The Rungwa Game Reserve is a protected area in Tanzania that covers an area of 9,000 km2. It was established in 1951. It is situated in Itigi District, Singida Region. Since 2005, the protected area is considered a Lion Conservation Unit. The reserve is composed of hills mixed with patches of forest along the streams and the Mpera River valley, which provides water in the dry season and becomes the best game viewing areas from July to November.