Ruaha National Park

Best Time to Visit

69 Ruaha Safaris

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By Philip Briggs

Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Tanzania.

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The middle and end of the Dry season (June to October) is the prime time for watching wildlife in Ruaha National Park. Animals are easier to spot because the bush thins out and wildlife concentrates around trusted water sources.

Best Time June to October

High Season June to October (Ruaha rarely experiences visitors crowds at any time)

Low Season April and May (Many lodges close)

Best Weather June to October (Rains are extremely uncommon)

Worst Weather November to March (Wet season)

May to October –Dry Season

Wildlife viewing is easier since the bush thins out and animals gather around rivers and waterholes
Skies are bright with almost no rain
Malaria risk is at a minimum since the numbers of mosquitoes are less
The heat is less overpowering, and it is not as humid
Dust and dryness is common
Many accommodations are closed in May

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November to April –Wet Season

The scenery is green and full
Tourism is less during April and May which means fewer crowds and better rates
The arrival of migrating birds means bird-watching is at its finest
Roads could become impassable
Wildlife viewing is not as good as during the middle and end of the Dry season
Heat is high, and it becomes steamy and damp
Many accommodations are closed in April