Usangu Expedition Camp

Usangu Expedition Camp

Usangu Expedition Camp: A Unique Conservation Experience

A unique location just waiting to be explored, Usangu Expedition Camp is a must-visit for travelers seeking a hands-on insight into conservation. This camp offers an unparalleled opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in ongoing research and conservation efforts in a largely unexplored area. Guests at Usangu will be among the first to aid research through activities like setting camera traps and telemetry tracking. Complemented by traditional safari experiences such as game drives, walking safaris, and seasonal boating, visitors can actively participate in preserving this emerging wildlife area, leaving a deeper connection to the land.

The Perfect Launch Pad in a Wilderness Wonderland

On the banks of the wetlands, just beyond the seasonal high-water mark, Usangu Expedition Camp rests in serene woodland shade. This tranquil setting serves as the perfect launch pad for exploring the largely untouched 6,000 km² wilderness. From here, guests can delve into Usangu’s diverse ecosystems, rich with wildlife. The camp’s location provides easy access to prime areas for wildlife observation and conservation activities. Whether tracking animals, boating through wetlands, or simply enjoying the peace of the wilderness, Usangu Expedition Camp offers an immersive safari experience. Each adventure contributes to the ongoing conservation efforts in this extraordinary region.

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Usangu Expedition Camp

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Services & Amenities of Usangu Expedition Camp

Room types of Usangu Expedition Camp

Guest Tent – 2 pax

(4 rooms)

Under the cool shade of the miombo woodland, the four guest tents at Usangu Expedition Camp offer stunning views over the wet grasslands towards the permanent water source of the Ihefu Swamp. Large mesh panels in the tents ensure continuous airflow, even when closed at night, keeping out bugs while allowing in cool air and nighttime sounds. A shade awning combats mid-day heat, while wooden flooring and a wrap-around deck provide comfort and a perfect spot to relax. Each tent includes an en suite bathroom with a flushing toilet, bucket shower, and a large bed, with 24-hour electricity and charging outlets for convenience.

Location of Usangu Expedition Camp

The Usangu Wetland features a permanent water source in its centre, the Ihefu Swamp, surrounded by grassy marshlands and floodplains. Only the Ihefu Swamp offers water during the dry season, but as the rainy season develops, the wetland expands to cover an enormous area. The miombo forest thrives on the outer limits of the wet season high-water mark and provides the perfectly shaded location for Usangu Expedition Camp.

The Usangu Wetland is an essential feature of the Ruaha National Park -Rungwa ecosystem, with significant implications for ecosystems thousands of kilometres away from the wetland. Its features are unique, and under the proper conditions and health, the biodiversity of species is undeniably a treasure trove. Herds of roan and sable roam the vast wetland, and wild dogs run wide along rivers.

Hundreds of ostriches congregate in a way not often seen in other African places. Thousands of migratory bird species pass through the wetland, and dandified amphibians are still waiting to be discovered.

What to expect during the year

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. The falling rains from November until April transform the landscape, making it green and lush. However, they also create logistical problems, as the water-logged road networks and the rising floodplains limit land-based activities.

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Usangu Expedition Camp

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24 Hrs Room Service

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The local and continental cuisine

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