A lion and baobab trees at Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, Banyan Group's first safari experience in Tanzania

Welcome to Ubuyu,
a Banyan Tree Escape

Our first safari experience in Tanzania's untouched landscapes

We are pleased to welcome you to Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, which marks Banyan Group's first safari experience and the second resort under the Banyan Tree Escape brand.

'Ubuyu' is the Swahili name for the fruit of the baobab tree, reflecting our ties to the land. Nestled within raw nature in Tanzania's Ruaha National Park, this intimate safari retreat offers private, curated experiences in the wild, sustainable communal dining, and artisan-crafted villas inspired by Maasai architecture along the Great Ruaha River.

We invite you to rewild your soul at Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape with an opening offer exclusively for withBanyan members.

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The pool overlooking the Great Ruaha River at Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape

Opening offer

Exclusively for withBanyan members

We are pleased to offer withBanyan members 40% savings on your stay at Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape. Book on or before 31 October 2026, for stays on or before 14 March 2027.

withBanyan membership is free. Register as a member today. An unforgettable journey into one of Tanzania's best kept secrets awaits.

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Artisan-crafted villas

Our accommodations

Six artisan-crafted villas inspired by Maasai architecture create an intimate setting for your safari journey. Each features a plunge pool, hand-carved furnishings, and viewing decks that draw you deeper into the land.

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Curated experiences

Activities in the wild

Your Escape Host helps plan immersive wildlife journeys, meals at the Open Kitchen, wellbeing rituals inspired by tradition, and botanical cocktails around the bonfire. Discover the Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape experience.

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Rooted in the land

Sustainable dining

Sip botanical cocktails at Mganga Bar, or savour plant-forward, zero-waste creations at the Open Kitchen. As night falls, gather around the firepit for a communal moment under the stars.

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Ancient rituals

Wellbeing inspired by nature

Reconnect with yourself and nature's sacred flow at Maji Spa. Overlooking the Great Ruaha River, wellbeing treatments inspired by ancient recipes and the healing powers of native plants await you.

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Giraffes at Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

Tanzania's best-kept secret

About Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

Iconic baobab trees tower here. Home to one of the world's largest lion and elephant populations, Ruaha National Park is an untouched sanctuary of wildlife conservation that lies quietly off the beaten path. Over 500 bird species have been sighted here, as well as leopards, cheetahs, and other legendary African wildlife.