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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Selous

Selous

We will pick you up from your hotel in Dar, and drive to Selous game reserve. Hot Lunch at Rufiji River camp where we will spend the next three nights there. Afternoon game drive in Selous game reserve. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River camp.
Estimated driving distance: 5.5hrs drive.

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
HippoAbundant
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Rufiji River Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Selous

Selous

Mikumi National Park lies at a six-hour drive from Dar es Salaam and is Tanzania's fourth largest national park. The open horizons and abundant wildlife draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti plains, but its location close to Tanzania's largest city makes Mikumi easier accessible. The park has a great variety of animals: elephants, buffalos, zebras and giraffes are relatively easy to spot, as well as lions mating and many hippos in the resident hippo pool!

Main Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Accommodation:
Rufiji River Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Selous - Mikumi

Selous - Mikumi

Drive to Mikumi national park with lunch boxes. Dinner and overnight at Mikumi Wildlife Camp.
Estimated driving distance: 8hr Tanzania's fourth largest national park. The open horizons and abundant wildlife draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti plains, but its location close to Tanzania's largest city makes Mikumi easier accessible. The park has a great variety of animals: elephants, buffalos, zebras and giraffes are relatively easy to spot, as well as lions mating and many hippos in the resident hippo pool!

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
LionOccasional
Show more
HippoOccasional
HyenaRare
Accommodation:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Mikumi

Mikumi

Mikumi National Park lies at a six-hour drive from Dar Es Salaam and is Tanzania's fourth largest national park. The open horizons and abundant wildlife draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti plains, but its location close to Tanzania's largest city makes Mikumi easier accessible. The park has a great variety of animals: elephants, buffalos, zebras and giraffes are relatively easy to spot, as well as lions mating and many hippos in the resident hippo pool!

Main Destination:
Mikumi National Park
Accommodation:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Mikumi - ruaha

Mikumi - ruaha

After (early) morning breakfast, we drive to Ruaha national park. Late lunch at Mdonyo Old
Ruaha National Park is the third largest national park in Tanzania. It lies along the Great Ruaha River, is known for its large elephant population, and is a true paradise for birdwatchers with over 570 species. Besides, you might catch a glimpse of lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, elands, sable antelopes, jackals, or the rare African wild dog. Game drives are special, as you drive through an untouched ecosystem in this relatively quiet but stunning park!

Main Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season June to October (Ruaha is rarely crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Rains are very rare)

Wildlife in Ruaha NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LionOccasional
Show more
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Ruaha River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ruaha NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ruaha

Ruaha

Ruaha National Park is the third largest national park in Tanzania. It lies along the Great Ruaha River, is known for its large elephant population, and is a true paradise for birdwatchers with over 570 species. Besides, you might catch a glimpse of lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, elands, sable antelopes, jackals, or the rare African wild dog. Game drives are special, as you drive through an untouched ecosystem in this relatively quiet but stunning park!

Main Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Accommodation:
Ruaha River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ruaha NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ruaha - mikumi

Ruaha - mikumi

A boat safari on the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park is both relaxing and adventurous! The boat takes you over the river and to nearby lakes, allowing you to spot many animals that come to the water’s edge. Very common are giraffes, impalas, waterbucks, kudus and warthogs. Sometimes, also bathing elephants or crocodiles can be seen, and always, the many bird species sound their voices. The trip includes a picnic lunch on the shores of one of the lakes.

Main Destination:
Mikumi National Park
Accommodation:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Mikumi

Mikumi

Morning and afternoon game drive in Mikumi national park Meals and overnight at Mikumi Wildlife Camp Activities. Game drives this is your last day! Today you will transfer to Dar es Salaam from where you will catch your transfer home. Having second thoughts? Then don't hesitate to extend your holiday to one of Tanzania's paradise islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba or Mafia.

Main Destination:
Mikumi National Park
Accommodation:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Mikumi - Dar essalama

Mikumi - Dar essalama

This is your last day! Today you fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar Es Salaam, from where you will catch your flight home. Having second thoughts? Then don't hesitate to extend your holiday to one of Tanzania's paradise islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba, or Mafia!

Main Destination:
Dar Es Salaam (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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