5-Day Great Safari Adventure to Mikumi & Nyerere NP

Step into the heart of Africa’s wilderness.

5-Day Mikumi & Nyerere NP

$ / person

You’ll embark on a classic safari adventure in Southern Tanzania. Starting from Dar es Salaam, the Mikumi and Nyerere safaris offer an unforgettable journey through the Greater Selous Ecosystem. You will experience the thrill of wildlife encounters as you explore this pristine wilderness from the comfort of a safari vehicle.

Departure/Return Location            Hotel/Lodge

Departure Time                              Please arrive by 7:15 AM for a departure at 7:30 AM       

Return Time                                    Approximately 7:30 PM                

Dress Code                                    Lightweight Clothing and Comfortable Footwear.

Included                  

  • Flights: Return domestic flights from Zanzibar to Arusha.
  • Transfers: Airport pick-up and drop-off in Arusha.
  • Game Drives: Guided game drives in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Accommodation: One night in a mid-range or luxury lodge/camp.
  • Meals:
    • Day 1: Lunch and dinner.
    • Day 2: Breakfast and lunch.
  • Park Fees: Entry fees for both Tarangire and Ngorongoro.
  • Safari Vehicle: Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
  • Professional Guide: Experienced, English-speaking safari guide.
  • Drinking Water: Bottled water during game drives

Not – Included       

  • Travel Insurance: Personal travel and health insurance.
  • Tips and Gratuities: For guides, drivers, and lodge staff.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, and other personal items.
  • Beverages: Alcoholic drinks and additional soft drinks not included in meals.
  • Optional Activities: Balloon safari or other add-ons.
  • Visa Fees: Entry visa for Tanzania (if applicable).
  • Meals Not Listed: Breakfast on Day 1 and dinner on Day 2.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park with Half-Day Game Drive.

Upon commencement of your safari adventure, you will be conveniently picked up from your designated hotel or airport. A leisurely drive will then transport you to Mikumi National Park, where a brief stopover for lunch will rejuvenate you before immersing yourself in the park’s wildlife. As your arrival time is anticipated to be around midday, a half-day game drive will provide an initial glimpse into the park’s diverse ecosystem. Following this exhilarating experience, you will retire to your comfortable lodge for a restful overnight stay.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Following breakfast, you will embark on a full-day game drive to Mikumi National Park. You’ll experience the park’s diverse wildlife, including lions, elands, and buffalos. A highlight of the park is the Mikumi floodplain, bordered by impressive mountain ranges. You will enjoy a leisurely lunch break before continuing your game drive until evening when you’ll return to camp to prepare for the next day’s itinerary.

Day 3: Transfer to Nyerere National Park and Sunset Boat Safari

After breakfast, you will depart on a safari to Nyerere National Park, which may take approximately 6-7 hours. Upon arrival, you will embark on a sunset boat safari along the majestic Rufiji River where you will spot hippos, various birds, and crocodiles in their home. This will take like 2 hours. Later, you will go back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

You’ll indulge in a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day before embarking on an unforgettable journey into the vast expanse of the Selous Game Reserve. Here, you’ll be greeted by a multitude of elephants, majestic buffaloes, a pride of lions, graceful giraffes, striped zebras, and graceful impalas. Selous is renowned for its high population of African wild dogs, surpassing any other national park in Tanzania.

During the day, you’ll pause for a picnic lunch, savoring delicious food from a safe vantage point. Here, you’ll have the chance to soak in the breathtaking scenery while keeping a keen eye out for wildlife in their indigenous habitat.

Then around 5:00 pm, your journey will bring you back to the lodge. A delectable dinner awaits then an overnight stay ensures you’re ready for more incredible adventures tomorrow.

Day 5: Bush Walk Safari, Maasai Visit and Departure

You will wake up early for tea or coffee. Then, you’ll depart for a guided bush walk with a bushman. This is an exciting chance to get close to nature and the best way to learn the details of the African bush. Walking along the firmed trail through the African bushes on foot brings about a new way of appreciating the natural environment.

 

Later you will return to the lodge for a full breakfast. Then you will depart the lodge for a Maasai visit in the boma where you will get to learn about their culture and way of life which is something good. After Maasai, you will start your drive back to Dar es Salaam where our driver will drop you off anywhere in Dar es Salaam.

Mikumi National Park: A wildlife haven in Tanzania, Mikumi is known for its diverse animal population, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. The park’s landscape features open grasslands and acacia woodlands, providing a classic safari experience. Mikumi is also a great destination for birdwatching, with over 400 species recorded.

Nyerere National Park, formerly part of the Selous Game Reserve, is Tanzania’s largest national park. It’s a vast and relatively untouched wilderness known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, wild dogs, and a large population of hippos and crocodiles in the Rufiji River. Visitors can enjoy game drives, boat safaris, and walking safaris in this remote and beautiful park.

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