Time in camp is varied; walk in the cool of the day, head out on a game drive as the evening sun sets or just enjoy quiet moments. And it's here, where the Ruaha River gathers itself after the vast Usangu wetlands, in Ruaha's dry season from July to October where Charlie settles into a quieter stretch of this vast national park.
Riverine woodland, open bushland and floodplain edges draw in wildlife, making this one of the most rewarding places to explore on foot. Days unfold slowly: listening more, noticing more, walking between baobabs and jackalberry trees as the river shapes the rhythm of the safari. Ruaha is perfect walking country - on foot, the details come alive: dry‑season tracks, and the slower rhythm that makes this vast, little‑visited landscape so rewarding.
Charlie sets up in southern Tanzania from the beginning of July for the whole dry season. During these months the river dries pulling wildlife in from the surrounding bush, visibility opens up, tracks are clearer, and movement concentrates along floodplain edges. It’s quieter, sharper, and perfectly suited to slow, attentive walking safaris.
Charlie is about exploring really cool remote locations and doing so with attention to the small things. The camp is lightweight allowing your location to move within the area over a few days. Time in camp is varied; walk in the cool of the day, head out on a game drive as the evening sun sets or just enjoy quiet moments
Kigelia and Charlie make a perfectly balanced Ruaha journey. Begin at Kigelia, sinking into its wild stretch of riverine bush where big game gathers and days are shaped by classic game drives. Once you’ve had your wildlife fix, head off‑grid with Charlie for a couple of nights. The shift is instant: lighter, quieter, more involved. Walk between baobabs, follow tracks at first light, settle into a small private camp that moves with the elements. It’s a combination you won’t find elsewhere — the best of Ruaha’s game, followed by the rare freedom of travelling on foot in real wilderness.
Northern Tanzania is probably the most well known part of the country with the world famous spectacle, the Wildebeest Migration, drawing travellers year round. A full northern circuit brings incredible wildlife from Tarangire to the Ngorongoro Crater and that's before you even get to the Serengeti. Prepare for a density of wildlife like nowhere else in Africa. That being said, the south offers a quieter safari experience in Ruaha and Nyerere. Here you can get off the beaten track in explore some superb game areas. And for us, the ultimate safari combo comes in the west - a big game, wilderness experience in Katavi combines with jaw dropping chimpanzee encounters in Mahale. Over 7-days this safari will blow you away.
It depends, some are short hops, others can be full-day journeys. Often, the journey is the experience and can become the ultimate game drive as you traverse different areas of National Parks.
The transport networks in Tanzania are very good with internal flight schedules across the country. It is possible to fly into the parks and land at one of the bush airstrips. From there, most lodges will arrange for a transfer journey from airstrip to the lodge. Depending on the lodge location, this can vary in journey time. Or, if you opt for a driving safari in northern Tanzania, your guide (included as standard with Nomad) will transport you from location to location.
Sundowners are a wonderful part of safari life. At the end of your day in the bush, its time to kick back and celebrate the sightings, the adventures and time with your loved ones. All with something cold in hand!
Early starts with golden light as the bush awakens, and a fresh cup of coffee by the morning camp fire. Either breakfast in camp or take a bush breakfast to go. Enjoy early morning game drives to observe wildlife before the day gets too hot. In the heat of the day, find a shady spot for a siesta go. After tea, its time for an afternoon foray and sundowners with a view. Evenings are quiet, firelit, and full of stars.
Yes you can charge your devices whilst on safari. Most camps have connection points in the tent or room. Also, in most safari vehicle there is charging points available so you can keep all your cameras and phones topped up and never miss that wonderful sighting.
From late November to May. It's a gorgeous time to be in Tanzania - expect dramatic skies, lush landscapes and superb wildlife. Also, less people.
The first difference is terrain. The Serengeti is all vast plains and iconic kopjes, whereas Nyerere is riverine wilderness where variety in activity becomes ever possible, boating, fishing etc. Both areas are wild with superb game but very different in landscape.