7-Day Ruaha & Udzungwa Waterfall Trek Adventure

Arrive at Iringa Airport or Iringa town where your guide welcomes you and transfers you to a nearby lodge. After settling in, enjoy a short orientation walk through the local town and surrounding landscapes, preparing for the days of trekking and wildlife exploration ahead. Relax in the evening with a briefing about Ruaha and Udzungwa adventures.

After breakfast, drive to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s hidden wildlife gem. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive exploring the park’s rolling savannahs and baobab-studded landscapes. Look for elephants, lions, leopards, and large herds of antelopes, all in a less-touristed setting. End the day at a comfortable safari lodge near the park.

Spend the entire day in Ruaha with morning and afternoon game drives. This park’s vast size means you will often be in areas untouched by large crowds. Capture photos of wildlife, including elephants at river crossings, prides of lions, and rare bird species. A picnic lunch is served inside the park to maximize exploration time. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

After breakfast, transfer to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy an introductory hike through lush forest trails, leading to small streams and waterfalls. Your guide introduces you to the region’s endemic flora and fauna, including rare monkeys and exotic birds. Overnight in a lodge or eco-camp at the base of the mountains.

Today, embark on a full-day hike to discover Udzungwa’s most spectacular waterfalls. Trek along trails cutting through dense rainforest, crossing streams and spotting unique wildlife along the way. Picnic lunch near a waterfall allows you to swim or relax amidst nature. Return to your eco-lodge in the late afternoon to rest after a rewarding day of hiking.

Choose between an early morning extended trek to a more remote waterfall or a guided wildlife walk through Udzungwa’s forest outskirts. This day offers flexibility for photography, birdwatching, and exploring the park’s biodiversity at your own pace. Return to the lodge for lunch, followed by a relaxing afternoon enjoying the scenery.

After breakfast, transfer back to Morogoro, stopping at scenic viewpoints and local villages along the way. Enjoy a final lunch en route before arriving in Iringa town or airport for your onward journey. Reflect on a week of hidden waterfalls, challenging hikes, and remote wildlife adventures.