Reviews of safaris to Ruaha National Park
490 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Ruaha.
Mr & Mrs G
Brockham
"brilliant all round"
I visited Tanzania between 16 Jul 2016 and 27 Jul 2016
"We'd recommend this entire trip to everyone, despite the cost! Highlight was Mahale National Park and Greystoke. Selous we were very impressed with, regarding the amount of wildlife we saw. Location of the camp excellent but we'd choose a smaller camp in future."
Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms D
Ireland
"Wonderful trip to Tanzania and Zambia"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 30 Jun 2016 and 16 Jul 2016
"A wonderful trip! It was interesting to combine Tanzania and Zambia for the variety of wildlife sightings and changes in landscapes.
Many thanks to Claire Scott (EA) for organising it all, and especially for recommending Kigelia in Ruaha, it is an amazing place! Glad I visited Selous before Ruaha as it only got better! Chongwe River Camp in Lower Zambezi still remains my favourite camp. The team from Tours Africa in Lusaka airport also deserves a mention for being so helpful at arrivals and during transfers.
This trip was a fantastic experience from start to finish!
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Not sure you could raise standards any higher!
Third time I have used EA and have never been disappointed. Already looking forward to booking my next trip with your team in the future." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Many thanks to Claire Scott (EA) for organising it all, and especially for recommending Kigelia in Ruaha, it is an amazing place! Glad I visited Selous before Ruaha as it only got better! Chongwe River Camp in Lower Zambezi still remains my favourite camp. The team from Tours Africa in Lusaka airport also deserves a mention for being so helpful at arrivals and during transfers.
This trip was a fantastic experience from start to finish!
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Not sure you could raise standards any higher!
Third time I have used EA and have never been disappointed. Already looking forward to booking my next trip with your team in the future." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms R
Peterborough
"Amazing Experience. Trip of a lifetime"
I visited Tanzania between 24 Jun 2016 and 1 Jul 2016
"Whole trip was smooth, exciting, and a true taste of Africa, that we want to experience again. The organisation and help given to us was always first class, and Expert Africa were patient with our queries along the way.
Ruaha is a diverse and beautiful reserve, and you feel like a spectator in a wildlife documentary.
Mwagusi is superb, a five star hotel in a river bed I think that the bar is now set high and we look forward to visiting Africa again.
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We cannot think of anything that could be improved that is within the control of Expert Africa." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari
Ruaha is a diverse and beautiful reserve, and you feel like a spectator in a wildlife documentary.
Mwagusi is superb, a five star hotel in a river bed I think that the bar is now set high and we look forward to visiting Africa again.
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We cannot think of anything that could be improved that is within the control of Expert Africa." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Sussex
"Tanzania/Rwanda Safari trip - Jun/Jul 2016"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 21 Jun 2016 and 9 Jul 2016
"Outstanding trip overall, perfectly matching our expectations.
James at Expert Africa listened and probed as to what we wanted and expected from our first safari experience, and then put together several itinerary options that would meet our needs. He was able to answer all our questions, and to provide us with lots of additional information that helped us in selecting the final choices for our Safari holiday." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
James at Expert Africa listened and probed as to what we wanted and expected from our first safari experience, and then put together several itinerary options that would meet our needs. He was able to answer all our questions, and to provide us with lots of additional information that helped us in selecting the final choices for our Safari holiday." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A
Great Falls
"Absolutely incredible experience"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Jun 2016 and 13 Jul 2016
"I generally plan my trips myself without a lot of input from agents. This time I relied heavily on your company and felt I was well rewarded for doing so. I never would have visited Akagera, Katavi, Mahale, Ruaha, or the Selous on my own. I likely would have confined my itinerary in Tanzania to the Serengeti and maybe Ngorongoro Crater. I'm really lucky to have taken James' advice.
In fact, one of my guides in the Serengeti was extremely impressed with my chosen itinerary, commenting that he didn't see many tourists who went that route.
Again, I'm very grateful for your help and would highly recommend your company in the future." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 20 on a Tanzania safari
In fact, one of my guides in the Serengeti was extremely impressed with my chosen itinerary, commenting that he didn't see many tourists who went that route.
Again, I'm very grateful for your help and would highly recommend your company in the future." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 20 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A
Exeter
"My Jun 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 15 Jun 2016 and 24 Jun 2016
"All went well through the whole trip, would have been nice to be able to have spent a day in Dar as an extra day.
As I said before everyone was helpful and friendly, the guides were excellent, again the only down side was the day flight back to Heathrow, but that out of your control.
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Well done all, would recommend you to any of my friends thinking about a trip to Africa." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
As I said before everyone was helpful and friendly, the guides were excellent, again the only down side was the day flight back to Heathrow, but that out of your control.
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Well done all, would recommend you to any of my friends thinking about a trip to Africa." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs C
Cambridge
"TANZANIA TO ZANZIBAR"
I visited Tanzania and 2 other countries between 14 Jun 2016 and 6 Jul 2016
"By ignoring the Zanzibar 5 nights I can leave the trip at Very Satisfactory. While agreeing we needed a rest after all the early starts, 3 days here would have been more than enough, though in truth it was completely the wrong call."
Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 15 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
MW&JS
UK
"Ruaha again -but this time in June"
I visited Tanzania between 13 Jun 2016 and 24 Jun 2016
"Ruaha has a lot to offer in June which is a transition month between the dry and green seasons and as such is chilly in the mornings and evenings but lovely and warm during the day.
While game is a bit more difficult to see at this time, nevertheless it is far more abundant in the Mwagusi area rather than in the Jongomero area.
Of the two camps Jongomero is more luxurious and while its isolated position means there are no vehicles from other camps, this isn't the most important criterion for a true wilderness experience. For those who prioritise guiding and camp atmosphere (together with essential comforts) Kwihala offers a better all round wilderness experience, more fun and better value for money" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
While game is a bit more difficult to see at this time, nevertheless it is far more abundant in the Mwagusi area rather than in the Jongomero area.
Of the two camps Jongomero is more luxurious and while its isolated position means there are no vehicles from other camps, this isn't the most important criterion for a true wilderness experience. For those who prioritise guiding and camp atmosphere (together with essential comforts) Kwihala offers a better all round wilderness experience, more fun and better value for money" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr H & Ms E
London
"Great return to Tanzania"
I visited Tanzania between 6 Jun 2016 and 16 Jun 2016
"This was yet another great trip with Expert Africa. You are our Go To travel company.
It was great to be back in Tanzania and we split our time between the Selous and Ruaha. We chose to stay in just two camps and that paid off as we got to know the staff and the areas a bit better. The camps complemented each other well - Sand Rivers is more obviously luxurious while Mwagusi is very comfortable but keeps a welcome sense of the bush and the 'old days'.
We went at the very beginning of the dry season - the up side was there were fewer guests there; the down side was the bush was still very green and dense so our guides had to work a bit harder to find the game - but we saw loads!
Expert Africa, you maintained your usual high standards and everything ran smoothly. Thanks again!
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Keep going! Keep specialising in Africa. Keep a real range of camps - the basic and the old-fashioned are an endangered species these days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
It was great to be back in Tanzania and we split our time between the Selous and Ruaha. We chose to stay in just two camps and that paid off as we got to know the staff and the areas a bit better. The camps complemented each other well - Sand Rivers is more obviously luxurious while Mwagusi is very comfortable but keeps a welcome sense of the bush and the 'old days'.
We went at the very beginning of the dry season - the up side was there were fewer guests there; the down side was the bush was still very green and dense so our guides had to work a bit harder to find the game - but we saw loads!
Expert Africa, you maintained your usual high standards and everything ran smoothly. Thanks again!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Keep going! Keep specialising in Africa. Keep a real range of camps - the basic and the old-fashioned are an endangered species these days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms M
Canada
"Incredibly satisfied with Expert Africa"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 6 Jun 2016 and 22 Jun 2016
"My trip was incredible. If I had to do it all over again, I would not change a thing. If I ever get a chance to go to Africa again ( I really hope to!) I will absolutely use Expert Africa and Elizabeth Chapman to help me with my planning and booking again!
I am 110% satisfied and will recommend you in Canada!
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Keep up the good work!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
I am 110% satisfied and will recommend you in Canada!
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Keep up the good work!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Where to stay in Ruaha
Our suggestions for safari camps in Ruaha National Park
Mdonya Old River Camp
Designed with simplicity in mind, Mdonya River Camp focuses on a great wilderness experience rather than creature comforts.
Mwagusi Safari Camp
Mwagusi is a long-established, permanent, tented safari camp, on an attractive bend of the seasonal Mwagusi River.
Kwihala Camp
Kwihala is a permanent tented camp in Ruaha National Park, offering a high level of comfort and guiding in a natural setting.
Ikuka Safari Camp
Upmarket and stylish, Ikuka Safari Camp is set high on an escarpment with spectacular panoramic views over Ruaha National Park.
Jongomero Camp
A stylish and luxurious camp in a remote part of Ruaha, Jongomero offers excellent guiding and service in a remote, wilderness area.
Kigelia Camp
Kigelia is a stylish tented camp, set amid a grove of sausage trees, and combining a simple set-up with comforts and luxury.
Kichaka Expeditions
In a remote corner of Ruaha, Kichaka is a private mobile camp focusing on superbly guided walking safaris.
Ruaha River Lodge
In a lovely location beside a rocky river, the unpretentious Ruaha River Lodge is the largest and most economical camp in Ruaha National Park.
Kichaka Zumbua
Kichaka Zumbua is a small, luxurious camp offering on outstanding walking safaris in a remote area of Ruaha.
Jabali Ridge
One of Ruaha's most luxurious camps, Jabali Ridge nestles among kopjes and baobabs, with beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Jabali Private House
Jabali Private House in Ruaha National Park provides luxurious accommodation for private groups booked on an exclusive basis.
Jongomero Walking
Fly-camping and walking safaris from Jongomero Camp give you the chance to explore remote safari areas in Ruaha National Park.
Asanja Ruaha
Asanja Ruaha Ndembo is a smart new safari lodge in a picturesque setting overlooking the Great Ruaha River.
