Ruaha National Park in September

Baobab tree, absolutely ICONIC

September is a great month for visiting Ruaha National Park. The crowds are low and the area is dry providing clearer views of wildlife. The Ruaha River is still flowing and there are some pools of water on the Mwagusi River. The nights are cold but it heats up quickly with typical cloudless sunny days.

I have been told by those in the tourism industry that it is the shoulder season. This means the already quiet Ruaha National Park is nearly empty and virtually any sightings you will have to yourself.

Having breakfast by the Mwagusi River