Ruaha & Katavi Photographic Safari 2027
Safari Dates
June 3 -10, 2027
Group size
Maximum 4 guests
This 7-day fly-in photographic safari in Southern Tanzania combines the remote wilderness of Ruaha National Park with the extraordinary wildlife concentrations of Katavi National Park, one of Africa’s most untouched safari destinations.
Price without discount6,890 $
Why choose Ruaha and Katavi?
This route is designed for people who are less interested in a classic checklist safari and more interested in atmosphere, space, and authenticity.
Ruaha offers baobabs, dry riverbeds, elephants, predators, and dramatic light.
Katavi adds remoteness, huge buffalo concentrations, hippo-filled waterways, and a rare sense that tourism pressure has almost disappeared.
Safari highlights
- Two of Tanzania’s wildest parks in one fly-in itinerary
- June timing for strong light and dry-season feel
- Small group and very low tourism pressure
- Powerful subjects: elephants, buffalo, hippos, predators, birds, and landscape atmosphere
- A strong route for photographers who want portfolio-level variety
Route overview
The safari starts in Ruaha, where the combination of baobabs, open country, and river systems creates endless variation for wildlife and landscape work.
After several nights there, a flight links to Katavi, one of Africa’s least visited major parks.
The mood shifts again: broader floodplain systems, intense wildlife concentrations, and an even stronger sense of remoteness.
Itinerary
What is included
- Private vehicle
- Photographer Gabriel
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Two shared game activities in an open vehicle/on foot with a guide per night (walking, game drives, boating)
- Domestic Flights
- Airstrip Transfers
- Tea and Coffee
- Laundry
- Park and Concession fees
What is not included
- international flights
- gratuities
- anything not mentioned as included
Prices
- Rates are based on currently published park fees,taxes and reserve fees and USD exchange rate.
Should these be increased by TANAPA or Wildlife Dept this increase will be added to the cost. - For indication only, today a flight from Europe to Tanzania is approximately 800 USD/person (economy)
Who this safari suits best
This safari is best for travellers who actively want remoteness and who value a more immersive bush atmosphere.
It is particularly attractive to returning safari-goers, serious photographers, and anyone who wants something less conventional than the standard northern circuit.
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