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Classic SafariTanzania

Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa and Ruaha by road from Dar es Salaam, with boat safaris and hiking.

Duration
12 Days
Style
Classic Safari
Country
Tanzania
Format
Private
The Journey

12 days · Classic Safari

A journey through the untamed wilderness of Southern Tanzania, from Rufiji River boat safaris in Nyerere (Selous) to Mikumi, a trek at Udzungwa and Ruaha National Park. Not suitable for children under 16 as it includes active hiking.

Nyerere National Park Rufiji River Mikumi Udzungwa Mountains Iringa Ruaha National Park

At a glance

12
Days
11
Nights
3
Places to stay
Private
Group

Where you'll stay

  • Africa Safari Camp
  • Camp Bastian
  • Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
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Tanzania1Dar es Salaam2Nyerere / Selous3Mikumi4Ruaha
Your Route

4 stops across Tanzania

  1. 1Dar es SalaamDays 1–12
  2. 2Nyerere / SelousDays 1–3
  3. 3MikumiDays 5–11
  4. 4RuahaDays 8–11
Day by Day

Every day is flexible — we tune the pace, lodges and game drives to you.

  1. Day 1

    Dar es Salaam to Selous (Boat Safari)

    Pick-up at 7:00am for Nyerere (Selous), lunch on arrival, then an afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River to see hippos, crocodiles and many birds.

    Where you stay

    Africa Safari Camp

    Meals

    Full board

  2. Day 2

    Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere

    A full day in the reserve, roughly the size of Switzerland, searching for elephants, zebras, gazelles, impalas and the rare African wild dog.

    Where you stay

    Africa Safari Camp

    Meals

    Full board

  3. Day 3

    Full Day in Nyerere

    Another full day of game viewing in Nyerere National Park.

    Where you stay

    Africa Safari Camp

    Meals

    Full board

  4. Day 4

    Full-Day Boat Safari

    A full day of boat safari on the Rufiji River.

    Where you stay

    Africa Safari Camp

    Meals

    Full board

  5. Day 5

    Depart to Mikumi

    An early walking safari, then a drive to Mikumi with a lunch box through hills, plains and Miombo woodland.

    Where you stay

    Camp Bastian

    Meals

    Full board

  6. Day 6

    Full Day in Mikumi

    A full-day safari in Mikumi National Park, with lunch in the park or at the lodge.

    Where you stay

    Camp Bastian

    Meals

    Full board

  7. Day 7

    Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park

    A 2-hour drive to Udzungwa for trekking and a swim at the Sanje waterfalls, among primates, birds and insects in lush green mountains.

    Where you stay

    Camp Bastian

    Meals

    Full board

  8. Day 8

    Transit to Ruaha

    Drive to a Maasai village and on to Iringa to visit a craft centre and have lunch, then Ruaha for dinner and overnight.

    Where you stay

    Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

    Meals

    Full board

  9. Day 9

    Full Day in Ruaha National Park

    A full-day game drive with a packed lunch and views over the Ruaha River valley: kudu, wildebeest, elephants, zebra, lions, hippos, giraffe and buffalo.

    Where you stay

    Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

  10. Day 10

    Full Day in Ruaha National Park

    Another full-day game drive in Ruaha.

    Where you stay

    Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

    Meals

    Full board

  11. Day 11

    Ruaha to Mikumi National Park

    Drive to Mikumi for an afternoon game drive, then back to camp for dinner.

    Where you stay

    Camp Bastian

    Meals

    Full board

  12. Day 12

    Depart to Dar es Salaam

    Leave at 7:00am with a lunch box for the 6-hour drive, arriving in Dar es Salaam around 2:00pm. End of tour.

Investment

Rates are in US dollars, per person sharing, based on the lodges in this itinerary. We'll confirm exact pricing for your dates and party.

Per person sharing

$2,893

USD

Per person sharing, double occupancy (2 adults); quotation on request for extra persons or children. Prices are guides and may change with season, availability and exchange rates. See our terms for payment and cancellation details.

The Details

Included

  • All transfers according to program
  • Accommodation in all mentioned hotels
  • Entry and conservation fees
  • 4x4 Land Cruiser with open roof during safari
  • English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Mineral bottled water during safari
  • Value Added Tax (VAT)

Not Included

  • Domestic and international flights
  • Tips
  • Soft drinks except water during safari
  • Visa
  • Travel insurance
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