Safari — Tanzania

Southern Tanzania Discovery

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9 Days
Best: June to October Good Months
Private & tailored

Explore the wild and less crowded parks of Southern Tanzania on this 9-day safari adventure. Beginning in Ruaha National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes and strong predator populations, the journey continues through Mikumi National Park and concludes in Nyerere National Park, famous for its river systems and boat safaris.

This itinerary combines classic game drives with a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River, offering rich wildlife encounters, diverse landscapes, and a true sense of untouched wilderness.

What’s Included

  • Accommodation in luxury lodges or camps
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary (Full Board)
  • Transportation including transfers
  • Park entrance fees and conservation charges
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Boat safari in Nyerere National Park

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

Southern Tanzania Discovery

Venture into Southern Tanzania for an immersive 9-day safari
through remote parks, river systems, and untouched wilderness.DetailItineraryFAQReviewsSouthern Tanzania Discovery0

What to Expect

  • Access to remote and less crowded southern national parks
  • Daily guided game drives in Ruaha, Mikumi, and Nyerere
  • Excellent chances to see elephants, lions, leopards, and wild dogs
  • Strong predator sightings in Ruaha and Nyerere
  • Boat safari along the Rufiji River
  • Close viewing of hippos, crocodiles, and water birds
  • Diverse landscapes from baobab plains to riverbanks and floodplains
  • Rich birdlife across all destinations
  • A balanced pace with time to explore and relax
  • Authentic wilderness experiences with personalized service

Best Time to Go

Ideal Duration: 9 Days

  • Best Months: June to October
  • Good Months: January, February, April, May, November, December
  • Mixed Months: March

Activities

  • Game Drives
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Birdwatching
  • Boat Safari
  • Cultural Visits

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Arrive in Dar es Salaam and connect with your scheduled flight to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, transfer to your lodge set along the Great Ruaha River. Enjoy an afternoon game drive exploring this rugged and wildlife-rich park.

Overnight: Ruaha River Lodge

Spend the day on guided game drives through Ruaha’s vast landscapes. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, strong predator presence, and dramatic river scenery.

Overnight: Ruaha River Lodge

Continue exploring Ruaha with extended game drives focusing on predators, plains game, and river ecosystems. Enjoy the park’s quiet and uncrowded wilderness.

Overnight: Ruaha River Lodge

Depart Ruaha and travel to Mikumi National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time to relax or enjoy a short afternoon game drive across Mikumi’s open plains.

Overnight: Vuma Hills Tented Camp

Enjoy full-day game drives in Mikumi National Park, home to buffalo, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and lions. The open terrain allows for excellent wildlife viewing throughout the day.

Overnight: Vuma Hills Tented Camp

Travel from Mikumi to Nyerere National Park. On arrival, transfer to your riverside camp located along the Rufiji River.

Overnight: Selous Impala Camp

Begin the day with a boat safari along the Rufiji River, offering close views of hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided game drive through the park.

Overnight: Selous Impala Camp

Spend the day on game drives exploring Nyerere’s diverse habitats. Optional night game drive offers a chance to spot nocturnal wildlife and experience the park after dark.

Overnight: Selous Impala Camp

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Dar es Salaam, marking the end of your Southern Tanzania safari adventure.

Need to Know

Frequently Asked

The ideal time is from June to October during the dry season, when wildlife is easier to spot and conditions are excellent for game drives.

This safari includes Ruaha National Park, Mikumi National Park, and Nyerere National Park.

Yes, a guided boat safari along the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park is included in the itinerary.

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