Sample Itinerary

10-Day Magical Southern Tanzania Safari

For genuine remoteness — Tanzania’s southern parks reward the extra effort to reach them.

Overview
10 Days / 9 Nights

For travelers who have done the northern circuit before, or simply want lower visitor density, Tanzania’s southern parks — Ruaha, Nyerere and either Mikumi or Udzungwa — offer genuine remoteness, boat and walking safaris, and wildlife density that rivals the north with a fraction of the visitor traffic.

Journey Highlights
Day by Day
Days 1-3
Ruaha National Park
Fly in; game drives across Tanzania’s largest park.
Days 4-6
Nyerere National Park (Selous)
Boat and walking safaris.
Days 7-9
Mikumi or Udzungwa
Further game viewing or forest walks.
Day 10
Return & depart
Fly back to Dar es Salaam.
Trip Details

What's Included

  • All accommodation as specified, on a full-board basis
  • Private guide and 4x4 safari vehicle throughout
  • All national park entrance fees and government taxes
  • All game drives and activities listed in the day-by-day itinerary
  • All internal transfers (road or light-aircraft, as specified)
  • Bottled water in-vehicle throughout
  • Airport meet-and-greet on arrival and departure

What's Excluded

  • International flights to and from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages, unless stated by the lodge
  • Optional activities not listed in the day-by-day itinerary
Day-by-day structure, inclusions and pricing basis are illustrative — confirm exact logistics, permit availability and lodge selection with operations before quoting a client.

Build this into your trip.

Speak to a safari designer to adjust pacing, sectors and lodges to your preferences.