Enquire
Why book with us?

What are you looking for?

Hello traveller!

It's in Cape Town now.

We're sorry. Our safari planners aren't available now. Our office hours are 08:00 - 19:00 (GMT+2).

Call us to speak to an experienced safari planner.


Alternatively, we recommend...

travel-form-icon

Complete our travel enquiry form to connect with a safari planner

ENQUIRE TODAY

Ruaha River Lodge

Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

Ruaha River Lodge

PROPERTY FACILITIES

Eco-Friendly

AVAILABLE SERVICES

Laundry Service

Private Vehicle (At additional cost)

Airstrip Transfer

COMFORT LEVEL/PRICE RANGE
? Our star rating is a broad guideline set by industry standards in Africa. We have personally hand-picked accommodation to meet the highest standards.
Mid-range
Ready to plan a tailor-made safari with this lodge?

Enquire now and a Travel Expert will get back to you within 24 hours.

Lets start planning

Is the Ruaha River Lodge for Me?

Ruaha River Lodge holds a prime position for a Ruaha National Park safari, resting directly upon the banks of the Great Ruaha River. As a medium-sized safari lodge, it offers 24 individually built stone and thatch chalets, known locally as ‘bandas’.

Each spacious room is designed to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, offering the finest in authentic bush living. You can enjoy spectacular, private views of the riverbed and its passing wildlife directly from your veranda. Your days are filled with guided game drives and intimate walking safaris, led by expert local guides, ensuring you are fully immersed in the sights and sounds of the wild.

This river lodge holds one of the most remote positions of all Ruaha National Park lodges, granting a unique sense of privacy and exclusivity on your Ruaha safari. With its exceptional riverside location and famed biodiversity, this authentic retreat is perfectly suited to couples, families, and passionate bird watchers.

Ruaha River Lodge Photo Gallery

Activities offered by Ruaha River Lodge

Activities on site

Game Drives

Walking Safaris

Sleep Outs

Activities off site

Hot-Air Balloon

More about Ruaha River Lodge

Why Book with us?

Our safari experts are with you at every step of your journey.

Personalised Advice

Plan your trip with experts who live in Africa and have first-hand experience of the places you dream about. With this knowledge, they’re able to tailor every detail of your safari to your interests.

Exceptional Value

Safaris planned around your comfort and budget, with industry-leading financial protection. From rustic camps that move with the herds to private-use villas for families, we'll find your ideal set-up.

Responsible Safaris

We plan journeys with care and only work with partners we trust so that your safari has a positive impact on local communities, economies, and conservation initiatives.

24/7 Support

Our team of safari experts (with over 60 years of collective experience) are with you every step of the way, from planning your trip to landing back home after the experience of a lifetime.

What Our Guests Have to Say?

Read recent reviews from travellers who have planned and booked their trips with us

star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon
Google review

"Many thanks to Discover Africa for organising a great trip to Victoria Falls and Botswana. Chrizaan was extremely helpful in planning the trip (including promptly arranging visa related paperwork etc) and answering queries. The quality of the accommodations..."

Nirmalya Ganguly, United Kingdom10 Jul 2026

Read More
star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon
Google review

"This was the most thrilling vacation I have ever taken. Justin at Discover Africa planned everything down to the finest detail so it was effortless, magical and perfect from start to finish. A trip of a lifetime and then some!"

Heili Lehr, United States06 Apr 2026

Read More
star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon

"Magic tour, the most beautiful sunset I have ever seen in all my life, I really love this ancestral land: nature, wise animals, and humans with very big heart."

Griselda Woo Gonzalez, Mexico12 Nov 2025

Read More
star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon

"We truly cherished every moment of our trip—there are countless experiences and memories that words can hardly capture. Cape Town was a vibrant and thrilling city, full of upscale shopping and exceptional dining. Jock Lodge stood out with its charming, rust..."

Christine Zastrow, United States14 Oct 2025

Read More
star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon

"I started planning my Africa safari/vacation about two years ago with the help of Diane, and was transitioned to Chrizaan about halfway through my timeline. There was zero issues with changing my guide, and both ladies were SUPER lovely to work with. I was ..."

Kaleigh Gray, United States02 Oct 2025

Read More
star-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-iconstar-icon

"It was a total coincidence that led me to Discover Africa Safaris. First I would like to thank Devryn for planning and suggesting the safari reserve. The price was reasonable given the location and services we received. They booked the aeroplane tickets, th..."

Mahmoud Alashar, Qatar22 Aug 2025

Read More
View All Testimonials

Ready to plan your tailor-made safari?

909 Reviews - 5/5 Stars

Craft your journey with the expertise of our dedicated Africa Safari Experts

Start Planning

Our safari traveller reviews are independently verified and sourced from trusted third-party review platforms.