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07-Days Famous Southern National Parks Safari

Few details about safari

Upon arrival at Nyerere International Airport, you will be met and transferred for overnight accommodation at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel 4 stars B&B. Your head guide will meet you for your briefing, After breakfast pick up from the hotel for your drive to Selous Game Reserve (Driving some 5-7 hours).

The 7 Day Southern Tanzania Safari is an exciting adventure that takes you to some of the most famous NP in Tanzania. You will explore Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi, and Ruaha NP, where you will have the opportunity to witness an abundance of wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

This safari is perfect for travelers who want to escape the crowds and experience the true wilderness of Africa. With comfortable accommodations and knowledgeable guides, you'll have an unforgettable journey.

Best time to visit.

The best time to take this 8 days safari in the southern parks of Tanzania is mostly in the drier seasons and you will need as much as possible to avoid the rainy seasons between April and May. The best time would be the drier season between January and March and again in July to September.

However other cooler months like June and between October and December are also Ok and with the beautiful landscapes you are sure to have a stunning safari tour in the South of Tanzania.

Animals you will spot on this trip

These are the animals you may have a chance to seen on this safari:

Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, gazelle, wildebeest, maasai giraffe, warthog, topi, common eland, waterbuck, grey duiker, impala, klipspringer, roan antelope, bushbuck, lesser kudu, fringe-eared oryx, hyena, jackals, African golden wolf, honey badger, striped hyena, serval, monkeys…the list goes on!

Day 1: Dar-Es-Salaam To Selous-Game-Rerseve | Start Point.

On day 1 of this tour, you will depart from Dar es Salaam and drive to Nyerere National Park. The journey will take you through the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Once you arrive at the park, you will check in at your lodge and have the rest of the day to relax and explore the surroundings.

After lunch and settling in your activities start with a boat ride at the legendary Rufiji River Camp at Selous for sunset boat safari. You expect to enjoy great scenery as well as see animals like hippos and crocodiles as well as aquatic and non aquatic birds as they fly by. Overnight at Selous Mapumziko Lodge a nice mid range lodge by the banks of Rufiji River Camp.

Accommodation-: Rufiji River Camp

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Fully Day In Selous-Game-Rerseve | 1 st Night

On Day 2 of the tour, visitors will embark on a full-day game drive and walking safari in Nyerere National Park. They will have the opportunity to see various wildlife species such as elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and many more in their natural habitat.

The walking safari will allow visitors to explore the park on foot and get a more intimate experience of the park's flora and fauna. With an expert guide, visitors will learn about the various plants and animals they come across.

Accommodation-: Rufiji River Camp

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3: Selous-Game-Reserve To Mikumi-Township | 2 and Night

On Day 3 of this tour, you will depart from Nyerere National Park and head towards Mikumi National Park. This scenic drive takes you through some of Tanzania's stunning landscapes and offers an opportunity to see rural life along the way.

After arriving at Mikumi, you will check in to your accommodation and have time to relax before embarking on a game drive in the park. Get ready to spot a variety of wildlife species, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and lions, among other.

Accommodation-: Vuma Hills Tented Camp

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Full-Game-Drive At Mikumi-National-Park | 3 rd Night

Day four of the tour offers a full day game drive in Mikumi National Park, allowing visitors to witness the incredible wildlife of Tanzania up close. The park is home to a vast array of animals, including elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more.

Visitors can also enjoy stunning views of the Uluguru Mountains while exploring the park's savannahs, floodplains, and acacia woodlands. The experienced safari guide will provide insights and information about the animals and their habitat.

Accommodation-: Vuma Hills Tented Camp

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Mikumi-National-Park To Ruaha-National-Park | 4 th Night

After breakfast you enter the park again for a full day of game drives at Ruaha National Park Day five of this tour involves a scenic drive from Mikumi National Park to Ruaha National Park. On the way, you will have a chance to enjoy stunning landscapes and see local villages. Upon arrival at Ruaha National Park, you will settle into your accommodation and have time to relax before embarking on your wildlife adventure the next day.

Accommodation-: Ruaha River Lodge

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Full-Game-Drive At Ruaha-National-Park | 5 th Night

On Day six of this safari tour, travelers will enjoy a full-day game drive in the stunning Ruaha National Park. Located in southern Tanzania, the park is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 species of birds. Travelers will have the opportunity to spot these animals and more as they explore the park with an experienced guide.

The game drive will be conducted in a comfortable and well-maintained safari vehicle. This is a great chance for wildlife enthusiasts to witness the natural beauty of Tanzania up close and personal.

Accommodation-: Ruaha River Lodge

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Mikumi-Park To Dar-Es-Salaam-City | End Point

On day 7 of the 7-day Southern Tanzania Safari, you will drive back from Ruaha National Park to Dar es Salaam. After breakfast, you will start the journey, passing through picturesque landscapes and rural villages along the way.

The drive is long and will take up most of the day, but it is a great opportunity to soak in the scenery and reflect on your safari experience. You will arrive in Dar es Salaam in the evening, marking the end of your Southern Tanzania Safari adventure.

Accommodation-: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meal Plan-: Breakfast, Lunch, & (Dinner not included)

Included:

  1. Park fees.
  2. Accommodation
  3. All meals
  4. Private naturalist driver-guide as specified  in the itinerary.
  5. Transfers and flights mentioned in the itinerary.
  6. Scheduled game drives and walking mentioned in the itinerary
  7. Emergency evacuation insurance for guests under 70 years of age.

Excluded:

  1. Any other extra/ optional activities.
  2. Champagnes, cellar wines and spirits.
  3. Tips and gratuities for guides; drivers and lodge/camp staff.
  4. Airport taxes and security fees (unless mentioned specifically, taxes/fees must be paid direct at airport).
  5. International or domestic departure and arrival flights unless mentioned in the itinerary.
  6. Laundry.
  7. Phone calls.

Activities

What travellers most enjoyed
on this safari

Game Drive

Guided Walking Safari

Wildlife And Safari

Bird Watching

Bush Lunch

Boat Safari

Scenery

Bush Camping

Accommodations

Accommodations Found
Inisde Park

 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Ruaha River Lodge

Moderate Lodge
 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Jabali Ridge

Luxury Lodge
 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Mwangusi Safari Lodge

Moderate Camp
 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Asanja Ruaha Ndembo

Moderate Lodge
 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Hill View Lodge

Moderate Lodge
 Ruaha-Iringa, Tanzania

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

Moderate Lodge

Packages

Our Perfect Packages

Ruaha-National-Park
Luxury 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Moderate 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Luxury 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Luxury 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Moderate 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Moderate 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Luxury 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.

Ruaha
Luxury 3-Days
1216.00$ to 2145.00$

Adventure, Family, Holidays, Wildlife.