USANGU EXPEDITION CAMP IS A SEASONAL CAMP LOCATED IN THE REMOTE SOUTHERN CORNER OF RUAHA NATIONAL PARK AND OFFERS A CONSERVATION LED EXPERIENCE.

Usangu Expedition Camp is a seasonal camp located in the Usangu Wetlands in the remote south of Ruaha National Park from June to November. The camp opened in 2022 and is the first to offer access to this part of the park. Guests are actively involved in the ongoing research and conservation activities, which lends a feeling of being part of the exploration of a new wilderness area and its wildlife. The camp is small and intimate and offers a variety of activities from game drives and boat trips to walking and fly-camping.

ACCOMMODATION

Usangu Expeditions Camp has six guest tents which are simple in style, but spacious and comfortable. Each tent is built on to a slightly raised wooden deck with verandah at the front…

AREA & ACTIVITIES

Ruaha National Park was previously part of the huge Rungwa Game Reserve, with which it shares its north-western boundary. In 1964, it was gazetted as the National Park. The terrain within the park is well wooded and undulating. The Great Ruaha…

Families

Usangu is not a destination for young children with the camp only accepting those above 12 years old and there being no family specific facilities and rooming. However, families…

Conservation & community

Staying at any of Asilia properties, owners of Usangu Expedition Camp, sees guests automatically contributing to community and conservation projects through their park fees and a $5 per person conservation fee. By staying at Usangu, guests are…

Location Ruaha National Park
Access Scheduled or Charter flight into Jongomero and 2 hrs drive
Open June to November
Pricing ££££
Camp Style Tented camp
Focus Big game / Birding / Conservation
Children 12 years +
Activities Game drives (day and night) / Guided walks / Seasonal boat trips / Fly-camping / Conservation activities
Vehicles Open
Maximum Guests on Vehicle 6
Private Vehicle Options Yes (included as standard)
Off-road Driving No
Number of Rooms 6 tents
Family Accommodation No
Bathroom Flush toilet / Plumbed basin / Plumbed shower
Power for charging In room
Lighting Solar / Electric
Hairdryer Not possible
Heating/Cooling None
Room Safe Yes
Laundry Service Complimentary
Communication in room Horn
Wi-Fi In Research Centre
Mobile Reception No
Swimming No
Wellness No
Dining Style Communal
Drinks Included House drinks
Credit Cards Visa and Mastercard