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Ruaha River Lodge

Ruaha River Lodge

Ruaha National Park

Nestled along one of the most breathtaking stretches of the Great Ruaha River, you can observe wildlife from your veranda throughout the day in complete comfort. Few other camps can claim such an idyllic setting. Ruaha is divided between two sites, one featuring a dining area by the river, and the other perched high on a nearby kopje, providing a wholly unique perspective. Crafted from local stone and thatch, the lodge is integrated with the natural kopjes and takes full advantage of its exceptional position along a bend in the river.

Ruaha River Lodge stands as the sole 'lodge' within Ruaha, boasting 24 stone chalets that extend along the riverbank - all with excellent panoramic views. Every chalet offers magnificent vistas from its spacious front veranda. Inside, the generous interiors encompass a cosy sitting area, a convenient writing desk, and a choice of twin or double beds. The rear of each chalet houses a sizable bathroom adorned with rustic timber, complete with a shower and double basins.

Enjoy game drives, nature walks with local Masai guides, relax on your veranda or comfortable common areas and, in dry season, the wildlife viewing from the lodge can be as good as on any game drive!

To see how to combine this lodge on a safari circuit, visit our Safaris page and the southern circuit national park pages.

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Game Drives, Restaurant, Safari Style All Inclusive, Suitable for Families, Walking & Trekking

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Situated within the Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania. Nestled in the heart of one of Tanzania's most diverse ecosystems, the lodge offers an incredible experience in a region renowned for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, particularly its large elephant herds. The lodge seamlessly blends into the surrounding baobab-dotted landscape. 

The architecture incorporates local materials and traditional African design. The spacious and comfortable rooms feature private balconies that have panoramic views of the park and its wildlife. Other facilities include a large lodge house, with dining rooms, billiards room and bar and spacious surroundings. 

The lodge's location within Tarangire National Park makes it an ideal base for game drives and walking safaris. You can expect to encounter a variety of animals, including lion, leopard, buffalo, and an array of bird species, in addition to the park's famous elephants. The lodge also offers guided nature walks, cultural visits to local Maasai communities, and sundowner experiences, where you can enjoy a drink while watching the sunset over the savannah.

Overall, the lodge offers a perfect combination of comfort, adventure, and authentic African hospitality, making it an exceptional destination for travellers seeking an unforgettable safari experience in Tanzania.

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Tarangire

With just 22 rooms the hotel sits on the East Coast amid tropical gardens overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean – a perfectly idyllic spot. Pretty whitewashed bungalows sit amid swaying palm trees, this is a little slice of heaven in East Africa. 

There’s a restaurant and bar and from time to time there’s a Swahili night with traditional food and entertainment. There’s a stunning swimming pool with fabulous views and of course, you’re just footsteps from the lovely sandy beach. 

The lovely rooms have ceiling fans, mosquito nets and private terraces. Utterly relaxing, this is a hotel for those who like simple facilities and enjoy natural surroundings. There’s a choice of garden view rooms or ocean view at an additional cost.

Pongwe Beach Hotel

East Coast

Located just 50 minutes from the airport and set on a secluded stretch of powdery white sand and sitting in a tropical garden on the East Coast of Zanzibar. There’s a walkway that leads you to a natural lagoon which is perfect for a refreshing swim. The reef is close to the shore so it’s a good choice for snorkellers and divers. 

There’s a choice of restaurants and bars, three swimming pools, a spa, a gym and a dive centre. A variety of excursions are on offer including visits to Stone Town, spice tours and boat trips which can be arranged with the hotel. 

The comfortable rooms are all air-conditioned and have television, Wi-Fi, and minibar as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

East Coast

How our Tent Ratings work

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These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

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It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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+44 (0)7516 766404

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