– Arrive at the nearest airport (such as Iringa Airport or Dodoma Airport) or park airstrip from Zanzibar and transfer to your accommodation near Ruaha National Park.
– Settle in and take some time to relax and familiarize yourself with the surroundings.
– Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy an afternoon game drive within the park.
Accommodations: Budget Camping/ Mid-range hotel/ luxury lodge.
– Start your day early with a hearty breakfast at your lodge/camp.
– Embark on a full-day game drive within Ruaha National Park, which is known for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.
– Explore different areas of the park, including riverine habitats, open grasslands, and baobab-studded landscapes.
– Keep an eye out for the park’s abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and numerous bird species.
– Enjoy a packed lunch in the wilderness to maximize your time in the park.
Accommodations: Budget Camping/ Mid-range hotel/ luxury lodge
– After breakfast, embark on a guided walking safari within the park.
– Experience the thrill of being on foot in the wilderness, accompanied by an experienced guide who will share their knowledge of the local flora and fauna.
– Learn about the traditional uses of plants, animal tracking, and the smaller details often missed during game drives.
– Interact with local communities residing near the park, experiencing their culture, traditions, and way of life.
Accommodations: Budget Camping/ Mid-range hotel/ luxury lodge.
– After breakfast, enjoy a river safari along the Great Ruaha River, which offers a unique perspective on the park’s wildlife and birdlife.
– Observe animals coming to the river to drink, including hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
– Return to your lodge/camp for lunch and some relaxation time.
– In the late afternoon, embark on a night game drive to discover the park’s nocturnal creatures, such as lions on the prowl, hyenas, genets, and bush babies.
Accommodations: Budget Camping/ Mid-range hotel/ luxury lodge.
– Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and savor your last moments in the wilderness of Ruaha National Park.
– Depending on your departure time, you may have the opportunity for a short morning game drive or some relaxation time.
– Check out from your lodge/camp and transfer to the nearest airport for your onward journey or continue with your planned itinerary.
Accommodations: No accommodation its end of the tour.
INCLUSIONS
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Park fees
- Tanapa fees
- Conservation fees
- All activities (unless labelled as optional)
- All accommodation as started in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation unless labeled as optional
- All meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
EXCLUDES
- International flight (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance and medical reparation
- Alcoholic drinks
- Items of personal nature
- Tips (Tipping guideline usd 20.00 per person per day