7-Day Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape

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

Dar es Salaam – Nyerere National Park & Sunset Boat Safari

Arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport, meet your guide, and drive (~4–5 hrs) to Nyerere National Park. After lunch and check-in, enjoy a sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Capture the golden light over the river while learning about the park’s ecology from your guide. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere

Early breakfast, then depart for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Nyerere boasts elephants, lions, wild dogs, buffalo, giraffes, and antelope species. The park’s varied landscape—from open savannah to riverine forests—offers intimate wildlife encounters with minimal tourist congestion. Return to the lodge at sunset, enjoy dinner, and overnight in comfort.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Nyerere – Transfer to Mikumi National Park

Breakfast and drive (~5–6 hrs) to Mikumi, passing scenic villages. After lunch at the lodge, embark on an afternoon game drive. Mikumi’s open plains provide excellent visibility for lions, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes. Sunset photo opportunities are exceptional, then return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Mikumi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive – Return to Dar – Flight to Zanzibar

Early morning game drive to catch active predators. After brunch, drive to Dar es Salaam and transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort. Evening at leisure to relax by the ocean. Overnight in Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation & Optional Excursions

After breakfast, spend the day enjoying the sun, sand, and warm waters of Kiwengwa Beach. Optional activities include snorkeling among colorful coral reefs, diving excursions, dolphin tours, visiting local spice farms, or exploring the historic streets and markets of Stone Town. Take time to relax on the pristine beaches, swim in the turquoise ocean, and enjoy the island’s tropical ambiance. Evening at leisure with dinner and overnight at the resort.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar – Leisure or Optional Excursions

Spend a full day enjoying Zanzibar’s tranquil beaches or exploring its cultural and natural attractions. You may choose to visit Jozani Forest to see the rare Red Colobus monkeys, take a historical tour of Stone Town, relax on the pristine sands, enjoy a sunset dhow cruise, or indulge in water sports such as snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. This day offers complete freedom to tailor your experience while soaking in the island’s tropical beauty. Dinner and overnight at the resort.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar with leisure time to walk along the beach or take last-minute photographs of the turquoise waters. Later, you will be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight. Your driver-guide will assist with luggage and check-in. This concludes your 7-day Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape, leaving you with unforgettable wildlife encounters and relaxing coastal memories.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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