Usangu Expedition Camp

On the banks of the Usangu Wetlands in the Ruaha National Park, just beyond the reaches of the seasonal high-water mark, is where you’ll find Usangu Expedition Camp. Nestled among the woodland shade and with just six guest tents, this camp offers an exclusive experience into this largely unexplored wetland. Simple in its design, the focus of the camp sits firmly on the exploratory nature of the experience with meals cooked on the open fire and enjoyed under the African stars.

Usangu Expedition Camp offers a wide variety of activities, allowing for your days to be tailored around your preferred interests. Your group will have a private guide and vehicle, which will enable complete flexibility within your daily structure.

Early mornings are typically best for game drives and walking safaris when the temperatures are slightly cooler and wildlife is more active. Mid-afternoons are the perfect time to relax under the trees with a book or, for the more active, visit the Douglas Bell Eco Research Station for a first-hand explanation about the conservation work and research being conducted in the wetlands. Afternoons offer the opportunity for boating safaris in the wetland area and the intricate waterways, where elephants are regularly seen along the shallows.

Usangu is open from June to November, when it’s hot and dry. During this time, the Usangu wetlands recede, and the surrounding grasslands dry out into wide open spaces ideal for walking.