Mbugu Adventure and Safaris

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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

Zanzibar – Fly to Nyerere National Park

Zanzibar – Fly to Nyerere National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your scheduled flight to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival at the airstrip, your professional safari guide will warmly welcome you before setting off on your first exciting game drive. As you explore the park's diverse habitats, keep your camera ready for encounters with elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. If you're lucky, you may also spot lions, leopards, or African wild dogs, one of the park's rare highlights. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while surrounded by the sounds of nature before continuing your afternoon wildlife viewing. In the late afternoon, drive to Nyerere Camp, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night immersed in the peaceful African wilderness.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Nyerere Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

After an early breakfast at the camp, depart for a full-day game drive through the spectacular landscapes of Nyerere National Park. The park features open savannahs, river channels, woodlands, and lakes that support an incredible variety of wildlife. Throughout the day, search for elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, impalas, warthogs, crocodiles, and hippos while learning about the park's unique ecosystem from your experienced guide. Bird enthusiasts will also enjoy sightings of colorful kingfishers, fish eagles, bee-eaters, and many other species. A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic location within the park before continuing your afternoon with boat riding at Rufiji river great to observe the hippos and bird watching. As the sun begins to set, return to Nyerere Camp for a delicious dinner and another relaxing evening under the African sky.

Main Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & Boat trip
Accommodation:
Nyerere Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Nyerere NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Maasai village-game drive and fly to zanzibar

Maasai village-game drive and fly to zanzibar

Start your final morning with a short and authentic village walk to a nearby Maasai bom, where you can experience local traditions, daily life, and the warm hospitality of the Maasai community. Return to the camp for breakfast around 9:00 AM, followed by check-out.

After breakfast, enjoy a short game drive in Nyerere National Park, offering one last opportunity to spot wildlife and enjoy the park’s beautiful landscapes. Afterwards, continue to Mtemere Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar.

End of your Nyerere safari and onward journey to Zanzibar.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Dry and warm)
High Season December to February and June to October
Best Weather January to February and June to September (Low rainfall)
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & Nature hikes/walks
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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Mbugu Adventure and 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.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Mbugu Adventure and Safaris.