Short Itinerary

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Dar es Salaam to Mikumi. Afternoon game drives.
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Hike to Sanje waterfalls(3-4 hours).
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Udzungwa to Ruaha
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Ruaha. Full-day game drives.
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Ruaha (Walking tour - 3 to 4 hours) and transfer to Mikumi
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam

Choose Date

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 Dec 28, 2024, in a group of two adults . 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: $1,540 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E2: $1,598 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E3: $2,082 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mikumi Wildlife Camp - Standard Room, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - Thatched Huts, Udzungwa (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha River Lodge, Ruaha (Within the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - Thatched Huts, Udzungwa (Outside the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E4: $2,587 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - En Suite Tents, Udzungwa (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Asanja Ruaha Luxury Tented Camp, Ruaha (Within the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp - En Suite Tents, Udzungwa (Outside the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E5: $3,092 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kigelia, Ruaha, Ruaha (Within the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]

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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 (Dec 28, 2024) - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park)
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park) or Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - 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 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Dar es Salaam to Mikumi takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (300 km)
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains takes about 2 hours (65 km)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Udzungwa Mountain to Ruaha takes about 6.5 to 7 hours (357 km)
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - No Transfer
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Ruaha to Mikumi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (319 km)
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - 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

• 4x4 Land Cruiser.

• Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

• Meals as per itinerary.

• Daily game drives while on Safari.

• A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

• Concession/ Camping Fees.

• Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

• All Taxes and VAT.

Exclusions

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

• International flights.

• Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).