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Ruaha Safari Lodges Camps Tanzania: African Spice Safaris offers Ruaha National Park hotel bookings and reservations. These include self-catering accommodations, lodgings to luxury lodges and hotels.
We also make reservations for Ruaha National Park budget camping, tented camps, guest houses, bed and breakfast, private homestays, resorts, restaurants to house rentals, and all-inclusive Apartments. Ruaha National Park is the largest national park located at the heart of Tanzania. It covers an area of about 13,000 square km.
It is located in the middle of Tanzania about 130 km from Iringa. The park is part of a more extensive ecosystem, which includes Rungwa Game Reserve, Usangu Game Reserve, and several other protected areas.
The name of the park is derived from the Great Ruaha River, which flows along its South-Eastern margin and is the focus for game-viewing. The park can be reached by car via Iringa and there is an airstrip at Msembe, park headquarters.
Ruaha National Park has a bimodal pattern of rain forest; the short rainfall season begins November to February, while the long season is between March and April. The park experiences its dry season between June and October. The park is one of the Tanzania birds’ paradise with more than 571 species and some of them are known to be migrants from within and outside Africa.
Ruaha is believed to have a high concentration of elephants than any National Park in East Africa. It is also a place where, magnificent mammals like Kudu, Sable, and Roan antelopes can easily be spotted in Miombo woodland. The park is also a habitat for endangered wild dogs. Other animals in the park include lions, leopards, cheetah, giraffes, zebras, elands, impala, bat-eared foxes, and Jackals.
Apart from large animals, the park also harbors a number of reptiles and amphibians such as crocodiles, poisonous and non-poisonous snakes, monitor lizards, agama lizards, and frogs. The park is characterized by semi-arid types of vegetation, baobab trees, Acacia, and other species. There are over 1,650 plant species that have been identified.
The main activity is a Ruaha Safari daytime game drive. Night safaris are not permitted. Due to the high numbers of elephants in Ruaha, some camps have chosen not to operate walking safaris.
Those that do (Kwihala, Jongomero, and Kigelia) have some superb guides and can offer amazing walking safaris. Jongomero is the only camp to operate fly camping trips with adventurous nights spent out under the stars. Ruaha National Park hosts a number of the most beautiful hotels and resorts known to the world. For those seeking fine hotels and resorts, Ruaha National Park offers some of the best five-star accommodation in Tanzania.
Among the best hotels includes Authentic Ruaha Kilimatonge Camp, Flycatcher Ruaha Camp, Jongomero Camp, Kichaka Bush Camp, Kigelia Ruaha, Kwihala Camp, Mabata Makali Luxury Tented Camp, Mdonya Old River Tented Camp, Mwagusi Safari Camp, Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Jabali House among others.
Ruaha Safari Lodges Camps Tanzania
Authentic Ruaha Kilimatonge Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Authentic Ruaha Kilimatonge Camp is located in the heart of Ruaha National Park in Tanzania and offers accommodation in 6 tents accommodating up to 12 guests. The camp is seasonal and is book on an exclusive basis. There is a private bathroom with open air showers (although screened) in every unit, an open mess tent and bar. The camp also offers special diet menus.
Asanja Ndembo Camp Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Asanja Ndembo Camp is located in the southern part of Tanzania, in the heart of the Ruaha National Park. The camp is situated on the banks of the Great Ruaha River, which is the lifeline of the park and provides stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The
Camp boasts of a peaceful and idyllic setting full of wilderness with a variety of wildlife and bird watching, like no other. Asanya Ndembo 'Ndembo' means elephant in the local Bantu Hehe language (the ethnic and linguistic group based in Iringa and Ruaha). With eight luxury guest suites, designed by renown safari camp architect Neil Rocher, you know no expense has been spared to ensure your utmost comfort and privacy. Neil’s attention to detail shines throughout the camp. Each room is decorated with locally sourced materials and features a king-size bed, private living room and en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, and plunge pool with stunning views of the Great Ruaha River. Each tented suite is 140 sq.metres with its own private verandah, overlooking the Great Ruaha River and plunge pool for you to cool off after a game activity or a Pop up Spa to pamper yourself. All suites have ensuite bathrooms with flush toilets and hot showers. The cuisine at the camp is all fresh, scrumptious, and delicious as we take pride in sourcing all ingredients fresh and local. Additionally, the camp offers a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, spa, and lounge area, all designed to provide guests with the ultimate luxury safari experience.
Flycatcher Ruaha Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Flycatcher Ruaha Camp is located in Ruaha National Park about 125 km’s west of Iringa in the southern region of Tanzania. The camp is open from June to October every year and is located alongside the Great Ruaha River. The camp has 6 guest tents (5 twin bed tents and 1 double bed tent). All tents have en-suite bathroom with flush toilet and bucket shower.
