Ruaha National Park is a prime example of untrammeled wilderness in the central heart of Tanzania. This rugged and semi-arid brush country is fed by the Ruaha River and is an ideal place to take a safari vacation. In addition to breathtaking scenery, Ruaha boasts incredible animal life. Make sure to keep your camera handy when you visit Ruaha National Park!
If you are looking for elephants, one of the most iconic animals of Africa, then Ruaha National Park is the place to visit. The park is home to the largest population of elephants in any East African natural reserve. Nearly ten thousand of these majestic animals can be found scattered across the park. Observing the matriarchal groups as they huddle under the baobab trees protecting their young is a fantastic sight to see on your safari.
All of the wildlife in the park is drawn to the Ruaha River. This water source is the lifeblood of Ruaha National Park. It is a raging torrent during the height of the rainy season, but it dwindles to a scattering of pools when the rains abate. These pools are the congregating places of a great number of thirsty animals. There are plenty of game-viewing trails along the Ruaha River so that you can see the rich diversity of wildlife that Ruaha has to offer.
This concentration of thirsty herbivores draws an incredible number of hungry predators. Large prides of lions hunt in Ruaha as well as cheetah, leopard, hyena. In addition, you can see packs of the extremely endangers African wild dog. These predators come for the abundant hunting around the water sources in Ruaha National Park.
Ruaha National Park is a treasure of Tanzania. There are few places where you will be able to enjoy such a wide variety of wildlife. Begin planning your safari adventure and get ready to enjoy some amazing sights.