3-Day Fly Afternoon - Nyerere NP + Overnight in the Wild

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

FLy in the late afternoon from Zanzibar to Nyerere for evening sunset game drive

Your adventure begins in the late afternoon as our driver collects you from your Zanzibar hotel and transfers you to the airport for a scenic flight into the heart of Tanzania's wilderness. Upon arrival at Nyerere National Park — one of Africa's largest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries — you will embark on a stunning sunset game drive as the sky transforms into breathtaking shades of orange and gold. Keep your eyes wide open as elephants, lions, hippos, and countless other magnificent creatures go about their enchanting evening routines across the vast, untamed plains. As darkness gently falls, make your way to the warm and intimate Mufasa Tented Camp, your charming home for the night, nestled deep in the African bush. Unwind around the camp, savor a delicious dinner under the stars, and drift off to sleep serenaded by the soothing sounds of the wilderness all around you. Wake up the next morning to birdsong, fresh bush air, and a sense of peace that only Africa can offer.

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:

Mufasa Tented Camp

• Budget tented camp located inside Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Historical game drive and amazing magical sunset boat drive in Rufiji River

After the breakfast, step into the heart of Tanzania's greatest wilderness as you embark on a thrilling historical game drive through Nyerere NP, one of Africa's oldest and most celebrated conservation areas. Trace the footsteps of legendary explorers as your expert guide unveils the park's rich history, while elephants, lions, wild dogs, and crocodiles roam freely across the ancient landscape. As the day gently winds down, trade the savannah for the shimmering waters of the iconic Rufiji River — Africa's most wildlife-rich waterway — for a magical sunset boat drive unlike anything else on earth. Drift peacefully along the river as the sky erupts into gold, orange, and crimson, while hippos wallow, elephants drink at the banks, and African fish eagles soar gracefully overhead. This extraordinary combination of land and water adventure captures the very soul of Africa, offering moments of pure wonder that will stay with you long after you return home.

Overnight: Selous Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Selous Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly back to Zanzibar and dropped off to your beautiful accommodation

On the third day, you take a morning flight from the Selous airstrip back to Zanzibar, concluding your safari adventure. This flight allows you to avoid long road transfers and enjoy a scenic aerial view of the park and surrounding landscapes as you return to the island.

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.