An adventurous satellite fly camp on the banks of the Ruaha River
Bush dining, campfire, solar-powered charging equipment, mobile bar
Just three simple dome tents with cot beds and adjacent bucket showers and short drop loos
Walking safaris, game drives, night drives, birding, stargazing
The Kichaka Kidogo experience is centred on walking safaris in the remotest, least-visited corners of Ruaha National Park.
Guided walking safaris are the primary focus at Kichaka Kidogo, with opportunities to venture well off the beaten path. Each day brings something new in the bush, as you encounter fresh animal tracks, unusual birds, a tiny lizard resting on a termite mound, or indeed the great giants of the bush, including elephant and lion. This is a chance to savour the smallest details of the ecosystem, where everything has its place.
Game drives are the next most popular activity, with opportunities to explore the remotest parts of Ruaha National Park. You’ll find huge elephant populations, in addition to lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo. There are smaller predators too, like cheetah, serval, caracal, and the endangered wild dog. Giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and various antelope species also inhabit the terrain.
Accompanied by spotlights and high-tech thermal imaging devices, set off into the bush for an exhilarating night game drive. The after-dark world is completely unique and offers guests the chance to seek out shyer species such as pangolin, honey badger, and civet cat. Please note, there is an additional $100 TANAPA (Tanzania National Parks) fee per person.
Ruaha National Park is a haven for birds with almost six hundred recorded species, making it a fascinating destination for bird enthusiasts. Sightings include Bataleur eagles, Tanzanian red-billed hornbills, herons, and black-collared lovebirds.
With zero light pollution, Ruaha National Park is a particularly striking wilderness for stargazing. Step out onto the viewing deck each evening to witness some of the clearest star-filled night skies in Africa. The camp even has its own powerful telescope, which easily displays the rings of Saturn!
*This property is unfenced and located in a wildlife area, so large and potentially dangerous animals do pass through. If you opt to stay here, always be alert when walking around the camp and request for a member of staff to escort you if you have any concerns. Any guest is escorted after dark as a matter of course.
Kichaka Kidogo is a fly camp set up seasonally on the banks of the Ruaha River in the Lunda zone of Ruaha National Park. The closest airstrip is Msembe, and the flight time from Dar es Salaam is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, followed by a 3-hour game drive transfer.
Hearty meals are cooked over an open fire and served around a communal table.
A dream experience for safari enthusiasts seeking a genuine adventure, Kichaka Kidogo is designed for reconnecting with nature, sharing stories around the fire, and gazing up at the star-filled night skies as the air fills with nocturnal sounds. Solar-powered charging is available for phones, cameras, and laptops.
Kichaka Kidogo is a lightweight satellite fly camp available to guests staying at its permanent sister property, Kichaka Zumbua.
Designed as a truly adventurous safari experience, the camp is assembled on the banks of the Ruaha River and offers expertly led walking in remote sections of Ruaha National Park. There are three simple dome-style tents with mesh windows that let the breeze filter in while keeping mozzies at bay. Guests sleep comfortably on cot beds with crisp linens, and an adjacent canvas structure is set up for bucket showers and loos.
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