Highlights
Ruaha National Park
Tanzania – 4-day Kichaka Fly-in Safari – Tailored Fly-in
From $3,500
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Itinerary
Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
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Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua
Day 1 - 4
Kichaka Zumbua Camp, located in the heart of Ruaha National Park, offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Guests can choose from elegant, thatched-roof tents with en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private plunge pools. The camp features a central lounge, dining area, and a well-stocked bar, providing a social hub for relaxation and dining. Activities include walking safaris, game drives, and night drives, allowing guests to explore the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes of Ruaha.
Day 1
Day Notes:
Depart from Dar es Salaam Airport with a charter flight to Ruaha National Park. You will be met at the local airstrip and transferred to Kichaka Zumbua, where you will spend the next 3 nights. Enjoy your first shared afternoon game drive.
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Charter Flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR] to Msembe Airstrip
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Transfer from Msembe Airstrip to Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua
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Check-in to Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua
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Shared afternoon game drive
Day 2 - 3
Day Notes:
Head out on an early activity and then come back to the lodge for a hot breakfast, after which you can relax. After lunch, you will go out on a shared afternoon game drive and then come back to the lodge for dinner.
Included activities from Kichaka Zumbua are:
- Shared morning and afternoon game drives
- Shared morning walks
Activities available at additional cost:
- Shared afternoon walks - USD 100 per person
- Shared night drives - USD 50 per person
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Shared morning and afternoon safari activities
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Shared afternoon walk
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Shared night drive
Day 4
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Shared morning activity (time permitting)
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Check-out from Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua
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Transfer from Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua to Msembe Airstrip
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Charter Flight from Msembe Airstrip to Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR]
End of Itinerary
Destinations
Ruaha National Park
Accommodations
Kichaka Expeditions Kichaka Zumbua
1 January - 14 March 2026
- Per person sharing: US$ 3,500
- Single/Solo* traveller: US$ 4,555
- Supplement for Zumbua Suite per person sharing: US$ 425
Airstrips are closed in the rainy season from 15 March - 31 May 2026
1 June - 31 December 2026
- Per person sharing: US$ 3,990
- Single/Solo* traveller: US$ 5,290
- Supplement for Zumbua Suite per person sharing: US$ 520
*An additional flight supplement might apply to solo travellers if the minimum number of 2 passengers is not met per flight segment.
Tanzania – 10-day Selous & Ruaha Safari – Private Fly-in
For my first-time safari experience in Tanzania, I could not have chosen a more professional and yet friendly travel agent to work with. Ines Moosman with Indigo Safaris, covered all areas of fly-in safari life, and explained in detail every aspect of my travel requirements and experience. Ines also quickly responded to my questions, and explained how my choices would affect my travel--something that was particularly important for a first-time solo traveler. Thanks to Ines and Indigo Safari's efforts, it looks like I may be rearranging my future trips list, and taking a look at Botswana next after all.
Excellent game drives with knowledgeable guides in both Rufiji River Camp in Selous (Nyerere National Park ) and Ruaha River Lodge in Ruaha National Park. I can't say enough about the attentive camp managers, comfortable accommodations and exceptional food in both camps.
Tanzania trip to Ruaha and Pemba
We were the only 2 passengers into Ruaha and arrived ahead of schedule after a very smooth, easy flight. And essentially we were the only people staying at the River Lodge, so we were treated very well and had our own driver and guide the whole time. I truly enjoyed our stay in Ruaha - it is a beautiful park, particularly after the rain. We had some great lion sightings and even watched them with a kill.
On to Pemba and again the flight was on time, easy flight, etc. The road transfer ride Saray is interesting to watch the scenery go by and our driver was friendly and bought us bananas on the way! We were met with a very-appreciated cold drink and made to feel very welcome. Mum and I snorkelled one day and I kayaked in the mangroves another day. Otherwise we enjoyed watching the view horizontally (that is lying on the couches watching the water). We met some fascinating people from all areas of the globe. It feels like one big happy family at KS, a very relaxed welcoming approach.
So we had a fantastic time. Flights ran on time, the weather was good, and we were very well looked after at both our destinations.
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