10 DAYS SAFARI MIKUMI + UDZUNGWA + RUAHA + NYERERE
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport, our friendly and knowledgeable guide will be eagerly waiting to warmly welcome you. He will be readily available to assist you and ensure a smooth transfer to your hotel. Sit back, relax, and let us take care of all your travel needs, providing you with a memorable and unforgettable experience in Tanzania.
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Amariah Hotel - Mikocheni
MID RANGE
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
LUXURY
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
Day 2 - 3: Mikumi National Park
Mikumi National Park lies at a six-hour drive from Dar Es Salaam and is Tanzania's fourth largest national park. The open horizons and abundant wildlife draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti plains, but its location close to Tanzania's largest city makes Mikumi easier accessible. The park has a great variety of animals: elephants, buffalos, zebras and giraffes are relatively easy to spot, as well as lions mating and many hippos in the resident hippo pool!
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Camp Bastian
MID RANGE
Vuma Hills Tented Camp
LUXURY
Stanley's Kopje Camp
Day 4: Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a relatively small, mountainous national park, known for its rare endemic species. In this tropical rainforest, you encounter bush elephants, monkeys, several smaller mammals, and over 400 bird species. Animals that can only be found here are primates such as the red Iringa Colobus and the Sanje Crested Mangabey. But also the grey-faced sengi (an elephant shrew) is endemic to Udzungwa as are several remarkable bird species.
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Camp Bastian
MID RANGE
Vuma Hills Tented Camp
LUXURY
Stanley's Kopje Camp
Day 5 - 6: Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park is the third largest national park in Tanzania. It lies along the Great Ruaha River, is known for its large elephant population, and is a true paradise for birdwatchers with over 570 species. Besides, you might catch a glimpse of lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, elands, sable antelopes, jackals, or the rare African wild dog. Game drives are special, as you drive through an untouched ecosystem in this relatively quiet but stunning park!
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Hondo Hondo Udzungwa Forest
MID RANGE
Udzungwa Falls Lodge
LUXURY
Udzungwa Falls Lodge
Day 7: Flight to Nyerere National Park
Fly to Nyerere National Park and experience the breathtaking beauty of Tanzania's diverse wildlife and landscapes. Explore the vast plains, dense forests, and meandering rivers on exhilarating wildlife safaris, discover the iconic 'Big Five,' and witness the impressive wildebeest migration. Embark on this safari adventure and create unforgettable memories amidst the untamed wilderness of Nyerere National Park.
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Ruaha River Lodge
MID RANGE
Asanja Ndembo - Ruaha
LUXURY
Laba Jongomero Camp
Day 8: Nyerere National Park
Today you discover the jungle, savannah and river sides of the vast Nyerere National Park (previously the Selous Game Reserve) - an amazing place for game drives. This park in southern Tanzania has fewer visitors than the northern parks but boasts elephants, hippos, crocodiles, lions, leopards, giraffes, the endangered rhino, the rare African wild dog and more. It's the second largest park in the country after Serengeti National Park, so be prepared to cover some miles!
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Ruaha River Lodge
MID RANGE
Asanja Ndembo - Ruaha
LUXURY
Laba Jongomero Camp
Day 9 - 10: Flight to Dar es Salaam and outbound international flight home
This is your last day! Today you fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar Es Salaam, from where you will catch your international flight home. Having second thoughts? Then don't hesitate to extend your holiday to one of Tanzania's paradise islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba, or Mafia!
HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS:
BUDGET
Selous River Camp
MID RANGE
Rufiji River Camp
LUXURY
Serena Mivumo River Lodge