Ruaha
is one of the country's most outstanding wilderness area. It is the second
largest National Park, covering an area of 20,226 sq.km located in
south-central Tanzania. During the dry season, when game viewing is at its
best, animals are drawn to the Great Ruaha River and other water sources. The
name Ruaha was derived from the Hehe word called ''Luhava'' meaning the great
river.
Tourism activities
Various
activities are available in the park, such as day and night game drive, walking
safari, cultural tourism, bush meal, bird watching, star gazing, balloon safari
and picnicking. Walking
Safari This activity
takes a visitor more close to nature as it provides a chance of tracking
animals by their footprints, stopping to admire birdlife in the trees, and
watching smaller creatures and their behaviors. Game drive Venture into the
pristine wilderness of the Ruaha in a 4*4 safari vehicle hosted by experts. The
Park is hailed for its vast herds of buffalo which roam the magnificent plains
as well as for its flourishing elephants, lions, leopards , crocodiles and
hippo populations. Night game drive A night drive gives you the opportunity
to see Ruaha like never before with a chance of seeing nocturnal wildlife and
predators when they are more active. Filming and Photographing The Park makes the best place for
professional filming and photographing Balloon safari Experience hot air balloon safaris and
enjoy spectacular aerial game viewing and remarkable landscapes Bush meal Visitors can enjoy taking their meals at
the middle of the bush after a short or long day game drive Cultural
and Historical sites The Mkwawa
Museum, Isimila Stone age site and natural pillar, Mapenza grave, Nyanywa,
Ganga la Mafunyo and Idinda rock painting will add unforgettable story tales on
your visit.
