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1-Day Day Trip to Ruaha National Park

Accra, Tanzania

1-Day Day Trip to Ruaha National Park

4.9 / 5 · 25 reviews Offered by Promised Land Tours 1-Day

Overview

Ruaha National Park is southern Tanzania's largest and most remote park, 130km (80mi) west of Iringa. It covers an area of 20,226km2 (7,800mi2). This tour is designed for those who want a very remote, quiet park with no congestion like the northern parks. Key animals found in Ruaha National Park include elephant, zebra, lion, giraffe, hunting dog, ostrich, greater and lesser kudu, Grant's gazelles, striped hyena, sable and roan antelopes, crocodile, and hippos in the Ruaha River.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

1-Day

Route

Iringa to Iringa

Country & park

Tanzania

Style

Safari

Group size

1-8 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

5 years

Activities

game drives

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

USD

1-Day Day Trip to Ruaha National Park
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $545 USD $308 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $545 USD $308 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Iringa (Day 1)
End Iringa (Day 1)

Tour Features

Day tour

This does not include accommodation.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

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

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

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Minimum age of 5 years

The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Day 1

Day 1

You will be picked up from your hotel or residence in Iringa town early in the morning, ready to explore Ruaha National Park. It is a maximum of 2-hour drive from Iringa to the park. Compared with other parks in the northern circuit of the country, Ruaha is home to the largest concentration of elephants, lions, and even crocodiles in Tanzania on the shores of the great Ruaha River. It is a quiet place with no congestion, like the northern parks. It is the remoteness and utter vastness that makes it so compelling. Lunch is a picnic you enjoy during the full-day game drive, giving you energy for the rest of the day. The game drive will continue until 4:00pm when you return to Iringa. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your predetermined drop-off point. If accommodation is required, arrangements can be made at an extra cost. Iringa also has several historical sites like Isimila, Mkwawa Museum, and cultural centers. Lunch (Breakfast & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Ruaha National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Lunch (Breakfast & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Iringa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR - Check price) in Dar es Salaam
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Promised Land Tours
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Offered by

Promised Land Tours

4.9 operator rating 25 reviews

Promised Land Tours offer a wide variety of custom designed and Tailored Adventure safaris that match any budget. Welcome to Tanzania, The land of Kilimanjaro(Highest Mountain in Africa), Serengeti (Africa best National park for more than 5 consecutive years in a row now since 2019) & Zanzibar a destination to enjoy your Beach Holidays.

Office In

Tanzania

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2016)

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

Tanzania

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

People we can trust.

It was great to explore the wonder of nature with the feeling we are taking care of. Baltazar was waiting for us at the airport and took care of us around Arusha the first and last days until left us at the airport for return. The last day he took us through some local markets and helping us find needed stuff. Great person very friendly. Dismast was with us through the parks, a wonderful guide from who we learnt lots about wild life . Hotels and meals were good we never have a concern, and it was very good for the money we paid. Either Baltazar or Dismast were waiting for us before arranged time in the mornings. Great experience.

Ramon · Canada

Verified

Outstanding, Promised Land went above and beyond to ensure I had an unforgettable safari.

I recently had the privilege of going on a safari with Promised Land Tours, and it was truly an experience of a lifetime! From start to finish, everything was meticulously planned and executed, ensuring that we had a seamless and unforgettable adventure. The guide Dismas was incredibly knowledgeable, not only about the wildlife but also about the landscapes and the local culture. He would often spot things I would miss and immediately bring them to my attention. He went above and beyond to ensure I had a fantastic experience and I managed to see the big five, as well as the Great Migration of wildebeests from Kenya to Tanzania. We were able to get up close to animals in their natural habitat, and every day was filled with breathtaking moments. I can't recommend Promised Land enough for anyone looking to experience the magic of the African wilderness. Whether you're an avid wildlife enthusiast or a first-time safari-goer, they will make sure you have the trip of a lifetime!

Raj · United Kingdom

Verified

Dedicated, available and excellent!

We (my wife and 5 year old) went on a 3 day safari to Mikumi National Park with Promised Land Tours, and they were a pleasure to deal with throughout the process. Mary went above and beyond in accomodating our needs before and during our trip. Everything was fantastic, and we can't wait to book our next Safari to the Serengeti with them!

Rainbow at Mikumi
Rainbow at Mikumi

Abdul Wahid · France

Verified

Amazing

This tour was incredible! It encouraged me to face my fears and gave me an authentic Madagascar experience. I highly recommend going on this tour when you have the chance. You'll learn a lot and share plenty of laughs!

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Lion
Photo by Antwaniyah.M
Photo by Antwaniyah.M

Antwaniyah.M · United States

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

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

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Iringa

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Promised Land Tours , not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

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