Overview for 7-Day Southern Tanzania Explorer Safari
Experience the untamed beauty of southern Tanzania on this 7-day safari, exploring the vast Selous Game Reserve (now part of Nyerere National Park) and the diverse Mikumi National Park. This itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking a less crowded and more authentic safari experience, with a mix of game drives, boat safaris, and walking safaris. Stay in comfortable lodges and tented camps that offer an intimate connection with the wilderness.
Highlights:
- Discover the vast and remote Selous Game Reserve, home to a rich variety of wildlife and landscapes.
- Enjoy boat safaris on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
- Experience the diverse ecosystems of Mikumi National Park, often compared to the Serengeti for its wide-open savannahs.
- Stay in comfortable and well-situated lodges and camps that enhance your safari experience.
Accommodation: Throughout your safari, you’ll stay in comfortable lodges and tented camps that offer a blend of luxury and authenticity:
- Selous River Camp in Selous Game Reserve (Day 1, 2, 3)
- Mikumi Wildlife Camp in Mikumi National Park (Day 4, 5, 6)
7-Day Southern Tanzania Explorer Safari Price Range
Price Includes:
- Full board accommodations as listed
- All park fees and government taxes
- Private transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
- Services of a professional English-speaking private guide
- Game drives and activities as mentioned
- Domestic flights as mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinking water, soft drinks, and house wines while on safari
- Airport transfers
Price Excludes:
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, phone calls)
- Alcoholic beverages
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam & Fly to Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation: Jabali Ridge
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, you’ll be greeted by your private guide and transferred to a domestic flight bound for Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll be driven to Jabali Ridge, a luxurious lodge nestled in the heart of Ruaha’s rugged landscape. After settling into your suite, enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you can start exploring Ruaha’s diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, and kudu. Return to the lodge for a gourmet dinner.
Day 2: Full Day in Selous Game Reserve
- Accommodation: Selous River Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head out for a full day of exploration in Selous Game Reserve. The day’s activities include a mix of game drives and a boat safari on the Rufiji River. During the game drives, keep an eye out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari, where you’ll have the chance to see hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birdlife. Return to Selous River Camp for a relaxing evening under the stars.
Day 3: Walking Safari & Game Drives in Selous
- Accommodation: Selous River Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start your day with an early morning walking safari, accompanied by an experienced guide. Walking safaris in Selous offer a unique opportunity to learn about the smaller details of the ecosystem, including tracks, insects, and plants, and to see wildlife from a different perspective. After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning at the camp before heading out for an afternoon game drive to explore more of Selous’ diverse landscapes. Return to camp for dinner and a peaceful night’s sleep.
Day 4: Transfer to Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation: Mikumi Wildlife Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart Selous Game Reserve and drive to Mikumi National Park. The journey takes you through interesting landscapes and offers the chance to see rural Tanzanian life along the way. Upon arrival in Mikumi, check into Mikumi Wildlife Camp, located within the park with views over the Mkata Plains. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Mikumi, where you’ll see large herds of elephants, buffaloes, and perhaps the elusive tree-climbing lions. Return to camp for dinner.
Day 5: Full Day in Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation: Mikumi Wildlife Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring Mikumi National Park. The park’s landscape, with its open savannahs, is reminiscent of the Serengeti, and it’s home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and wildebeest. Your private guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife viewing, including the hippo pools, where you can see hippos wallowing and birds gathering. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your game drives. Return to Mikumi Wildlife Camp in the evening for dinner.
Day 6: Morning Game Drive & Relaxation
- Accommodation: Mikumi Wildlife Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Mikumi National Park. This is the best time to see wildlife, as animals are most active in the early hours. After the game drive, return to the camp for a relaxing afternoon. You can choose to take a guided nature walk around the camp or simply unwind while enjoying the views. A final dinner at Mikumi Wildlife Camp will cap off your day.
Day 7: Morning Game Drive & Return to Dar es Salaam
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
On your final day, enjoy a last morning game drive in Mikumi National Park. After breakfast and a leisurely drive back to Dar es Salaam, you’ll be transferred to Julius Nyerere International Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a short visit to Dar es Salaam’s markets or beaches.
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