Tanzania’s least accessible park and, because of its isolation, the area hasn’t changed and is a safari enthusiast’s paradise. More than 400 bird species that are not found in northern Tanzania can be observed by bird watchers, and photographers will find the river, breathtaking gorges, and towering trees particularly captivating.
The Great Ruaha River, along with its numerous seasonal tributaries and pools, is the lifeblood of the park. Its semi-arid landscape is home to some of the largest elephant herds in any national park in East Africa. Large prides of lion, leopard, and cheetah provide for exciting game viewing, but the wildlife that is unique to this park – the African Wild Dog, the Sable and Roan antelope, the unusually large and lesser Kudu, as well as a healthy population of plains game, buffalo, and giraffe – is what really excites visitors. Ruaha’s colourful birds are another noteworthy aspect of the park. More than 540 species, including both northern and southern migrants, have been identified.
