RUAHA NATIONAL PARK

Ruaha is Tanzania's second largest national park at 13,000 km2, and one of its wildest and best kept secrets. Only the area around the Great Ruaha River has been developed for tourism, and even this sees relatively few visitors, thus preserving a massive chunk of raw African wilderness. Ruaha protects a wide variety of habitats, including evergreen forest and swamp. Much of the park is covered in miombo woodland. There are also significant areas of grassland dotted with baobab and acacia. The park contains the largest elephant population of the national parks in Tanzania despite heavy losses due to poaching. Ruaha is best visited between July and November, when animals concentrate around the river .

Mwagusi Safari Camps is owned and managed by Chris Fox, an experienced safari guide bursting with knowledge and enthusiasm! The camp is reminiscent of hunting camps from the 1950's, with reed and grass shading the ensuite tents accommodating 16 guests. Chris prefers to experience the bush on foot, viewing the environment at close hand without disturbing the serenity and so "fly camping" is a regular feature. Game drives are also offered.