5-Day Nyerere Safari & Udzungwa Hiking Adventure

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

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere & Afternoon Boat Safari

Depart early from Dar es Salaam with a scenic drive toward Nyerere National Park. Pass through rural villages and landscapes that transition from coastal lowlands to the miombo woodlands of Selous. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp near the Rufiji River.

In the late afternoon, enjoy a sunset boat safari along the river, watch hippos, crocodiles, birds, and other wildlife while the sun casts golden reflections on the water. Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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:

Nyerere Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Wake up early for a full-day game drive deep into the untouched wilderness of Nyerere. The park is home to large populations of elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species, not to mention the elusive African wild dog. With fewer vehicles compared to northern parks, your wildlife encounters will feel truly exclusive. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, then continue your safari until late afternoon. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Nyerere Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nyerere to Udzungwa Mountains National Park

After breakfast, depart for Udzungwa Mountains National Park, a scenic drive that takes you from the dry savannahs to lush, green highlands. Known as the “Galápagos of Africa” for its unique biodiversity, Udzungwa is home to endemic monkeys, rare birds, and over 400 species of plants. Arrive in the afternoon, check in to your lodge at the forest edge, and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring the nearby village area. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Udzungwa Forest Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Udzungwa Mountains without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Hiking & Waterfall Adventure in Udzungwa

After an early breakfast, begin your guided hiking adventure into the heart of Udzungwa Mountains. Trek through the rainforest to reach the stunning Sanje Waterfalls, one of the tallest in Tanzania, cascading 170 meters down the escarpment. Along the way, spot colobus monkeys, endemic birds, butterflies, and tropical flora. Enjoy a packed lunch near the falls with breathtaking views of the Kilombero Valley below. After descending, return to the lodge for a well-deserved rest, dinner, and overnight.

Main Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Udzungwa Forest Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Udzungwa Mountains without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Dar es Salaam

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam, enjoying the last views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes. Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening with unforgettable memories of your combined wilderness and mountain safari experience, where our driver will drop you off anywhere in Dar es Salaam.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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