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ABOUT RUAHA NATIONAL PARK

Tanzania's Untamed Wilderness

WELCOME

RUAHA NATIONAL PARK

Step into the heart of wild Africa at Ruaha National Park—Tanzania’s second-largest national park and one of its most spectacular wilderness areas. Spanning 20,226 sq. km of rugged, baobab-studded landscapes in south-central Tanzania, Ruaha offers an authentic safari experience far from the crowds, where predators roam freely and vast herds gather along the life-giving Great Ruaha River.

PARK

MANAGEMENT

Commanding Officer

COMMANDING

OFFICER

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PRINCIPLE CONSERVATION OFFICER (PCO)

PCO Conservation

PCO - CONSERVATION &

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

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PCO Corporate Affairs

PCO - CORPOTATE

AFFAIRS

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENTS CONSERVATION OFFICER

Department Head 1

SCO - HUMAN RESOURCE

HR

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Department Head 2

COI - LAW ENFORCEMENT

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Department Head 3

COII - PROCUMENT & SUPPLY

AFFAIRS

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Department Head 4

COI - INTERNAL AUDITAL

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HISTORY

RUAHA NATIONAL PARK

History of lake ruaha

Step into the heart of wild Africa at Ruaha National Park—Tanzania’s second-largest national park and one of its most spectacular wilderness areas. Spanning 20,226 sq. km of rugged, baobab-studded landscapes in south-central Tanzania, Ruaha offers an authentic safari experience far from the crowds, where predators roam freely and vast herds gather along the life-giving Great Ruaha River.

Ruaha’s remote location means exclusive, crowd-free game viewing—where you’ll often have sightings all to yourself. By day, track big cats on the hunt; by night, fall asleep to the sounds of hyenas whooping under star-filled skies. "Ruaha is raw, untamed Africa—where the river whispers legends and the baobabs stand as silent witnesses to the circle of life."

A Safari Like No Other

Ruaha’s remote location means exclusive, crowd-free game viewing—where you’ll often have sightings all to yourself. By day, track big cats on the hunt; by night, fall asleep to the sounds of hyenas whooping under star-filled skies. "Ruaha is raw, untamed Africa—where the river whispers legends and the baobabs stand as silent witnesses to the circle of life."

Where the Wild Roams Free

🐘 Elephant Kingdom – Home to 10% of Africa’s lion population and some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania.

🌵 Baobab Wonderland – Ancient, towering baobabs dot the golden savannah, creating a surreal backdrop for game drives.

🌊 The Great Ruaha River – The park’s lifeline, named from the Hehe word [Luhava] (great river), attracts lions, leopards, buffalo, and rare wild dogs during the dry season (June–October).

🦅 Birdwatcher’s Paradise – Over 570 species, including the crested barbet and Ruaha red-billed hornbill.

CONSERVATION

GOALS

Through anti-poaching efforts, habitat restoration, community education, and strategic tourism planning, Arusha aims to balance human engagement and wildlife protection. Collaboration with local and global partners ensures long-term preservation of this iconic landscape.

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