – $650 | Shared 4×4 vehicle, guide, park fees, 3 picnic lunches, 2-night budget lodge, bottled water |
| Mid-Range | $750 – $950 | Private 4×4 vehicle, guide, park fees, 3 lunches, 2-night mid-range lodge, hotel pickup & drop-off |
| Luxury | $1,300 – $1,800 | Private luxury vehicle, expert guide, park fees, gourmet meals, 2-night luxury lodge, transfers & bottled water |
Prices vary depending on season, group size, and additional services. Contact us for a customized quote.
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