Short Itinerary
Day 1 (Nov 11, 2024) - Dar es Salaam to Mikumi. Afternoon game drives.
Day 2 (Nov 12, 2024) - Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Hike to Sanje waterfalls(3-4 hours).
Day 3 (Nov 13, 2024) - Udzungwa to Ruaha
Day 4 (Nov 14, 2024) - Ruaha. Full-day game drives.
Day 5 (Nov 15, 2024) - Ruaha (Walking tour - 3 to 4 hours) and transfer to Mikumi
Day 6 (Nov 16, 2024) - Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam
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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Nov 11, 2024, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
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Option E1: $1,528 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park)
from Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park)
from Nov 13, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park)
from Nov 15, 2024 to Nov 16, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E2: $1,579 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park)
from Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park)
from Nov 13, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park)
from Nov 15, 2024 to Nov 16, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E3: $1,960 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mikumi Wildlife Camp - Standard Room, Mikumi (Within the Park)
from Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - Thatched Huts, Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha River Lodge, Ruaha (Within the Park)
from Nov 13, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - Thatched Huts, Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
from Nov 15, 2024 to Nov 16, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E4: $2,392 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Stanley's Kopje, Mikumi (Within the Park)
from Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - En Suite Tents, Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Asanja Ruaha Luxury Tented Camp, Ruaha (Within the Park)
from Nov 13, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - En Suite Tents, Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
from Nov 15, 2024 to Nov 16, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E5: $3,018 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Stanley's Kopje, Mikumi (Within the Park)
from Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kigelia, Ruaha, Ruaha (Within the Park)
from Nov 13, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Stanley's Kopje, Mikumi (Within the Park)
from Nov 15, 2024 to Nov 16, 2024 [Full Board]
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Itinerary
Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi. Afternoon game drives.
Depart Dar es Salaam for Mikumi National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and more. Look out for the majestic greater Kudu, graceful wildebeest, and elusive leopards. The park is also home to tree-climbing lions, wild hunting dogs, and black-backed jackals. Enjoy a thrilling game drive upon arrival, soaking in the beauty of the savannah until sunset. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Hike to Sanje waterfalls(3-4 hours).
Mikumi to Udzungwa mountains. Hike to the Sanje Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in the Udzungwa mountains. Take a refreshing dip in the pools of the waterfalls and lookout for birds and animals in this unique wild habitat. Baboons and vervet monkeys are often seen and encounter of amphibians, birds might be possible. Stay at Udzungwa.
Day 3: Udzungwa to Ruaha.
After breakfast start the journey to Ruaha National Park. Arrive and stay at Ruaha.
Day 4: Ruaha. Full-day game drives.
After breakfast you will have full day game drive to explore the beautiful of the park, with its full of rocky, kopjes and ancient baobab trees.
Day 5: Ruaha (Walking Tour - 3 to 4 hours) and transfer to Mikumi.
A walking tour in Ruaha National Park offers a unique and immersive experience in Tanzania's largest national park. Unlike traditional game drives, where you observe wildlife from the comfort of a vehicle, a walking safari allows you to explore the bush on foot, accompanied by a trained and knowledgeable guide.
During the walking tour, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate the smaller details of the ecosystem, such as animal tracks, bird calls, and the diverse plant life. Your guide will provide insights into the park's ecology, animal behavior, and conservation efforts, offering a deeper understanding of the natural world. Transfer to Mikumi and stay at Mikumi.
Day 6: Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam.
Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam.
Stay Locations
Day 1 - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park)
Day 2 - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park) or Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
Day 3 - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 4 - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 5 - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park) or Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
Maps
Transfers
This tour starts from Dar es Salaam.
Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Dar es Salaam airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Transfer from Dar es salaam airport to a city hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Meals
Day 1 (Nov 11, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (Nov 12, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (Nov 13, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (Nov 14, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (Nov 15, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (Nov 16, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch
Drive Times
Day 1 - Dar es Salaam to Mikumi takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (300 km)
Day 2 - Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains takes about 2 hours (65 km)
Day 3 - Udzungwa Mountain to Ruaha takes about 6.5 to 7 hours (357 km)
Day 5 - Ruaha to Mikumi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (319 km)
Day 6 - Mikumi to Dar es Salaam takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (300 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Concession/ Camping Fees.
Meals as per itinerary.
Daily game drives while on Safari.
4x4 Land Cruiser.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
A professional driver/ guide.
All Taxes and VAT.
Exclusions
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
International flights.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
We use equipment of international standards & our guides are trained in First aid & personal protection equipment
We reward our staff based on your feedback & that results in all of us working towards making your trip memorable
Our guides are trained to pay attention to each clients requirements & situation & customize the program accordingly
Once a tour is booked, its guaranteed to go, even if there is only single client for the entire trip
Book by paying advance by card on our website. Balance can be paid upon arrival, before the tour
Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you
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