Jabali Ridge Camp has eight suites hidden amongst the property’s rocky boulders. An infinity pool, spa, and plenty of places to relax ensure that time in camp is as memorable as time out in the bush. Expert guides lead walking safaris, game drives, and night drives.
With views over Ruaha from every corner of the room, the guest suites are designed to maximise the stunning landscape beyond. Be it from the bed, the desk, or the bathroom, every space is a viewpoint and open to nature. Louvred shutters can be opened completely, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor, or closed for privacy. King-sized beds are the perfect place for an afternoon siesta, or head out onto your private deck and take in the view. Bathrooms are fully equipped with rain showers and flushing toilets.
Ruaha is a landscape of sun-bleached plains, mighty baobabs, and hardy shrubs. It is home to many lions, elephants, buffalo, and even endangered African wild dogs. During the rainy season, visitors can hear the incredible thundering of the Ikuka waterfalls and even witness the Mwagusi beginning to flow after being dry for seven months. The dry season is equally exciting, with opportunities to spot buffalo herds in the riverbed and elephants digging in the sand for water.
The best time to view the game in Ruaha is from June to November, when it’s hot and dry. The fall rains from November until April transform the landscape, making it perfect for photography and birding. Jabali Ridge closes from mid-March until the end of May, when the park is difficult to traverse.
Why travel at this time
The landscape is lush and healthy, and the air is clear of haze, making for excellent photography conditions. Fewer tourists are in the area, and there are plenty of breaks in the rain to explore the park. The migratory birds are in Ruaha now, and elephants have arrived in great numbers.
APRIL – JUNE
Camp closed
Jabali Ridge is closed from mid-March until the end of May. In June, the lodge reopened when the park dried up and the temperature dropped slightly.
JULY – SEPTEMBER
Why travel at this time
The vast wilderness shimmers with heat during the dry season. This is the best time to spot animals gathering around the waterholes.
OCTOBER – DECEMBER
Why travel at this time
October is still a dry month before the November rains relieve the arid land, transforming the grasslands and flooding the rivers. Migratory birds begin to arrive from the Northern Hemisphere, and big herds of elephants move into the newly lush park.
Official Website: Jabali Ridge Camp
Jabali Ridge
Bush Breakfast
Safe
Outside Shower
Game Viewing
Walks (Guided)
•Big 5 game viewing drives
Massages
All-inclusive premium spirits
