Day Trip Adventure Ruaha National Park
Ruaha Day Trip from Iringa – Wildlife Safari
What to Expect on a Day Trip Tour in Ruaha National Park
During a day trip safari to Ruaha National Park, you can expect a thrilling wildlife experience with the following highlights:
Scenic Drive:
- Enjoy a scenic 3-4 hour drive through rural Tanzania landscapes en route to Ruaha.
Game Drives in Ruaha:
- Embark on guided game drives exploring iconic areas rich in elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and potentially predators like leopards and cheetahs.
- Spot a variety of bird species unique to the park.
Wildlife Encounters:
- Experience close-up wildlife sightings in their natural habitat, often during morning and late afternoon when animals are most active.
Picnic Lunch:
- Typically includes a packed lunch in designated picnic areas within the park to enjoy amidst nature.
Beautiful Scenery:
- Marvel at the park’s diverse landscapes, including plains, hills, and the Ruaha River, home to many animals.
Afternoon Return:
- Leave the park late afternoon to travel back to Iringa, arriving by evening.
Best time to visit Ruaha National Park
Activities: Game Drive
Days: 1 Nights: 0
Ruaha National Park: Itinerary Breakdown
- Early Morning Departure:
- Leave Iringa around 6:00-7:00 AM to maximise your time in the park.
- Arrival at Ruaha National Park:
- Arrive by 9:00-10:00 AM.
- Enter the park through a convenient gate, Msembe
- Morning Game Drive:
- Explore areas known for abundant wildlife like elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras.
- Lunch/Rest Break:
- We provide a picnic lunch inside the park.
- Find a designated picnic area or enjoy a packed lunch approved for park use.
- Afternoon Game Drive:
- Continue your safari to catch wildlife activity during more incredible hours.
- Return to Iringa:
- Aim to leave Ruaha by late afternoon to return comfortably before dark, around 5:00-6:00 PM.
- Meal plan:
- lunch
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation on this day.
Book Your Ruaha Safari with Kanuth Adventure Safaris Today
- Bring binoculars, a camera, a hat, sunscreen, and comfortable clothing.
- Look out for rare species and enjoy the peaceful wilderness.
- Remember the park’s rules and respect wildlife.
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Included in Price:
- All activities as per the itinerary
- All meals as per itinerary (3 a day unless otherwise stated)
- All transfers to and from agreed pick up and drop off points (e.g. Airport, Bus Station or hotel in town etc.)
- Service of an English speaking driver/guide
- Safari base 4×4 Vehicle with open roof for game viewing (sometimes a saloon car or other SUV for excursions in town etc.)
- Driver’s salary and allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
- Bottled mineral water
- All Government taxes
- All National Park Fees
Excluded in Price:
- Extras, personal expenses i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
- Optional activities not outlined on the itinerary
- International flights & corresponding taxes
- Visa
- Flying doctors rescue services
- Travel, medical, injury and luggage insurances
- Tips to the driver & guides ($ 15- 20)
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions (above)
