Overview
The ultimate southern Tanzania safari — 8 days spanning Mikumi, Nyerere, and Ruaha. Three parks, three ecosystems, zero crowds.
This comprehensive safari covers Tanzania's three premier southern parks in one seamless journey. From Mikumi's Serengeti-like plains to Nyerere's river-laced wilderness and Ruaha's dramatic baobab landscapes, this is southern Tanzania at its finest. With far fewer visitors than the famous northern circuit, you'll experience raw African wilderness as it was meant to be seen.
Highlights
Your Journey
Day 1
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi
Morning drive to Mikumi National Park. Afternoon game drive across the Mkata Floodplain.
Overnight: Mikumi LodgeMeals: Lunch, DinnerDay 2
Mikumi Full Day
Full-day game drives in Mikumi. Hippo Pool visit, open plains, riverine forest exploration.
Overnight: Mikumi LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 3
Mikumi to Nyerere
Morning drive south to Nyerere National Park. Afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River.
Overnight: Nyerere Tented CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 4
Nyerere Full Day
Morning walking safari. Afternoon game drive tracking wild dogs and lions in the southern sector.
Overnight: Nyerere Tented CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 5
Fly to Ruaha
Morning flight from Nyerere to Ruaha. Afternoon game drive along the Great Ruaha River.
Overnight: Ruaha Bush CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 6
Ruaha Game Drives
Full-day game drives in Ruaha. Track predators across baobab-studded plains.
Overnight: Ruaha Bush CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 7
Ruaha Walking & Drives
Morning walking safari. Afternoon game drive in the remote northern sector. Farewell sundowner.
Overnight: Ruaha Bush CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 8
Flight Home
Final morning game drive. Flight from Ruaha to Dar es Salaam.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Included & Excluded
Included
- All domestic flights
- All park fees
- Full-board luxury accommodation
- All game drives & activities
- Professional guides
- All transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Premium drinks
- Visa fees
Price Per Person
Where to Stay
BEACH_RESORTRoyal Zanzibar Beach Resort
Nungwi
Palatial beachfront resort on Nungwi's legendary sunset shore with private pavilions, overwater spa, and white-glove service throughout.
from $600 / night
BEACH_RESORTMelia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
All-inclusive beachfront elegance on Kiwengwa's turquoise shore with lush tropical gardens, two pools, and a world-class spa.
from $400 / night
BOUTIQUE_HOTELMatemwe Retreat
Matemwe
Four exclusive cliff-top villas with private plunge pools and butler service, perched above the reef with unbroken views to Mnemba Atoll.
from $700 / night
