4 Days Ruaha Luxury Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar

This exclusive 4-day luxury fly-in safari from Zanzibar takes you to the wild and remote landscapes of Ruaha National Park — Tanzania’s largest national park and one of Africa’s last true wilderness areas. Known for its massive elephant population, large prides of lions, and rare antelope species, Ruaha offers an authentic safari experience away from the crowds. You will fly directly from Zanzibar to Ruaha, maximizing your time in the bush. Enjoy private game drives, luxury accommodation, and exceptional wildlife viewing along the Great Ruaha River. This safari is ideal for honeymooners, couples, and travelers seeking exclusivity and comfort combined with raw African wilderness.

Tour Features

Luxury Tour

This luxury tour features high-end lodges or exclusive tented camps with premium services.

Can Start Any Day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day of the year.

Fully Customizable

This tour can be completely customized based on your preferences and travel dates.

Fly in Safari

This tour is a fly-in to the park, reducing time by road.

Safari From Zanzibar

This Tour Starting From Zanzibar

Accommodation & Meals

This tour is priced using Luxury accommodations. Budget and Mid range options are available on request. Similar lodges or camps may be used depending on availability.

Day

Accommodation

Meals

Day 1&2&3

Mwagusi Safari Camp

Luxury

All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Activities & Transportation

Game Drives – Guided wildlife viewing in national parks and reserves.

Walking Safaris – Explore nature on foot with an armed ranger.

Photographic Safaris – Designed for photographers with extra time at sightings.

4×4 Safari Vehicle – Custom Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and window seats.

Private Safari Vehicle – Exclusive use of the car for your group.

Domestic Flights – Fly-in to the parks .

Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

Rates Per Person

Start dates	Solo (1 room)	2 people (1 room)	3 people (2 rooms)	4 people (2 rooms)	5 people (3 rooms)	6 people (3 rooms)	7+ people
High Season (June–Oct & Dec–Feb)	USD 3650 /p.p	USD 3020/ pp	USD 2760/ pp	USD 2630/ pp	USD 2550/ pp	USD 2490/ pp	Get Quote
Low Season (March–May & November)	USD 3350/ pp	USD 2,780/ pp	USD 2,520/ pp	USD 2,390/ pp	USD 2,310/ pp	USD 2,210/ pp	Get Quote

Included

Private 4x4 safari vehicle + professional driver-guide
All park fees & conservation charges
All Domestic flight
Drinking water in the safari vehicle

Excluded

International flights & visas
Tips & personal expenses
Travel insurance

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Zanzibar.
Return domestic flights between Zanzibar and Ruaha are included.
Airport transfers in Zanzibar are included.

Day 1

Fly from Zanzibar to Ruaha National Park

Morning transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your scheduled flight to Ruaha National Park (approx. 2–3 hours including stopover). Upon arrival at Ruaha airstrip, your professional safari guide will meet you and begin your first game drive en route to your luxury lodge. Ruaha is famous for: Large elephant herds High concentration of lions Leopards and cheetahs Greater and Lesser kudu Wild dogs (rare but possible) Over 570 bird species Enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Great Ruaha River, where wildlife gathers for water. Dinner and overnight at luxury lodge inside Ruaha.

Main Destination: Fly from Zanzibar to Ruaha National Park

Accommodation: Mwagusi Safari Camp

Luxury Accommodation

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch and Dinner

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha

After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with packed lunch. Ruaha’s ecosystem includes: Baobab-dotted plains Riverine forest Rocky escarpments Seasonal riverbeds This park is less crowded than Serengeti, offering exclusive sightings and longer wildlife encounters. You may witness: Lion prides hunting Elephant families crossing the river Buffalo herds Rare sable and roan antelope Optional: Sundowner experience at scenic viewpoint (depending on lodge policy). Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Main Destination: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha

Accommodation: Mwagusi Safari Camp

Luxury Accommodation

Meals & Drinks:

All Meals included

Day 3

Game Drive & Optional Walking Safari

Early morning game drive when predators are most active. Return for breakfast and relaxation at the lodge. Optional activities (extra cost if lodge offers): Guided walking safari with armed ranger Cultural visit to local Hehe community Afternoon game drive focusing on different sectors of the park. Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Main Destination: Game Drive & Optional Walking Safari

Accommodation: Mwagusi Safari Camp

Luxury Accommodation

Meals & Drinks:

All Meals Included

Day 4

Morning Game Drive & Fly Back to Zanzibar

Early breakfast followed by short morning game drive. Transfer to Ruaha airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel (or airport drop-off).

Main Destination: Morning Game Drive & Fly Back to Zanzibar

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast