6 Day Tanzania Safari – Southern Circuit Adventure

Upon your arrival at Nyerere International Airport (time to be advised), you will be warmly welcomed by your guide, who will assist you with your luggage and ensure a smooth transfer to your accommodation. As you settle in, you will have the opportunity to relax after your journey and take in the surroundings. In the evening, a delicious dinner will be served, allowing you to savor local flavors and prepare for the exciting days ahead. After dinner, you can unwind and rest comfortably, enjoying a peaceful overnight stay in preparation for the adventures to come.

We begin our adventure with an early morning departure from Dar es Salaam, heading southwest to Nyerere National Park, formerly known as the Selous Game Reserve. The journey spans about 230 kilometers and takes approximately 4 to 5 hours, including time for stops and park entrance formalities. Upon arrival, we enter the park and begin our first exciting game drive, exploring the diverse habitats ranging from woodlands and grasslands to the river systems of the mighty Rufiji River. Nyerere is one of Africa’s richest ecosystems and home to the Big Five, including the elusive black rhino. We enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park to maximize our time in the wild. In the late afternoon, we head to our lodge or tented camp within the park for dinner and an overnight stay, immersed in the untouched beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.

We spend the entire day immersed in further game drives and exploration within the vast expanse of Nyerere National Park. This park, with its rich network of rivers, open plains, and dense woodlands, offers some of the most diverse wildlife sightings in Tanzania. As we continue our search for the Big Five, including the elusive black rhino, we also have the chance to encounter wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species, particularly around the Rufiji River. The day includes a picnic lunch in one of the designated areas, allowing us to remain deep in the bush without returning to camp. After an exciting day of wildlife encounters and scenic landscapes, we return to our accommodation within the park for a well-earned dinner and overnight stay, enjoying the serenity of the African wilderness.

Following an early breakfast, we depart Nyerere National Park and drive northwest to Mikumi National Park, covering a distance of approximately 300 kilometers in about 5 to 6 hours. The journey offers scenic views of rural Tanzania and possibly wildlife along the way. Upon arrival at Mikumi, we enjoy a packed lunch before heading into the park for afternoon game drives. Mikumi is part of the larger Selous ecosystem and offers a good chance to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and various antelope species. Later, we drive to our special campsite or lodge within or near the park for dinner and overnight stay.

Today is dedicated to full-day game drives and exploration in Mikumi National Park. Known for its open plains that resemble the Serengeti, Mikumi is a great place to observe large herds of wildlife. The park is home to four of the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, and leopard—with only the rhino absent, which we already sought in Nyerere. We explore different zones of the park and enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated spot, taking time to appreciate the landscape and wildlife diversity. In the late afternoon, we return to our camp or lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

Wake up in the heart of Mikumi National Park to the sounds of the wild. After an early breakfast, embark on a final morning game drive, taking advantage of the cooler hours when wildlife is most active. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, lions, zebras, and a variety of birdlife as you explore different areas of the park. Around midday, enjoy a bush lunch amidst the natural surroundings, offering a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. In the early afternoon, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam. The scenic drive, approximately 300 kilometers and taking around 4 to 5 hours depending on traffic and road conditions, takes you through rural landscapes and small towns. Upon arrival in Dar es Salaam, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your international flight onward, concluding your Tanzanian safari adventure.

* All Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
* Bottled drinking water

* Services of various local guides
* All National Park entrance and camp site fees
* All food - breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
* Donations and payments to local community projects