Short Itinerary

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Dar es Salaam to Nyerere (Boat Safari in the afternoon)
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nyerere
Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Nyerere (Walking Tour in the morning) to Mikumi
Day 4 (Dec 30, 2024) - Mikumi to Iringa (Isimila Stone Age visit) to Ruaha
Day 5 (Dec 31, 2024) - Ruaha
Day 6 (Jan 01, 2025) - Ruaha (Walking Tour - 3 to 4 hours)
Day 7 (Jan 02, 2025) - Ruaha to Mikumi
Day 8 (Jan 03, 2025) - Mikumi to Dar es Salaam

Notes

Clients staying inside the park will do game drives inside the park on last day morning and clients staying outside the park will do walking tour on last day morning.

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 27, 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: $2,190 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Africa Safari Selous - Banda Bungalow, Nyerere (Outside the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Camp Bastian - Superior Chalets, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 03, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E2: $2,313 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Africa Safari Selous - Pool Bungalow, Nyerere (Outside the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, Ruaha (Outside the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Safari Lodge, Mikumi (Outside the Park) from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 03, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E3: $3,145 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Selous Kinga Lodge, Nyerere (Outside the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Wildlife Camp - Standard Room, Mikumi (Within 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 Hodi Hodi Ruaha Safari Bush Camp, Ruaha (Outside the Park) from Jan 01, 2025 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mikumi Wildlife Camp - Standard Room, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 03, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E4: $4,377 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Serena Mivomu River Lodge, Nyerere (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within 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 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 03, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E5: $5,128 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Selous Impala Camp, Nyerere (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kigelia, Ruaha, Ruaha (Within the Park) from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Vuma Hills Tented Camp, Mikumi (Within the Park) from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 03, 2025 [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 Nyerere (Boat Safari in the afternoon)

Your safari kicks off in the morning as you depart from your hotel in Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, you will embark on a relaxing afternoon boat trip along the Rufiji River. This leisurely journey offers a chance to admire the scenic river views and observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. The tranquil experience is enhanced by the beautiful sunset as you cruise along the river, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

Day 2: Nyerere. Full-day game drives.

Enjoy a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park with an experienced safari guide highlighting unique animal species such as wild dogs, sable antelopes, black rhinoceros, and more. Keep an eye out for Nile crocodiles and hippos near the Rufiji River, as well as Cape buffalos, hartebeests, and elands. Pause for a picnic lunch in the wilderness before returning to the camp for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Nyerere (Walking Safari in the morning) to Mikumi.

Begin your day with a leisurely breakfast at the camp before embarking on a sunrise bushwalking tour. These walks offer a unique opportunity to appreciate nature up close and discover the smaller species and the surrounding bush environment. Enjoy a peaceful exploration of the natural reserve during the 2-3 hour walk and transfer to Mikumi National Park with lunch on the way. Head to the accommodation for a night’s sleep at Mikumi.

Day 4: Mikumi to Iringa (Isimila Stone Age visit) to Ruaha.

After breakfast start the journey to Ruaha National Park with a stopover in Iringa Town and Isimila Stone Age visit. Arrive and stay at Ruaha.

Day 5: Ruaha. Full-day game drives.

After breakfast, you will have a full day game drive to explore the beauty of the park, which is full of rocky, kopjes, and ancient baobab trees.

Day 6: Ruaha (Walking Safari - 3 to 4 hours).

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 tour allows you to explore the bush on foot, accompanied by a trained and knowledgeable guide. During the walking safari, 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.

Day 7: Ruaha to Mikumi.

Ruaha to Mikumi National Park and stay at Mikumi.

Day 8: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam.

Game drives at Mikumi and back to Dar Es Salaam.

Stay Locations

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Nyerere (Within the Park) or Nyerere (Outside the Park)
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nyerere (Within the Park) or Nyerere (Outside the Park)
Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park)
Day 4 (Dec 30, 2024) - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 5 (Dec 31, 2024) - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 6 (Jan 01, 2025) - Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
Day 7 (Jan 02, 2025) - Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (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 27, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Dec 30, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Dec 31, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (Jan 01, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 (Jan 02, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 (Jan 03, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Dar es Salaam to Nyerere takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (208 km)
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - No Transfer
Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Nyerere to Mikumi takes about 6 to 6.5 hours
Day 4 (Dec 30, 2024) - Mikumi to Ruaha takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (319 km)
Day 5 (Dec 31, 2024) - No Transfer
Day 6 (Jan 01, 2025) - No Transfer
Day 7 (Jan 02, 2025) - Ruaha to Mikumi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (319 km)
Day 8 (Jan 03, 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).