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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 cannot be arranged by this operator.

Day 1

Transfer to Nyerere NP & En-route Game Drive

Transfer to Nyerere NP & En-route Game Drive

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar in the afternoon and transferred to the airport for your 4:00 PM flight to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve). Upon arrival at Mtemere Airstrip, your guide will meet you for a quick briefing before heading to the park gate for check-in. From there, you'll kick off a scenic sunset game drive, with chances to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, and more as the day winds down. The evening ends with dinner and an overnight stay at Mufasa Tented Camp.

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:
Mufasa Tented Camp
  • Budget tented camp located inside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Sunrise Boat Safari & Full-Day Game Drive

Sunrise Boat Safari & Full-Day Game Drive

Start your day early with a sunrise boat safari along the Rufiji River—a peaceful and unforgettable way to spot hippos, crocodiles, vibrant birdlife, and maybe even elephants near the shoreline. Afterward, head back to camp for a well-earned breakfast. Once you're ready, embark on a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park with a packed lunch, taking time to explore various landscapes and track the park’s diverse wildlife. In the evening, you’ll leave the park and continue on to a new location for a different view of the area. Your day ends at Selous Safari Lodge, just outside the park, where you can unwind and soak in the quiet surroundings.

Main Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Accommodation:
Selous Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Transfer to the airstrip and Morning Flight back to Zanzibar

Transfer to the airstrip and Morning Flight back to Zanzibar

After an early breakfast at the lodge, you'll check out and be met by your driver for the transfer to the Mtemere airstrip. From there, you'll board your return flight to Zanzibar. Once you land, another driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or residence, wrapping up your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
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 cannot be arranged by this operator.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Plex Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.