5-Day The Best of Nyerere (Selous) & Mikumi Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere | Boat Safari on the Rufiji River

Your adventure begins in the morning when your driver-guide collects you from Dar es Salaam. As you leave the bustling city behind, the road takes you through villages, farmlands, and the scenic countryside before reaching Nyerere National Park.
After a warm welcome and lunch at Mloka Safari Lodge, you set off in the afternoon for a boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River.
Imagine gliding quietly on the water as pods of hippos grunt nearby, crocodiles bask on the riverbanks, and colorful kingfishers dart across the sky.
The boat safari offers a different perspective, showing how wildlife thrives around this lifeline of the park.
Return in the evening for dinner under the stars at Mloka Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing)

High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Nyerere NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeAbundant

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Mloka Safari Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive in Nyerere national park

After an early breakfast, you set out for a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park, one of Africa’s largest protected areas. Its vast wilderness offers an authentic, uncrowded safari experience as you explore lakes, open plains, and miombo woodlands. Along the way, encounter elephants moving in herds across the savannah, giraffes gracefully feeding on acacia leaves, and lions resting in the shade. With a bit of luck, you might even spot the rare African wild dog, a true highlight of the park. A picnic lunch is served in the heart of the bush before continuing your adventure through this pristine landscape. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge for relaxation, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Mloka Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Mloka Safari Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nyerere Np -Morogoro town

This morning, enjoy a final game drive in Nyerere National Park, offering one more chance to see wildlife at its most active. After lunch, you leave the park behind and the scenery slowly transforms — from vast wilderness to rolling hills, villages, and fertile farmlands. The journey leads you to Morogoro, a charming town at the base of the Uluguru Mountains, where cooler mountain air and lush surroundings create a refreshing contrast to the savannah. In the evening, settle in at Forest Sunset Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay, relaxing in a peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of the mountains, the perfect setting to unwind after your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Morogoro (City)

Accommodation:

Forest Sunset Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Morogoro (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Safari in Mikumi National Park

After breakfast, journey to Mikumi National Park, often called the “mini Serengeti” for its vast plains and rich wildlife. Spend the day on a game drive across the park’s varied landscapes, where large herds of buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest graze freely. Elephants move gracefully across the savannah, while giraffes stretch to feed on treetops. Lions may be spotted resting in the shade, and hippos gather in the pools of the Mkata River. A picnic lunch is enjoyed inside the park, allowing you to maximize time with nature. As evening falls, head to Camp Lilac Mikumi for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the enchanting sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Best Time To Visit Late June to October (Animals are attracted to the waterholes)

High Season June to October

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Mikumi NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

LionOccasional

Show more

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Camp Lilac

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Camp Lilac Mikumi to dar es salaam

After a relaxed breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to Mikumi and begin the journey back to Dar es Salaam. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through scenic landscapes, bustling villages, and fertile farmlands along the way. Arriving in the afternoon, you will be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure. With memories of diverse wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and authentic Tanzanian experiences, this journey will remain a highlight to cherish for years to come.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.