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Private safari journey · Tanzania

3-Day Fly-In Safari in Tanzania’s Ruaha National Park

Fly from Zanzibar to Ruaha National Park for game drives through baobab landscapes and an afternoon wildlife drive along the Great Ruaha River.

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Duration
3 days
2 stops
Stays
1 stay
Guide price
From US$2,025
per person
Best for
Mid-range tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Escape from Zanzibar to the untamed wilderness of Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and one of Africa’s best-kept safari secrets. Experience thrilling game drives through breathtaking landscapes, encounter large elephant herds, majestic lions, leopards, cheetahs, and diverse birdlife, while enjoying an authentic safari far from the crowds for an unforgettable Southern Tanzania adventure.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle, pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & air transfer We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Mid-range tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 1 year

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Zanzibar to Msembe Airstrip (Ruaha National Park)

Your Southern Tanzania adventure begins with a scenic morning air transfer from Zanzibar to the magnificent Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most untouched wildlife sanctuary. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and set off on an exciting game drive through the park’s breathtaking landscapes of baobab trees, rolling hills, and the Great Ruaha River Keep your camera ready as you search for large elephant herds, powerful lion, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, zebra, antelopes, and over 570 bird species. Around midday, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at a scenic location within the park before continuing your afternoon game drive to explore more of Ruaha’s diverse ecosystems and remarkable wildlife. As the golden African sunset paints the wilderness, drive to your lodge. Relax with a refreshing drink, enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind beneath the star-filled African sky, preparing for another unforgettable day in the wild.
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ruaha NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
02Day 2

Day 2

Ruaha National Park

Begin your day with an early breakfast before setting out on a thrilling morning game drive through the untouched wilderness of Ruaha. As the sun rises over the vast savannah, witness wildlife at its most active while exploring the park's diverse habitats. Search for impressive wildlife, African wild dogs, and an incredible variety of birdlife. Your experienced guide will lead you to the best wildlife viewing areas, sharing fascinating insights into the park's unique ecosystem and its remarkable biodiversity After enjoying a picnic lunch, continue your adventure with an afternoon game drive along the Great Ruaha River. Discover more hidden corners of this unspoiled wilderness, admire the iconic landscapes and capture unforgettable photographs as the golden afternoon light transforms the scenery. As evening approaches, return to your lodge for a well-deserved dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the African bush.
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ruaha NP
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
03Day 3

Day 3

Ruaha National Park

Wake up to the peaceful sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy a hearty breakfast before embarking on your final morning game drive in the spectacular Ruaha National Park. Take advantage of the cool morning hours, when wildlife is most active, for one last chance to encounter the park's incredible animals, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Capture your final photographs as you soak in the breathtaking scenery of Tanzania's largest national park. After an unforgettable safari experience, bid farewell to the untamed wilderness of Ruaha and transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled air transfer back to Zanzibar. As you fly over Tanzania's stunning landscapes, reflect on the extraordinary wildlife encounters, spectacular scenery, and unforgettable memories that will stay with you long after your Southern Tanzania safari adventure comes to an end.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

Ruaha River Lodge Days 1 to 2 · 2 nights

Ruaha River Lodge

Ruaha National Park

Mid-range lodge inside Ruaha NP

2 nights Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All flights during the tour
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates and dates

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From

US$2,025

per person

Guide price

US$2,025 per person

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Journey details

Best for

Mid-range tour

Private tour

Journey pace

1 stay

2 nights across 3 days.

Rooms

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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