4-Day Balloon Safari in Ruaha by Flight to Iringa

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Flight from Dar es Salaam to Iringa – Transfer to Ruaha National Park

Start your day with a morning pick you up from your hotel to Airport for flight from Dar es Salaam to Iringa. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer you straight into the wild—Ruaha National Park. Enjoy a game drive, looking out for elephants, lions, and antelopes. Settle into your camp or lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner under the stars.
Overnight at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Best wildlife viewing)

High Season June to October (Ruaha is rarely crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Rains are very rare)

Wildlife in Ruaha NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

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LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruaha NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha

Spend the entire day exploring Ruaha’s vast landscapes and diverse wildlife. With lunch packed, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. Ruaha offers some of Tanzania’s best sightings, including rare wild dogs and large elephant herds. Return to camp for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.
Evening debrief with your guide to share experiences and prepare for tomorrow.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Accommodation:

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruaha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Balloon Safari (Available July–October) – Transfer to Iringa

For travelers between July and October:
Rise before dawn for an unforgettable sunrise balloon safari over Ruaha. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast and short game drive before heading back to the lodge.

For travelers outside this window:
Enjoy an extended morning game drive with a special picnic setup in a scenic area of the park.

At 15:30, drive to Iringa for overnight at Sunset View Lodge.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Accommodation:

Iringa Sunset Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Iringa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Flight Back to Dar es Salaam

After breakfast, transfer to Iringa Airport for your return flight to Dar es Salaam — passing through the charming highland scenery on your way.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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