Tanzania’s largest national park and one of Africa’s last true wilderness destinations. The Great Ruaha River is the lifeblood of the park — it draws enormous concentrations of elephant, buffalo and predators during the dry season, and resident hippo and crocodile year-round. Wild dog are regularly sighted here. Guiding standards are exceptionally high, and visitor numbers are among the lowest of any major African park.
Ratings
Wildlife Density: ★★★★☆ Infrastructure: ★★☆☆☆ Photography: ★★★★★
Adventure: ★★★★★ Exclusivity: ★★★★★ Value for Money: ★★★★☆ Scenery: ★★★★★
Key wildlife: Lion (large prides), leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, wild dog (regular), greater kudu, lesser kudu, sable antelope, roan antelope, hippo, crocodile, ground hornbill, 570+ birds
Best for: Wild dog, serious safari enthusiasts, walking safaris, true wilderness, expert guiding
Best time: June–October (dry season, wildlife at rivers, best for wild dog)
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