Ikuka safari camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Ikuka Safari Camp is an exclusive owner-run and managed camp in Tanzania’s Ruaha National Park. The camp is perched on the edge of the Mwagusi escarpment, commanding spectacular views across the Ruaha valley, Ikuka offers a classic luxury wilderness experience. Comprised of just 7 beautifully appointed rooms, each with its own panoramic vista of the Ruaha wilderness. The rooms have 24-hour electricity, fans, and hot water as well as large super-king beds, a spacious bathroom area, and a lounge area complete with comfortable leather seating leading out onto large private balconies. The camp has 1 family room, perfect for couples or families. The interiors comprise white quartz from the escarpment itself along with other locally and sustainably sourced materials. Ikuka safari camp offers a compelling insight into the dramatic wilds of Ruaha and Tanzania. The camp has a well-stocked bar, a comfortable lounge area, an airy dining space, a swimming pool with a lounging deck, and an upstairs chill-out library area. Activities available include; Game Drives. Night Drives. Guided Walks. Canoeing. Boating etc.
Jabali Private House Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Jabali Private House is located in Ruaha National Park in Southern Tanzania. This holiday lodge is a wood-build with extensive decking, includes shared areas and three sleeping rooms, and comfortably accommodates groups of up to six guests. The house’s shared areas comprise an indoor and outdoor lounge and dining area, an open-plan kitchen, and a large plunge pool. Large windows are covered by wooden French shutters and the roof is crafted with a mixture of local materials including rough-cut wood for a rustic feel. Inside, the décor is largely wood and wicker with some black-metal furniture. Jabali Private House caters to one group at a time on a fully private basis. Looked after by a dedicated hospitality team, the house comes with both a private guide and chef, the latter catering for all allergies, preferences, and dietary requirements. Activities: The location of Jabali Private house is near the Mwagusi River, one of the best areas in Ruaha for wildlife viewing. This being the case, wildlife drives are absolute. Bush walks are also possible with sundowners. Spa treatments are available, for guests who want a relaxed counterpart to the classic safari.
Jabali Ridge, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Jabali Ridge is a luxury camp nestled in a rocky outcrop overlooking the stunning Mwagusi River and Ikuka escarpment in Ruaha National Park. Jabali Ridge luxury safari camp consists of 8 raised suites, including a family house (children from 5 years are welcome) that are spacious and airy, topped with thatched roofs, and surrounded by wooden shutters that open it up to the views. All beds are king-sized for maximum comfort and all are fitted with en-suite bathrooms with flushing toilets and rain showers. There is a spectacular four-way infinity pool that overlooks the baobab valley, a spa offering pampering treatments, a gin bar to tempt you with pre-and post-dinner refreshment, Wi-Fi access, and plenty of space to unwind when you aren’t on safari. There is an abundance of activities for you to enjoy at Jabali Ridge Camp, and the friendly staff will be more than happy to help organize these for you. Some of our favorites include: Morning and afternoon game drives in open-sided 4X4s led by professional guides who take you into the heart of the wildlife action.
Jongomero Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Jongomero Camp, Ruaha is a small luxury lodge located on the southern boundaries of Ruaha National Park in Tanzania. The camp is tucked below a dappled riverine canopy on the banks of the seasonal Jongomero river, a natural pathway for animals in search of water. Jongomero Camp is located 5 minutes drive from the Jongomero Airstrip. Approximate flight time from Dar es Salaam is between 1 hour 20 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes (depending on the type of aircraft and number of stops). The camp has 8 large and well-appointed tented suites, built on raised wooden platforms, under enormous thatched roofs that also encompass a spacious private deck that overlooks the dry riverbed. Positioned on one of the meanders, with sweeping views of the bank beyond, lies the camp bar, lounge, and restaurant; which comprises an open wooden terrace shaded by a high thatched roof with comfortable sofas and furniture made of reclaimed dhow wood. The camp also has a Swimming pool. Activities available from the camp include; Game Drives, Game Walks, Fly Camping, Birding, Swimming, etc.
Kichaka Private Camp - Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Kichaka Private Camp is a luxury permanent tented camp situated atop a remote ridge in the Eastern Corner of Ruaha National Park, one of the most pristine wildernesses in Tanzania. This stunning and luxurious camp blends in perfectly with its rocky backdrop overlooking perhaps the most scenic section of the entire Ruaha River valley. Kichaka Private has 3 en-suite, well-furnished tents holding a maximum of only 6 guests at a time. Each room consists of a central airy and spacious tent with a thatched roof and raised platform base, open in the day to allow for views and breeze, but closed in the night for safety and complete bug protection. Adjoining each tent sits a lavish bathroom complete with a flushing loo, bathtub, and outdoor shower and because there are never too many options on how one can refresh oneself, on the other side of the tent is your own personal plunge pool for that instant gratification after your morning activities. Other amenities include; 3 Tents, Complimentary Laundry, Flushing loo, Shower & Bathtub, Solar Powered Energy & In-Room Electricity.
