A meeting of North and South

The Ruaha National Park covers vast expanses of varied habitats, from baobab country, savannah and miombo woodland to forested rocky hills. Visitors can observe a unique transition in environment at this latitude, as the typical acacia woodland of Eastern Africa blends into the miombo forests of Southern Africa. The park has an elaborate river system that is dominated by the Ruaha river, which sustains abundant wildlife.

Everything is larger here

One of the park’s major highlights is the large number of predators that it is home to: lions, leopard, cheetah and hunting dogs. Also referred to as African wild dogs, they are formidable predators that hunt in packs. Hunting dogs display high levels of cooperation in caring for the sick and wounded among them. Ruaha National Park has one of the largest populations of African Wild Dogs on earth. Sighting this endangered species here is common. The elusive lesser kudu and greater kudu can be found here, along with the rare sable and roan antelopes. The Ruaha river offers year around water supply and sustains a large population of elephants (numbering over 10,000). Other common sightings include waterbuck, bushbuck, impala and large buffalo herds.

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A river runs through it

The defining feature of Nyerere National Park is the river systems that flow into it from the surrounding highlands. As these rivers lose altitude, they move towards each other and convene to become the Rufiji river. The Rufiji meanders its way towards the Indian ocean, and over time, this massive body of water has chiselled features into the land such as gorges, lakes, swamps and marshes, all of which make for a very dramatic landscape. The river systems attract and sustain a diverse range of wildlife and vegetation. Nyerere National Park is one of the few places in Tanzania where it is possible to go on a boat safari along the river and its tributaries, an incredible experience that gives a unique perspective on the wildlife.

Plenty to see

The varying vegetation zones add a whole other dimension of flora, ranging from dense thickets to open wooded grassland scattered with palm trees. In terms of wildlife, one of the main attractions is the chance to see hunting dogs, which have become rare in other parks. Sightings of large predators like lions, leopards and hyenas are common in this park. The park also boasts a large population of African elephants, hippopotami, crocodiles and cape buffalo, along with an impressive number of antelopes and gazelles.

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Apart from elephants, the river sustains a large variety of herbivores including buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, and several gazelle species. The park is also home to a substantial population of predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas. It encompasses 2900 square kilometers of unique landscape dominated by mammoth, hard-wearing baobab trees which have become iconic of the park.

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Serengeti consists of mostly grass plains in the South and interspersed river systems and acacia woodland in the North. These rich grass plains are a result of ash deposited by volcanic activity along the Rift Valley, and they serve as home to some 3 million animals. The Serengeti has the largest documented population of large predators (lions, leopards, cheetah, hyenas and wild dogs). Within these grass plains the scattered kopjes – large metamorphic rock boulders or outcrops – act as a haven for animals from grass fires, predators and the heat.

The Great Migration is one of the more impressive sights that the Serengeti has to offer. Tourists visit to bear witness to key events along this journey, such as calving season and the Mara river crossing.  The Migration is a test of endurance for the animals, selecting the strong to survive and reproduce. Over the years Serengeti National Park has been featured a in several Disney movies and wildlife documentaries, gaining much exposure.

Serengeti Highlights

• Largest population of large predators on earth (Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hyenas)
• The Great Wildebeest migration.
• Elephants, Buffalo, Gazelles, Antelopes, and over 500 bird species.

Serengeti Facts

• 15,000 square kilometres
• Established in 1951
• UNESCO world heritage site
• Over 3 million animals

Serengeti Geography

• Treeless grass plains (south Serengeti)
• Acacia Woodland (north Serengeti)
• Mara, Grumeti, Mbalageti and Seronera river systems
• Kopjes (rock outcroppings)

How to get there

• By road, the Serengeti is usually part of the northern tour package.
• By bush plane; there are several flights in and out of the Serengeti. From Arusha it’s a 90 minutes flight to the Serengeti.

Serengeti on the map:

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What do we look for when selecting your safari accommodation?

• Our own experience

We have personally inspected and paid extensive visits to all of the accommodations in northern Tanzania that we book.

• Location

We only book accommodations in excellent locations, keeping your wishes and budget in mind.

• Local community support

If you are interested in supporting the local community or local good causes, we will be happy to book accommodations for you that are involved in local projects or help to fund local initiatives.

• Value for money

Our primary focus is on service and comfort. That being said, we always make sure that the price is reasonable.

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