7-Day Southern Tanzania Wilderness Safari Tour

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

Transfer to Nyerere National Park - Evening Boat Safari

Morning
Pick-up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam or meet at the airport.
Warm welcome and safari briefing by your professional guide.
Luggage arrangement and comfortable drive toward Nyerere National Park.
Scenic views of villages, markets, and landscapes along the way.

Afternoon
Arrive and check in at Africa Safari Selous Lodge.
Freshen up and enjoy a hearty lunch.
Time for rest or a swim at the lodge pool.

Evening
Guided boat safari on the Rufiji River to spot wildlife on the shores.
Sunset photography opportunities and storytelling from your guide.
Return to the lodge for dinner.
Leisure at the bar/lounge or stargazing before overnight stay.

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:

Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Morning
Early breakfast and departure with packed picnic.
Morning game drive exploring diverse habitats.
Stops for landscape and sunrise photography.

Afternoon
Picnic lunch at a designated bush spot.
Continue with afternoon game drive through grasslands and riversides.
Short walking stretch in permitted areas with guide (optional).

Evening
Return to lodge for relaxation.
Leisure: swimming pool, reading, or nature walk around lodge area.
Dinner and storytelling by campfire.
Overnight stay at Africa Safari Selous Lodge.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Half-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Morning
Wake up and freshen up
Breakfast at Africa Safari Selous Lodge
Load vehicle and begin scenic drive to Mikumi
Stop midway for refreshments and restroom break

Afternoon
Arrive at Mikumi National Park
Check-in at the park and start game drive
Stop at a scenic viewpoint for photos

Evening
Return to the lodge before sunset
Freshen up in your room
Dinner at the lodge restaurant
Optional campfire storytelling session
Overnight stay at Camp Bastian Mikumi.

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

WildebeestCommon

LionOccasional

Show more

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Half-Day Game Drive in Mikumi – Transfer to Iringa

Morning
Early breakfast at Camp Bastian
Depart for a half-day game drive covering new routes in Mikumi
Photography and viewing breaks along the way

Afternoon
Enjoy picnic lunch in the park
Exit the park and drive to Iringa
Scenic drive through the highlands and villages

Evening
Arrive at Iringa Sunset Lodge
Check-in and relax on the terrace
Dinner at the lodge
Overnight stay at Iringa Sunset Lodge.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Iringa Sunset Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Iringa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Half-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Morning
Breakfast at Iringa Sunset Lodge
Load luggage and transfer to Ruaha National Park
Scenic drive through the countryside

Afternoon
Enter Ruaha National Park
Begin half-day game drive exploring its wilderness
Picnic lunch inside the park at a safe area
Scenic photo stops along the way

Evening
Exit the park and drive to your lodge
Check-in at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Relax with tea/coffee on the veranda
Dinner and overnight stay at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

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

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruaha NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Morning
Breakfast and early start.
Morning drive to remote areas of Ruaha with unique landscapes.
Guided interpretation from your safari guide.

Afternoon
Picnic lunch in the park at scenic location.
Explore different sectors of Ruaha for diverse safari experience.
Break for refreshments in shaded areas.

Evening
Return to lodge for relaxation.
Dinner and leisure around campfire or terrace.
Optional stargazing before overnight at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Accommodation:

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruaha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Drive Back to Dar es Salaam – Departure

Morning
Breakfast and check-out from Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.
Begin return journey to Dar es Salaam (approx. 10–11 hrs).
Stop along the way for stretching and scenery appreciation.

Afternoon
Picnic lunch during the drive.
Drive through different towns and countryside.
Last scenic photography opportunities.

Evening
Arrive in Dar es Salaam.
Drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your onward arrangement.

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.