Overview
This 12-day safari through Southern Tanzania offers an unforgettable journey across some of the region’s most pristine and wildlife-rich national parks—Mikumi, Ruaha, and Nyerere (Selous Game Reserve)—ending with a relaxing flight to the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar.
Starting in Dar es Salaam, the adventure takes you through the Greater Selous ecosystem, where game drives, village tours, cultural encounters, and a boat safari on the Rufiji River reveal the raw and authentic African wilderness. You’ll witness diverse landscapes—from the Mikumi floodplains to Ruaha’s rugged terrain and Nyerere’s vast wetlands, home to elephants, lions, antelopes, giraffes, and an incredible array of birds.
Day by Day Itinerary
Begin your journey early from Dar es Salaam with a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, engage with the Maasai community, learning about their customs, traditions, and fire-making techniques. Afterward, enjoy a short game drive before settling in at your lodge to relax and prepare for the next day.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Spend a full day exploring Mikumi’s diverse wildlife and landscapes. The Mikumi floodplain is teeming with species such as lions, buffalo, eland, and giraffes, with mountain backdrops enhancing the scenery. Take a break with a packed lunch before continuing your game drive into the afternoon.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Depart early for Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and home to a high concentration of elephants and predators. Enjoy the changing landscapes and occasional wildlife sightings en route.
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Explore the vast, rugged terrain of Ruaha on a full-day game drive. The park offers a dramatic wilderness experience with chances to spot lions, leopards, kudu, elephants, and over 500 bird species. Return to your lodge at sunset.
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Enjoy a more relaxed day at Ruaha. You may opt to rest at the lodge or take a short optional game drive in the surrounding areas.
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: All meals included
After breakfast, depart for Morogoro, a vibrant city nestled at the base of the Uluguru Mountains. Stop for lunch en route and arrive in time to unwind at your lodge.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Venture to Udzungwa Mountains National Park for a scenic hike through tropical rainforest to Sanje Waterfalls. From the top, enjoy panoramic views over the Kilombero Valley, home to vast sugarcane plantations. A packed lunch is included.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: All meals included
After breakfast, head to Nyerere National Park, part of Africa’s largest protected wilderness area. Enjoy views of remote villages and landscapes along the way. Check in at your lodge and relax in preparation for your next adventure.
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)
Meals: All meals included
Spend the day exploring Nyerere National Park, where sightings of elephants, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and birds are common. The park's landscape ranges from savannah grasslands to wetlands. Enjoy a packed lunch during your drive and return to the lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
Continue your wildlife exploration on a different route, with opportunities to spot more animals and varied scenery. If road conditions allow, visit a natural hot spring—swimming is possible during the dry season.
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
Start your day with an early walking safari, led by a Bushman and accompanied by an armed ranger. After breakfast, enjoy a cultural tour of Mloka village. In the afternoon, head to the Rufiji River for a peaceful boat safari, ideal for spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds as the sun sets.
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous
Meals: All meals included
After breakfast, transfer to Mtemere Airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar, where your safari adventure ends and your beach holiday can begin.
Meals: Breakfast included
Meals: Breakfast included
Please note that this day-by-day itinerary serves as a suggested outline and can be tailored to meet your specific interests, travel pace, and preferences. Whether you’d like to adjust the activities, extend your stay, or include special experiences, we’re happy to customize the tour to create a personalized and memorable journey for you.
Inclusions
Included:
This tour package includes the following services and amenities:
- Park entry fees (for non-residents)
- All included activities (unless marked as optional)
- Standard accommodation (unless specified as an upgrade)
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- All ground transportation and domestic flights (unless marked as optional)
- Meals & Drinks
Excluded:
The following items are not included in the tour package:
- International flights (to/from your home country)
- Additional accommodation before and after the tour
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Any government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
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