Safari

3-Days Safari from Zanzibar by flight To Ruaha National Park Safari

Safari in national park: Ruaha

This 3-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar to Ruaha National Park offers a thrilling escape into the wild heart of Tanzania. Ruaha is the largest national park in the country, yet one of its least visited—making it a hidden gem for true safari lovers. Expect dramatic baobab-studded landscapes, big predator action, and some of the highest elephant concentrations in East Africa. With just a short flight from the Indian Ocean shores of Zanzibar, you’ll quickly transition from beach to bush, exploring the park through expertly guided game drives, spotting lions, leopards, wild dogs, and more. This short safari is ideal for couples, families, or solo travelers looking to combine Zanzibar’s beaches with a classic African safari.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar – Fly to Ruaha National Park & Afternoon Game Drive

You’ll be transferred from your Zanzibar accommodation to the airport for a morning scheduled flight to Ruaha National Park (typically via Dar es Salaam). Upon arrival at the airstrip, your safari guide will welcome you and transfer you to your lodge or tented camp, game driving en route. After check-in and lunch, head out for your first thrilling afternoon game drive. Expect to encounter elephants, kudu, buffaloes, and perhaps even a lion pride resting under baobab trees. Return to your lodge for sundowners, dinner, and overnight in the wild.
Accommodation
Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant

Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant

Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

After an early breakfast, embark on a full-day safari adventure exploring the diverse landscapes of Ruaha—from open savannah to riverine forests. This park is home to over 10,000 elephants, large prides of lions, and rare species such as African wild dogs and sable antelope. Break for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before continuing your search for wildlife in more remote areas of the park. Optionally, return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy a siesta before an afternoon drive. Dinner and overnight in your camp or lodge, under the star-studded African sky.
Accommodation
Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant

Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant

Ndutu Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Wifi

Swimming Pool

Wildlife Area

Laundry

Restaurant
Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Fly Back to Zanzibar

Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Ruaha while the wildlife is most active. After breakfast back at camp, you’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar. Depending on the flight schedule, lunch may be included before departure. Arrive in Zanzibar in the late afternoon or early evening and transfer to your beach hotel or next destination. This concludes your unforgettable bush escape in one of Tanzania’s wildest national parks.

Safari Cost Include

Transfers

All transfers as outlined in the program.

Accommodation & Meals

Accommodation in hotels and lodges as described in the program.
Meals as specified in the program.
Bottled water, soft drinks, hot coffee, and tea provided while on safari in the jeep.

Guiding & Game-Driving

Services of a certified and experienced English-speaking safari guide.
Comfortable 4×4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs, equipped with fridges, Wi-Fi, and power outlets.
All national park fees, including park entry and concession fees.
Free Wi-Fi availability in 60-75% of the traveled areas, depending on cell coverage in the wilderness.
24/7 phone support service for any assistance during the safari.
Emergency air ambulance services provided by AMREF Flying Doctors.
Binoculars (1 per vehicle) for enhanced wildlife viewing.
Onboard medical kit for added safety and convenience.

Safari Cost Excludes

Air tickets;
Visa fee;
Travel insurance;
Tips to your safari guide ($30-50 per day per car).

Please Note

By default, our tours include shared accommodation in twin/double rooms unless requested and agreed otherwise. Single supplements are available upon request. Please refer to the program for specific accommodation arrangements.
Accommodations in Moshi and Arusha typically include breakfast only, unless otherwise requested and agreed upon. Refer to the program for detailed meal plans for each night.
Most safari lodges do not include tea, coffee, soft drinks, or alcoholic beverages in their standard packages, allowing you to order and pay for only what you need directly at the hotel restaurants.
Tented lodges, the most common type of accommodation in the savannah, often operate on solar energy. This may result in features such as bucket showers, limited Wi-Fi, and the absence of hair dryers, as part of their efforts to minimize environmental impact. We encourage you to research the accommodations in your program to ensure the safari aligns with your travel preferences.

3 Days Safari

Starting from

$2300

per person*

Low season (April 1st - May 19th)

Tour Type

2 Pax

4 Pax

6+ Pax

Economy

$ 2257

$ 1841

$ 1702

Standard

$ 2958

$ 2528

$ 2384

Elite

$ 4073

$ 3643

$ 3500

Mid season (the rest of the year)

Tour Type

2 Pax

4 Pax

6+ Pax

Economy

$ 2449

$ 2032

$ 1893

Standard

$ 3082

$ 2652

$ 2508

Elite

$ 4433

$ 4003

$ 3859

High season (July + August + 20 Dec + 10 Jan)

Tour Type

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

Economy

$ 2472

$ 2055

Standard

$ 3452

$ 3021

$ 2878

Elite

$ 5789

$ 5359

$ 5216

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

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Safari

3-Days Safari from Zanzibar by flight To Ruaha National Park Safari

Safari in national park: Ruaha

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar – Fly to Ruaha National Park & Afternoon Game Drive

Accommodation

Ndutu Bush Camp

Ndutu Bush Camp

Ndutu Bush Camp

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Accommodation

Ndutu Bush Camp

Ndutu Bush Camp

Ndutu Bush Camp

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Fly Back to Zanzibar

Safari Cost Include

Safari Cost Excludes

3 Days Safari

Starting from

$2300

per person*

Low season (April 1st - May 19th)

Tour Type

2 Pax

4 Pax

6+ Pax

Economy

$ 2257

$ 1841

$ 1702

Standard

$ 2958

$ 2528

$ 2384

Elite

$ 4073

$ 3643

$ 3500

Mid season (the rest of the year)

Tour Type

2 Pax

4 Pax

6+ Pax

Economy

$ 2449

$ 2032

$ 1893

Standard

$ 3082

$ 2652

$ 2508

Elite

$ 4433

$ 4003

$ 3859

High season (July + August + 20 Dec + 10 Jan)

Tour Type

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

Economy

$ 2472

$ 2055

$ 2055

Standard

$ 3452

$ 3021

$ 2878

Elite

$ 5789

$ 5359

$ 5216

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