Southern Tanzania Wildlife 9 Days / 8 Nights
Southern Tanzania Wildlife is a 9-day / 8-night road safari travelling from Dar es Salaam through Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park, and Mikumi National Park before concluding…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Southern Tanzania Wildlife is a 9-day / 8-night road safari travelling from Dar es Salaam through Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park, and Mikumi National Park before concluding in Dar es Salaam. The route combines riverine wilderness, broad floodplains and remote southern Tanzanian safari country in Nyerere National Park, remote baobab-studded wilderness and strong predator and elephant country in Ruaha National Park, and accessible savannahs framed by mountain ranges and rich wildlife habitats in Mikumi National Park. Road travel reveals the changing scenery between destinations, while each day balances transfers with game drives, guided experiences and time at the lodge or camp.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Nyerere National Park: riverine wilderness, broad floodplains and remote southern Tanzanian safari country.
Ruaha National Park: remote baobab-studded wilderness and strong predator and elephant country.
Mikumi National Park: accessible savannahs framed by mountain ranges and rich wildlife habitats.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Dar es Salaam and travel by road to Nyerere National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives and, where scheduled, a river or boat-based wildlife experience.
Spend the day enjoying game drives and, where scheduled, a river or boat-based wildlife experience. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Spend the day enjoying game drives and, where scheduled, a river or boat-based wildlife experience. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Nyerere National Park and travel by road to Ruaha National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through Ruaha's remote landscapes.
Spend the day enjoying game drives through Ruaha's remote landscapes. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Spend the day enjoying game drives through Ruaha's remote landscapes. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Ruaha National Park and travel by road to Mikumi National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives across Mikumi's open plains.
Spend the day enjoying game drives across Mikumi's open plains. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Dar es Salaam. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Dar es Salaam.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Dar es Salaam – Nyerere National Park – Ruaha National Park – Mikumi National Park – Dar es Salaam
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