Kichaka Zumbua Camp - Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Kichaka Zumbua Camp is a luxury permanent tented camp situated atop a remote ridge in the Eastern Corner of Ruaha National Park, one of the most pristine wildernesses in Tanzania. This stunning and luxurious camp blends in perfectly with its rocky backdrop overlooking perhaps the most scenic section of the entire Ruaha River valley. The elegant yet rustic rooms share sweeping views and are the perfect dwelling away from the hot sun when not out on safari. Each room consists of a central airy and spacious tent with a thatched roof and raised platform base, open in the day to allow for views and breeze, but closed in the night for safety and complete bug protection. Adjoining each tent sits a lavish bathroom complete with a flushing loo, bathtub, and outdoor shower and because there are never too many options on how one can refresh oneself, on the other side of the tent is your own personal plunge pool for that instant gratification after your morning activities. Other amenities include; 3 Tents, Complimentary Laundry, Flushing loo, Shower & Bathtub, Solar Powered Energy & In-Room Electricity.
Kichaka Untamed Camp - Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Kichaka Untamed Camp is a mobile tented camp situated in Ruaha National Park, one of the most pristine wildernesses in Tanzania. Scheduled flights from either Arusha or Dar-Es-Salaam. Mobility is the key here, the well-designed and lightweight fly camp allows for a few days' forays into the really wild sections of Ruaha Park, it can be erected within a few hours and allows us to drift deeper into the Wilderness. Kichaka Untamed easily opens up fresh walking and exploration areas without the need to travel big distances several times daily to return to Zumbua camp. Simple and basic yet perfectly comfortable, the fly camp can accommodate 6 guests in 3 tents each with adjoining private bucket showers and toilets. Travel cots ensure a good night's sleep, waking only for the night sounds before a full day's exploration. With a feel of complete informality, meals will be freshly-prepared on the campfire itself while you nurse a cold beer and contemplate the next day's activities. Activities at Kichaka Untamed Camp Include; Walking Safaris, Birding, Game Drives, Photography, Night Game Drives & Star Gazing
Kigelia Ruaha(Nomad), Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Kigelia Ruaha is a luxury bush camp set on the banks of the Ifuguru Sand River, set beneath the boughs of the Kigelia Africana also known as the (sausage tree) in the Eastern Region Of Ruaha National Park. Scheduled or Charter flight land at the Msembe airstrip which is the nearest airstrip followed by a 45 minutes drive to the camp. The camp has 6 tents furnished with locally crafted wooden furniture and en suite bathrooms with a wonderful safari-style outdoor bucket showers. One of the tents is the family tent which has two adjoining bedrooms. There is a camp kitchen, dining tent and campfire. Kigelia has an indoor and outdoor dining as well as fire-side sundowners in the shade of kigelia trees. Bush breakfasts are also provided. Enjoy activities like game drives, Birding and walking safaris. Kigelia’s lovely location is also an attractive spot for local birdlife and many an early morning or afternoon can be spent wondering around camp with a pair of binoculars to see what’s around.
Kwihala Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Kwihala Camp is set in the Mwagusi area on the Northern part of Ruaha National Park and is perfectly positioned for excellent wildlife viewing. The park is home to buffalo, elephants, a large lion population, a cheetah, and over 500 species of birds that can be spotted on action-packed game drives through Ruaha National Park. 6 tents are well spaced and have beds, a tabled dressing table, an in-room lockable box, and hanging space. The bathrooms are en-suite with bucket showers and flushing toilets. The main tent is small, elegant and very comfortable. It is designed simply with locally made tapestries adorning the canvas walls. From the main tent, you can see the pathways leading off through the bush to the secluded guest tents and dining areas. The camp itself is very small, which makes the service extremely personalized. Activities at Kwihala Camp in the Ruaha National Park, include game excursions conducted in specialized safari vehicles, and the adventure is offered twice a day, night game drives, and guided walking safaris. Camp opens from 1 June to 15 March.
Mabata Makali Luxury Tented Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Mabata Makali Luxury Tented Camp is situated in Idodi Village, at the border of Ruaha National Park and 28 km from Msembe Air Strip. There is an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities shared kitchen, shared lounge, onsite restaurant and bar. All the rooms have clothes rack and balcony. Enjoy activities like walking safari.
