Birds Watching
The park is one of the Tanzania bird paradises with more than 571 bird species and some of them are known to be migrants from within and outside Africa.
Migrating species from Europe, Asia, the Australian rim, and Madagascar have been recorded in the park.
Species of interest in the park include Ruaha red-billed hornbill (Tokus ruahae) which is dominant in the area.
The recently annexed wetland, the Usangu Basin is one of the country’s important bird areas (IBA) as recognized by Birdlife International.
Though birds can be seen all year round, the best time for bird watching is during the wet season.
Wildlife Sighting
Ruaha is believed to have a higher concentration of elephants than any national park in East Africa.
It is also a place where magnificent mammals like Kudu (both Greater and Lesser), Sable, and Roan antelopes can easily be spotted in Miombo woodland.
The male Kudu have beautiful spiraled horns while the male Sable antelope have impressive curved horns.
The park is also a habitat for endangered wild dogs. Other animals in the park include lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, elands, impalas, bat-eared foxes, and Jackals.
Nature walk
Walking in Ruaha national park offers the unique experience of exploring the wild on foot, these are offered by the different hikes made within the grasslands, and along the riverbanks, as you see different wildlife.
During the walking various wildlife like animals for example rhinos, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, hyenas, cheetahs, buffalos, butterflies, insects, plants, and birds are quietly and closely observed.
Apart from wildlife, the walks give you a clear sight and feel of the beautiful sceneries and landforms of this park.
These walks are led by an armed experienced guide, so be assured of your safety.
Accommodations in Ruaha National Park
When it comes to accommodation we have the best suggestions for safari camps in Ruaha National Park and outside of the park.
Something to learn about overnight stay within the park you will be subjected to overnight fees commonly known as concession fees.
So if you feel you want to save some you better opt to overnight outside the park but very near to the gate entrance.
Despite that, we have the best collection of mid-range and luxurious camps with the park. We invite you to take a look for more details. Enjoy the ride with us!