Usangu Expedition Camp

Wildlife
Birdwatching

Explore the vast, untouched wetlands of Usangu

This intimate, six-tent camp is located in a remote and previously inaccessible area of Ruaha National Park. As a guest, you become part of the conservation story, with opportunities to participate in research activities like wildlife tracking and habitat analysis.

The Usangu wetlands are a critical ecosystem, and your stay supports the vital work being done to understand and protect this unique wilderness area in partnership with the local community.

Sustainability

Climate & conservation

First tourism venture in the Usangu Wetlands, protected since 2006
Guests join citizen science: camera traps, wildlife tracking, research station visits
Solar and generator powered, no cling film, biodegradable lunch packs

Community & culture

Supports the Southern Tanzania Elephant Program for human-elephant coexistence
Community projects sponsor schools and educational equipment

Commercial

Operated by Asilia Africa, generating over US$250,000 annually in Ruaha park revenue

In brief

Price bracket: ££££
Type of property: Tented camp
No. of rooms: 4 tents
Max guests per room: Four tents, arranged as double or twin (no triples)
Facilities: Restaurant, Bar, Laundry
Activities: Wildlife tracking, Habitat analysis, Game drives, Birdwatching
Setting: Wetlands · Wilderness

Kids

Families with children aged 12 and above are welcome; there are no dedicated family facilities or specific children's rooming

Accessibility

Reached via a 2-hour drive from Jongomero airstrip into a remote wetland wilderness; tents are raised on decking, not step-free or suited to limited mobility

££££pp / night Visit website

Guide price · £ <£100 · ££ £100–300 · £££ £300–800 · ££££ £800+ pp / night