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Arrival
Day 1
Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park Evening Game Drive
Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park Evening Game Drive
Depart from Dar es Salaam early in the morning and begin your scenic drive westward toward one of Tanzania’s most accessible and rewarding wildlife destinations, Mikumi National Park. The journey takes you through changing landscapes of rural villages, open plains, and the edge of the Uluguru Mountains, offering a true glimpse of everyday life and natural beauty along the way. Upon arrival at Mikumi National Park in the afternoon, you will enter the park and immediately begin your first game-viewing experience.
The park is famous for its rich concentration of wildlife, often compared to the Serengeti ecosystem. Expect to encounter large herds of elephants, buffaloes grazing in the savannah, graceful giraffes feeding on acacia trees, and zebras moving across the open plains. Lions can often be spotted resting in the shade or surveying the landscape, while antelopes and wildebeests roam freely across the golden grasslands. Your professional safari guide will help track animals.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Camp Bastian Mikumi
Wildlife in Mikumi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Drive to Ruaha National Park
Drive to Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, depart Mikumi and enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside of southern Tanzania on your way to Ruaha National Park. Pass local villages, rolling landscapes, and breathtaking views before arriving in the evening. Check in at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the exciting wildlife adventures ahead in Tanzania’s largest national park.
Overnight: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Wildlife in Ruaha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full Day Ruaha National Park
Full Day Ruaha National Park
After an early breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and one of the country’s most rewarding safari destinations. Known for its vast wilderness, baobab-dotted landscapes, and excellent wildlife viewing, Ruaha offers an authentic safari experience away from the crowds.
Spend the day exploring different areas of the park with your professional guide, searching for a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and the rare African wild dog. The park is also home to greater kudu, sable antelope, and hundreds of bird species. Along the banks of the Great Ruaha River, you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and large concentrations of animals gathering to drink.
A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic location inside the park, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surrounding wilderness before continuing your afternoon game viewing.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park
Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park
Spend another full day exploring the wild beauty of Ruaha National Park. Journey through a variety of landscapes, including rocky hills, riverbanks, and open plains, each supporting diverse wildlife. The park’s rich habitats provide excellent opportunities to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and numerous bird species. As you follow different routes, enjoy changing scenery and unique wildlife encounters while experiencing the untouched wilderness that makes Ruaha one of Tanzania’s most remarkable safari destinations.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ruaha – Return to MikumiEvening Game Drive
Ruaha – Return to MikumiEvening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Ruaha National Park and begin your scenic journey back to Mikumi National Park. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes, local villages, and changing scenery along the way, with occasional wildlife sightings. Arrive in the late afternoon and enter the park for a memorable sunset game drive, one of the best times to observe wildlife as animals become more active in the cooler evening hours. After the game drive, head to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight: Camp Bastian Mikumi.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Double G Safaris & Camp Mikumi
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Udzungwa Mountains Hiking – Transfer to Lodge
Udzungwa Mountains Hiking – Transfer to Lodge
After breakfast, depart for Udzungwa Mountains National Park, one of Tanzania’s most biodiverse and scenic natural treasures. Upon arrival, embark on a guided hike through lush tropical rainforest, home to unique plant species, colorful birds, and endemic primates found nowhere else in the world. The trail leads to the spectacular Sanje Waterfalls, cascading over multiple tiers and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Take time to relax, enjoy the fresh mountain air, and capture memorable photos. This rewarding adventure combines nature, wildlife, and stunning scenery, making it a perfect complement to your safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Udzungwa Mountains National Park
- Accommodation:
- Double G Safaris & Camp Mikumi
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Drive to Nyerere National Park Boat Safari
Drive to Nyerere National Park Boat Safari
After breakfast, depart from Mikumi to Nyerere national park and enjoy a scenic drive to Nyerere National Park, part of the renowned
Selous ecosystem. Upon arrival in the afternoon, embark on a relaxing boat safari along the majestic Rufiji River. This unique experience offers excellent opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species, while enjoying the stunning riverine landscapes and wildlife along the banks.
Overnight: Mloka Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mloka Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Nyerere NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Full Day Nyerere National Park
Full Day Nyerere National Park
Spend the entire day exploring the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park, one of Africa’s largest and most spectacular protected wildlife areas. Enjoy an exciting game drive through diverse landscapes, where you may encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and the rare African wild dogs. The park’s rich wildlife and unspoiled scenery offer unforgettable safari experiences and excellent photography opportunities.
Overnight: Mloka Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
Spend another exciting day exploring the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park. Discover different wildlife habitats while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. This full-day safari offers excellent opportunities for wildlife photography, birdwatching, and enjoying the park’s stunning natural landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mloka Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Breakfast Return to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar
Breakfast Return to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar
After an early breakfast, depart from Nyerere National Park and enjoy a scenic drive back to Dar es Salaam. Arrive in the afternoon and be transferred to your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal.
For guests continuing their adventure, optional connections to Zanzibar are available by flight or ferry.
This marks the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari experience, filled with incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and lasting memories.
- Main Destination:
- Dar Es Salaam (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