Mdonya Old River Tented Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Mdonya Old River Tented Camp is situated along the Mdonya sand-river, in the heart of Ruaha National Park. There are daily flights with Coastal Aviation both from Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar as well as Serengeti. For Mdonya Old River Camp landing and taking off is from Msembe airstrip in Ruaha National Park. There are 12 en-suite tents; 10 double safari tents and 2 family safari tents. The tents are set under the large sycamore figs and Faidherbia albida.Each traditional safari tent is comfortably furnished, catering for solo travelers, couples or families. All the tents have ensuite bathrooms with dressing room, open-roofed solar heated shower and separate flush toilets. Mdonya tents can be modified to host families, adding an extra tent room on the veranda.Game drives are flexible and not limited by any schedule! Guests get a chance to see the breathtaking mosaic of ecosystems, from the river pools to the acacia grasslands and wooden forests. Enjoy every second of the beauty of Ruaha with Mdonya’s bush breakfasts, bush lunches and sundowners, on a open game viewing vehicle!.
Mwagusi Safari Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Mwagusi Safari Camp is an exclusive tented camp nestled on the bank of the Mwagusi River, in the Ruaha National Park. The camp about 35km from the main park gate, 16km from Msembe airstrip and 120km or 3 hours drive from Iringa town. Built mostly from natural materials such as grass thatch, timber, drift wood, stones and reeds perfectly blending with its surroundings. Mwagusi Safari Camp consists of 13 large spacious guest tents or bandas. Each banda has en-suite facilities with flushing toilet, an unlimited supply of hot water, shower, sink, shelving, a large mirror and good night-time lighting. All the “bandas” are built into the sandy banks of the Mwagusi River providing their own private and secluded view. There is an onsite restaurant and bar. The main dining area is built looking onto the riverbed and has two large and comfortable seating areas where you can relax with an afternoon drink. Enjoy activities such as safari walks, camp bird walk, Night and day game drives.
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge is a 3-star lodge situated on the slopes of Ideremle Mountain and 5 km from Tungamalenga village. The lodge is a mere 15 km from the gate of Ruaha National Park which has some of Tanzania’s richest concentrations of animal, bird, and plant life. The nearest airport is Kuro Airstrip is approximately 416.7km away. The lodge offers 27 cottages(standard cottages, family cottages, group cottages & luxury utulivu mbunguni cottages) for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups. Facilities include an open-plan reception area, dining room, and Free Wi-Fi. The lodge has a restaurant, bar and large terrace from where enjoy the spectacular African sunrise and sunset. The restaurant with the view of the park serves different cuisines both international and African- inspired meals that meet guests' choice. The viewing deck is the perfect venue to enjoy a sundowner while observing the spectacular panoramic views. Giraffes, elephants, baboons, and kudus can often be seen from the deck. Enjoy activities like village visits, bird watching, walking safaris, Hot Air Balloon Safaris, Game Drives, and Cultural Tours.
Ruaha River Lodge, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Ruaha River Lodge is a 3-star lodge set along the Great Ruaha River, in Ruaha National Park. The only ‘lodge’ in the Ruaha. The Lodge is located about 30 minutes game drive away from the Msembe airstrip. Ruaha River Lodge consists of 24 stone chalets stretching along the river bank. Each chalet has stunning views from a large veranda out the front, while the huge interiors feature a sitting area, writing desk, and either twin or double beds. At the rear of each chalet is a large bathroom decorated with found timber, a shower, and double basins. There is an onsite restaurant, bar, outdoor pool, and camping site. The restaurant serves a variety of dishes using fresh organic produce from the lodge’s Highland farm. Drinks are served around a campfire on the river bank, or high up in the elevated bar with spectacular views over the river. Laundry services are available on request. Activities include walking safaris accompanied by an armed ranger, game drives, and fly-camping in dome tents with a separate toilet and bucket shower.
Tandala Tented Camp, Ruaha National Park – Tanzania
Tandala Tented Camp is an owner-run camp situated near Mdweka Sand River in the heart of Ruaha National Park. The camp is outside Ruaha National park and 5km from the Park Main gate in southern Tanzania. Camp is named after the majestic antelope, the greater and Lesser Kudu, who frequents the surrounding area. There are 11 luxury tents with en-suite bathrooms at the back of each tent. Each tent has a verandah, wardrobe, and a writing desk. All lighting is provided by 24 hr solar and each tent stands at least eight meters away from the next ensuring absolute seclusion and privacy. The en-suite bathroom at the back of each tent is enclosed in thatch and rockwork overviewing the bush. Hot showers are provided by gas or solar. At the front of each room is a sizable verandah with comfortable seating perfect for relaxing in private to watch out for a game along the Mdweka sand river. The camp features an onsite restaurant, bar, and an outdoor pool. Activities available are game drives, nature walks swimming, and birdwatching in the park.