2-Day Fly-in from Zanzibar to Nyerere NP (2 Game Drives)

2-Day Nyerere NP Fly in from Zanzibar

$ /person

You will discover Nyerere National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park spanning over 30,000 sq. km. You’ll spot the famous Big Five, rare antelope species, and large concentrations of elephants and hippos. You’ll take a boating safari on the Rufiji River. Don’t miss the chance to see the endangered African wild dog. Come and explore the wildlife wonderland of Nyerere National Park!

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 Nyerere.
  • Transfers: Airport pick-up and drop-off in Nyerere.
  • Game Drives: Guided game drives in Nyerere National Park.
  • 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.
  • 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: Full-Day Game Drive and Sunset Boat Safari

Early in the morning, our professional driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Zanzibar Airport. You’ll begin your safari in Zanzibar and take a short flight to the impressive Nyerere National Park previously known as Selous Game Reserve. Our driver guide will welcome you to the Mtemere Airstrip and provide a tour plan.

You’ll go on thrilling game drives to see big animals, including predators. Selous is known for its large wild dog population, which is a special highlight if you’re lucky to spot them.

During the day, you’ll enjoy picnic lunches while on game drives. Later, there’s an exciting afternoon boat safari where you can watch animals by the water’s edge, and see bird colonies, hippos, and crocodiles up close. Back at the camp, you’ll relax by the bonfire, have dinner, and stay overnight.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive and Departure

After breakfast, you’ll go on a game drive in the park, exploring abundant areas with wildlife like elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and rare African wild dogs. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch with a beautiful view of the park. Afterward, you’ll continue your safari journey through the African bushes. In the afternoon, you’ll head back to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. After you arrive at Zanzibar Airport, our professional driver will transfer you back to your hotel anywhere in Zanzibar.

Nyerere National Park, formerly part of the vast Selous Game Reserve, is Tanzania’s largest national park, spanning over 30,000 square kilometers. Established in 2019 and named after Tanzania’s first president, Julius Nyerere, it’s a pristine wilderness with diverse habitats, from open grasslands to riverine forests. The park boasts abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and a significant population of endangered African wild dogs. The Rufiji River, Tanzania’s largest, flows through the park, offering boat safaris for unique game viewing and birdwatching. Nyerere provides a variety of safari experiences, including game drives, walking safaris, and boat safaris, offering visitors a chance to explore this remarkable and relatively untouched wilderness.

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