Our safari combines convenience, authentic wildlife encounters, and local experiences in one carefully designed journey. Fly directly from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park and maximize your time in the wilderness with an experienced professional guide. Enjoy exciting game drives, a guided walking safari, a genuine village and cultural experience, and a spectacular sunset boat safari along the Rufiji River. With comfortable accommodation, seamless transfers, and personalized service, this safari offers an authentic and memorable way to experience Tanzania’s southern circuit.
Pickup is available from your hotel or accommodation in Dar es salaam. Please provide your hotel name and location in advance so we can arrange the pickup time accordingly. We recommend being ready at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Your safari begins with a morning departure from Dar es Salaam. Travel to Nyerere National Park and check in at your lodge or camp. After some time to relax and have lunch, head to the Rufiji River for an evening boat safari. Cruise along the river as you observe hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds, and other wildlife along the riverbanks. The evening offers beautiful scenery and the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable African sunset on the Rufiji River. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park. Explore the park’s diverse habitats in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife. With an experienced safari guide, you will learn about the animals, their behavior, and the unique ecosystem of Nyerere. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive into the afternoon. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, experience the wilderness on foot during a guided walking safari accompanied by an authorized ranger and professional guide. Walking through the bush provides a different perspective of the African wilderness. Learn how to identify animal tracks, plants, birds, insects, and other signs of wildlife while experiencing the sounds and atmosphere of the bush at ground level. After the walking safari, enjoy breakfast or lunch before beginning your journey back to Dar es Salaam. Arrive in Dar es Salaam later in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your safari.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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