Ruaha together with the surrounding game reserves of Rungwa and Kisigo,stretches over 40,000 square kilometres. With herds of more than 10,000 elephants, vast concentrations of buffalo, gazelle, and over 400 bird species. The Great Ruaha River is the main feature of the park;on its banks, the game viewing is spectacular. Hippos yawn under the midday sun and crocodiles lie lazily along the banks. African Fish-eagles dive and swoop along the riverbanks, and at night the grunting og hippos and sound of frogs croaking happily in the reeds extends across the hills and plains. Boating safarisprovide a popular alternative to viewing the area by game-viewing vehicle.

Best time: Throughout the year.

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