4 Days Southern Tanzania Safari
Enjoy a 4 days safari that combines the thrill of game drives in two of Tanzania’s most famous parks: the Selous Game Reserve (now Nyerere National Park) and Mikumi National Park. Start your adventure with a scenic drive from Dar es Salaam to Selous, where you’ll spend two nights at Selous Safari Lodge. Enjoy exciting game drives and a boat trip along the Rufiji River. Then, continue your journey to Mikumi National Park, rich in wildlife like lions, zebras, elephants, leopards, and more. This safari promises an unforgettable experience with diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Itinerary
Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park
Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Dar es Salaam at 5:00 am. After a scenic 6-7 hour drive, including a stop in Morogoro for a delicious hot lunch, you’ll arrive at Mikumi National Park for an afternoon and evening game drive. The park offers fantastic opportunities to spot herds of impalas, elephants, Masai giraffes, lions, wildebeests, buffaloes, and more. Dinner and overnight stay at Camp Bastian, Mikumi.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian
Day 2: Mikumi to Nyerere National Park (Boat Trip on Rufiji River)
After breakfast at the lodge, begin your journey to Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve), a 7-8 hour drive through some of Tanzania’s most untouched and beautiful landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route. Upon arrival, check into Selous Safari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Day 3: Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, set out on a thrilling full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park. Expect to see a wide range of animals, including lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hyenas, and more. The park is also home to a variety of bird species, and you’ll enjoy spectacular views of wetlands, dry grasslands, acacia forests, and distant mountains. Packed lunch will be provided during the game drive. Return to Selous Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Day 4: Walking Safari & Return to Dar es Salaam
Start your final day with an early morning walking safari in Selous Forest, guided by an expert ranger. Explore the wilderness, learn about the flora and fauna, and even meet the local Bushmen to experience their way of life. Afterward, return to the lodge for breakfast, then prepare for the return journey to Dar es Salaam. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal for your next destination.
Accommodation: N/A
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Price Includes
- Park entry fees
- Meals during the safari
- Game drive activities
- Government taxes
- Accommodation
- Bottled mineral water
- Land cruiser for game drives
- English-speaking professional guide
Price not Includes
- International flights
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for the safari guide
- Optional activities
- Visa fees
- Meals at the hotel
- Personal spending (e.g., souvenirs)