A Luxurious Safari Experience in Ruaha National Park
The vast Ruaha National Park offers stunning landscapes with enormous herds of elephants, buffalo, and large prides of lions. Perched atop a rocky hill, overlooking the savannah all the way to the Mwagusi River, filled with palms, rugged bushes, and baobab trees, lies the refined Jabali Ridge camp. There is no better base from which to embark on game drives, evening safaris, and walking safaris to explore the national park.
A typical day at Jabali Ridge begins with a wake-up call, after which you can gently wake up on your terrace with a fresh cup of coffee or tea. You can start with breakfast and then go on a game drive, or you might receive a picnic breakfast to enjoy during your adventure. When you return to the lodge, the cozy lounge invites you to relax with a refreshing drink, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, it’s time to unwind. You might enjoy the swimming pool with views over the plains or book a relaxing spa treatment, so you can return refreshed for your afternoon activity. This could be another game drive or a special walking safari. In the evening, indulge in an exquisite dinner under a sparkling starry sky.
What you can expect:
- A small, exclusive, and atmospheric lodge
- Located at a higher elevation, offering stunning views over the savannah
- Beautiful, spacious rooms with outdoor living in mind
- A wonderful swimming pool and excellent spa
- Game drives and walking safaris included
Impression
Your Stay
The lodge is built with great attention to detail in a modern African style and designed to blend seamlessly into the surroundings. Even the large scattered stones are incorporated into the design, providing privacy and shade.
Experiences
Photography Safari
Are you an avid amateur photographer and eager to receive tips to capture the best wildlife photos? Then book a photography safari. Jabali Ridge features a 4WD safari vehicle specifically equipped for this purpose. The vehicle is fitted with seats that can rotate 360°, cushions for lying flat to find the perfect angle, and tripods for your camera. The experienced guide will take you to the best spots for photography and has a keen eye for animal behavior, ensuring you can capture the perfect shot at the right moment.
Hotel Information
Accommodation
Jabali Ridge has only 8 suites. Each suite is elevated and constructed from stone and wood, featuring a distinctive thatched roof. A large part of the walls are made up of wooden sliding doors, which you can open completely to enjoy the outdoor environment to the fullest. Outside, you will find a spacious terrace with a hammock and a cozy sunken seating area, where you can relax with a good book. Even from the king-size canopy bed with a mosquito net, you can enjoy the breathtaking views. Your ensuite bathroom includes a luxurious rain shower and double sinks.
Restaurants
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served outdoors. Everything is homemade and freshly prepared at the lodge, including bread, cake, and even ice cream. If you set out early, a picnic breakfast will be prepared for you to take along.
Every evening, you can enjoy a three-course dinner under the stars. It is served at a long table where all guests sit together. If you prefer a romantic dinner for two, this can be arranged on-site upon request.
Spa / Wellness
After a flight or a day on safari in the bush, it is wonderful to visit the Asilia Spa for a relaxing massage. Upon request, a massage can also be arranged in your suite.
Swimming pool
Jabali Ridge has a lovely swimming pool with loungers, where you can spend a relaxing afternoon.
Activities
Game drives
Jabali Ridge offers morning and afternoon game drives. This way, you avoid the hottest part of the day when most animals retreat into the shade for a nap. It would be wonderful to watch a lion in the midst of its hunt or see it rejoin its family. The game drives are conducted in comfortable 4WD jeeps with open sides and a foldable roof for optimal visibility. They are carried out in small international groups of up to 6 people. Private game drives can also be booked.
In the evening, a change of the guard takes place, and entirely different animals become active. That is why an evening safari is so fascinating. It offers the chance to spot shy nocturnal animals and the predators that hunt them. Think of leopards, servals, civet cats, honey badgers, galagos, and owls. Don't forget to look up at the stunning night sky, where countless stars are sparkling.
Experience the bush of Ruaha in a completely different way during a walking safari with an experienced guide and tracker. This engages all your senses. Suddenly, you hear every rustle in the bushes and see movement everywhere. Your guide ensures that you can safely spot animals such as kudus, elephants, and hyenas.
Sustainability
Jabali Ridge is B Corp certified. B Corp is an organization that helps implement sustainable policies, makes them measurable, and regularly assesses them. Jabali Ridge supports local communities and ensures they can sustain themselves financially. As much as possible, staff come from the local communities, and all staff receive internal training. The lodge also ensures the protection of flora and fauna through various projects. The electricity in the lodge is mainly generated by solar panels.
Accommodation
Jabali Ridge has only 8 suites. Each suite is elevated and constructed from stone and wood, featuring a distinctive thatched roof. A large part of the walls are made up of wooden sliding doors, which you can open completely to enjoy the outdoor environment to the fullest. Outside, you will find a spacious terrace with a hammock and a cozy sunken seating area, where you can relax with a good book. Even from the king-size canopy bed with a mosquito net, you can enjoy the breathtaking views. Your ensuite bathroom includes a luxurious rain shower and double sinks.
Restaurants
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served outdoors. Everything is homemade and freshly prepared at the lodge, including bread, cake, and even ice cream. If you set out early, a picnic breakfast will be prepared for you to take along.
Every evening, you can enjoy a three-course dinner under the stars. It is served at a long table where all guests sit together. If you prefer a romantic dinner for two, this can be arranged on-site upon request.
Spa / Wellness
After a flight or a day on safari in the bush, it is wonderful to visit the Asilia Spa for a relaxing massage. Upon request, a massage can also be arranged in your suite.
Swimming pool
Jabali Ridge has a lovely swimming pool with loungers, where you can spend a relaxing afternoon.
Activities
Game drives
Jabali Ridge offers morning and afternoon game drives. This way, you avoid the hottest part of the day when most animals retreat into the shade for a nap. It would be wonderful to watch a lion in the midst of its hunt or see it rejoin its family. The game drives are conducted in comfortable 4WD jeeps with open sides and a foldable roof for optimal visibility. They are carried out in small international groups of up to 6 people. Private game drives can also be booked.
In the evening, a change of the guard takes place, and entirely different animals become active. That is why an evening safari is so fascinating. It offers the chance to spot shy nocturnal animals and the predators that hunt them. Think of leopards, servals, civet cats, honey badgers, galagos, and owls. Don't forget to look up at the stunning night sky, where countless stars are sparkling.
Experience the bush of Ruaha in a completely different way during a walking safari with an experienced guide and tracker. This engages all your senses. Suddenly, you hear every rustle in the bushes and see movement everywhere. Your guide ensures that you can safely spot animals such as kudus, elephants, and hyenas.
Sustainability
Jabali Ridge is B Corp certified. B Corp is an organization that helps implement sustainable policies, makes them measurable, and regularly assesses them. Jabali Ridge supports local communities and ensures they can sustain themselves financially. As much as possible, staff come from the local communities, and all staff receive internal training. The lodge also ensures the protection of flora and fauna through various projects. The electricity in the lodge is mainly generated by solar panels.
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