Ugalla River Game Reserve

Ugalla river National park is situated between the Tabora and Rukwa areas in western-central Tanzania. It covers an area of about 3,865 square kilometres and is bounded by the Ugalla River on the south. The whole area is a vast open landscape that consisting Miombo Forests and high grassy savannahs inhabitant by a plethora of animals.

Keen safari-goers can access Ugalla River Game Reserve from either of the gateway towns of Arusha or Dar es Salaam. The small domestic Urambo Airport is the closest airport to Ugalla.

Best Time To Visit The Ugalla Game Reserve

The best time to visit the Ugalla game reserve is the dry season from July and October when the animals find gathering in large numbers around the Ugalla River. The golden thin vegetables make it easier to spot them. The animals that can be easily experienced during game viewing are zebras, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, giraffes, leopards, hippos, elephants and crocodiles that are usually found around the river.

The wet season runs between November to May is the best time for a birding safari. If you want to have the park all by yourself then the wet season is the best to choose.

Dry/High Season (June-October)	Wet/Low Season (November-March)
Amazing game viewing experience	Beautiful scenic views with greenery everywhere.
Dry weather and clear skies, hardly any rain	Afternoon and evening thunderstorms
Mornings and evenings can be colder	Many roads and walking trails can be found hard to navigate.
Fewer mosquitoes and insects	Get more private safari experiences at an affordable price

Wildlife In Ugalla Game Reserve

Ugalla Game Reserve boasts an array of magnificent wildlife species. The animal species that can be easily experienced during game viewing are zebras, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, giraffes, leopards, hippos, elephants and crocodiles that are usually bound in the river.

There are also herds of antelope revolving around the riverside which are very rare in Tanzania. Another interesting fact about the Ugalla River is the presence of crocodiles.

Activities To Do In Ugalla Game Reserve

There are a bunch of activities to do in the Ugalla game reserve while on your safari to Tanzania. The most popular safari activity is the game drive safari in the sprawling plains. This is perfectly done during the dry season and allows the tourists to get a wonderful game-viewing experience.

Walking safari is also one of the most exciting safari activities that offer tourists picturesque views of nature. You will get the chance to encounter the animals by getting out of the safari vehicle.

Sport fishing is also can be done in Tarangire National park, where fishing is practised and done by tourists. Birding safari is also one of the dream activities to do for birding enthusiasts.

Top Activities To Do In Ugalla Game Reserve

• Game Drive Safari
• Walking safaris
• Birding Safaris
• Sport Fishing
• Photographic Safari