5-Day Southern Tanzania Safari

Tour Package

5-Day Southern Tanzania Safari

Five days through Nyerere and Mikumi — remote Southern Tanzania wildlife with fewer crowds and unspoiled landscapes.

5 daysFrom USD 1688

Overview

Explore the untamed wilderness of Southern Tanzania on this 5-day safari through some of Africa's most remote and unspoiled parks. Experience the vast landscapes of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) and the diverse ecosystems of Mikumi National Park. This journey offers incredible wildlife encounters, fewer crowds, and a true off-the-beaten-path safari experience.

Highlights

  • Scenic SGR train ride from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro
  • Game drives across Mikumi's "Little Serengeti" plains
  • Sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River in Nyerere (Selous)
  • Big game in two southern parks: elephants, lions, leopards and wild dogs
  • Bush flight from Nyerere to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam
  • Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari add-on ($599 per person)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Dar es Salaam to Morogoro to Mikumi National Park

    Pick-up from Dar es Salaam and transfer to the SGR station for the train to Morogoro. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Mikumi and, after a short briefing, you will start your guided game drive in Mikumi. Lunch will be served in the park. Accommodation: Camp Bastian.

  2. 2

    Mikumi National Park - Full Day Game Drive

    Enjoy a full day of guided game drives across the open plains of Mikumi, often called the "Little Serengeti". Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, lions and a wealth of birdlife. Picnic lunch in the park. Accommodation: Camp Bastian.

  3. 3

    Transfer to Nyerere National Park - Evening Boat Safari

    After breakfast, transfer to Nyerere National Park. Check in at the lodge in the afternoon and later head out for a memorable boat safari along the Rufiji River, watching hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds as the sun sets. Accommodation: Africa Safari Nyerere.

  4. 4

    Nyerere National Park - Full Day Game Drive

    Spend a full day exploring Nyerere National Park on a guided game drive. Discover one of Africa's largest protected wilderness areas, home to wild dogs, lions, leopards, elephants and exceptional bird diversity. Picnic lunch in the park. Accommodation: Africa Safari Nyerere.

  5. 5

    Morning Game Drive - Fly to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam

    Enjoy a final morning game drive before being dropped off at the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam, followed by a transfer to your hotel. End of safari services.

Included

  • Safari Cruiser 4x4
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • All park fees
  • Unlimited drinking water
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Flight from Nyerere to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar
  • SGR train tickets from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro (economy, one-way)