Banyan Tree Ubuyu

Location: Ruaha National Park, Southern Tanzania
Category: Luxury Tented Camp
Classification: Exclusive
Style: Ultra-Luxury, Contemporary Safari, Private
Ideal for: High-End Safari Travelers, Honeymooners, Couples, Wilderness Lovers, Photographers

Overview

Banyan Tree Ubuyu is an exclusive luxury tented camp set deep within Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most untouched wilderness area. Surrounded by dramatic baobab-dotted landscapes, the Great Ruaha River, and vast open plains, the camp offers a refined safari experience focused on privacy, authenticity, and immersive nature.

Designed to reflect Banyan Tree’s signature understated elegance, Ubuyu combines exceptional comfort with one of Africa’s richest and least crowded wildlife destinations.

Accommodation

The camp features spacious, elegantly designed luxury tents, thoughtfully positioned to ensure privacy and uninterrupted views of Ruaha’s wild landscapes.

Each tent includes:

• En-suite bathroom with flush toilet and indoor/outdoor shower

• Private wooden deck with wilderness views

• King-size bed or twin configuration with premium linens

• Stylish lounge area inside the tent

• Solar-powered electricity and charging points

• Contemporary décor inspired by natural textures

Dining Experience

Dining at Banyan Tree Ubuyu is intimate and refined, with meals tailored to each guest’s preferences.

Guests enjoy:

• Gourmet breakfasts served at camp

• Freshly prepared lunches or picnic meals during game drives

• Elegant three-course dinners under the stars

• Fine wines and curated sundowners

• Private bush dining on request

Special dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice.

Activities & Experiences

• Game Drives in Ruaha National Park

• Exceptional Predator Sightings (lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs)

• Large Elephant Herds and diverse antelope species

• Great Ruaha River safaris (seasonal wildlife concentrations)

• Walking Safaris with armed rangers (where permitted)

• Photography-focused experiences

• Sundowners & Bush Meals

Ruaha offers a raw, uncrowded safari experience with year-round wildlife viewing.

Why Stay at Banyan Tree Ubuyu

• Exclusive Banyan Tree luxury standards

• Prime location in Tanzania’s wildest national park

• Minimal tourist traffic and pristine landscapes

• High-quality guiding and personalized service

• Ideal for luxury Southern Circuit itineraries

Best Time to Visit

• June – October: Dry season, excellent wildlife concentrations along the river

• November – March: Green landscapes and excellent birdlife

• April – May: Lush season with dramatic scenery and fewer visitors

Perfect For

Travelers seeking a remote, ultra-luxury safari experience in one of Tanzania’s most authentic wilderness areas, away from the crowds of the Northern Circuit.