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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
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Mid-range
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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.

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Activities offered by Ruaha River Lodge

Activities on site

Game Drives

Walking Safaris

Sleep Outs

Activities off site

Hot-Air Balloon

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