Description
We will travel to the most attractive parks in southern Tanzania, a region far from traditional tourism, ideal for intrepid travelers who will be able to go on canoe or walking safaris to appreciate a variety of wildlife and discover unique landscapes. Read more
Our trip will start in Dar Es Salaam, the capital of Tanzania, from where we will head to the south of the country to start a safari through the less visited parks and reserves of Tanzania that hide enormous attractions. We will feel like the explorers of old as we visit places that still have much to discover.
We will continue on to the Selous Reserve, the largest in all of Africa and partially open to tourism, home to large herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, wild dogs, a huge variety of birds and some of the last black rhinos in Tanzania.
We will continue on to the so-called Mikumi and the “Southern Highlands”, which offer green hilly landscapes, a huge diversity of wildlife as well as traditional local markets.
We will continue to Ruaha National Park, a place of great beauty, home to one of the largest populations of elephants in Africa.
Finally, those who wish, can optionally end the trip on the idyllic island of Pemba, a beautiful island, away from mass tourism, with little infrastructure. With crystal clear turquoise blue waters, white sandbanks and thousands of colorful fish lining the coral reefs, it is an ideal destination for a few days of relaxation.
Exit date
Private departures on any date
Dar es Salaam
Selous Reserve
Mikumi National Park
Ruaha National Park
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Days 8 and 9
- Day 10
Itinerary
Day 1 – Spain – Dar es Salaam (Tanzania)
Departure by scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam.
Overnight on board.
Day 2 – Dar es Salaam – Selous Reserve
Upon arrival, reception at Dar es Salaam airport and transfer to the spectacular Selous Reserve, the largest in Africa, located about 4 hours away.
Once there, we will go on an interesting safari to observe herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, wild dogs and, with some luck, black rhinos. In addition, we will also see a huge variety of birds.
We will end the day moving to a lodge spectacularly located in a wide meander of the Rufiji River.
Lodging and full board.
Note: optional light aircraft can be flown from Dar es Salaam to Selous.
Day 3 – Selous Reserve
Breakfast. In the morning we will go on a canoe safari along the Rufiji River, which flows through forests and grasslands where we will be able to observe the animals that come to its banks.
In the afternoon, we will go on another 4×4 safari and optionally you can also go on a balloon safari to appreciate the fauna of the reserve from a bird’s eye view.
Lodging in lodge and full board.
Day 4 – Selous Reserve
Breakfast. In the morning we can choose between a 4×4 safari or a walking safari.
In the afternoon, we will continue our safari and enjoy the wildlife of the Selous.
Lodging in lodge and full board.
Day 5 – Selous Reserve – Mikumi National Park
Breakfast. Today we will move to the neighboring Mikumi National Park, located 5 hours away and considered the fourth largest national park in Tanzania.
We will safari en route as we leave the Selous Reserve and begin a scenic drive of great natural beauty through the Uluguru Mountains. Afterwards, we will continue to our base in Mikumi Park for an overnight stay in a charming mobile camp. Accommodation and full board.
Day 6 – Mikumi National Park
Breakfast. We will spend the day safariing in Mikumi Park with high chances of spotting buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, lions, zebras, leopards, hippos and crocodiles, among others.
Lodging and full board.
Day 7 – Mikumi National Park – Ruaha National Park
Breakfast and transfer to Ruaha National Park (375 km, 6h) and enjoy a scenic drive through the Kitonga Mountains. In addition, we will pass through Iringa village.
Upon arrival in Ruaha, weather permitting, we will take a short safari through the park. Overnight at lodge and full board.
Days 8 and 9 – Ruaha National Park
Breakfast. Full days of safari in 4×4 car, touring the Ruaha Park, a place of great beauty and that preserves almost intact its landscape.
Ruaha is also home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa. After lunch, we can optionally go on a walking safari or a night safari.
Lodging in lodge and full board.
Day 10 – Ruaha National Park – Dar es Salaam – Spain
Prices
| 2 persons | 4 persons | 6 people | Individual suppl. |
| 5.960 € | 4.910 € | 4.580 € | 530 € |
Optional light aircraft from Ruaha to Dar Es Salam: 450 € per person
Optional light aircraft from Mikumi to Ruaha: 330 € per person.
Price extension to Pemba Island: from 1.450 € per person.
What does it include?
Flights
International flight Spain – Dar Es Salaam – Spain
Extension to Pemba Island (3 nights): Flight Dar Es Salaam – Zanzibar – Pemba – Zanzibar – Dar Es Salam
Transfers
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
4×4 safari vehicle
Extension to Pemba Island (3 nights): Transfers airport – hotel – airport
Meals
Full board (without beverages)
Bottle of water for safaris (1 liter per person)
Extension to Pemba Island (3 nights): All inclusive
Staff
English-speaking driver-guide expert in the area
Tickets
Entrance fees to the parks and reserves to be visited
Insurance
Travel insurance. Check here the conditions
24-hour telephone assistance
Lodging
Lodging in lodges and hotels indicated or similar in double occupancy rooms
Extension to Pemba Island (3 nights): Three nights in hotel Fundu Lagoon Pemba 5*, Hill Side room in all inclusive (double room).
What is NOT included?
Practical information
Situation
Tanzania is located in East Africa, bordered to the north by Kenya and Uganda; to the west by Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire); to the south by Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique; and to the east by the Indian Ocean.
Recommended time of year
From December to March, and from June to October
Weather
The rainy seasons extend from November to December and from April to May.
Tanzania is hot and tropical along the Tanganyika coastline while in the interior plateau, the climate is dry with high temperatures and in the southwestern highlands temperatures are semi-warm.
Documentation
Passport with at least six months validity from the date of entry to the country with at least three blank pages and visa obtained online from Spain.
Vaccines
Yellow fever vaccine is mandatory if coming from an infected area (not the case in Spain).
Other recommended vaccinations: typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B, tetanus-diphtheria and antimalaria prophylaxis.
Languages
English, Swahili and various tribal languages.
Currency
Tanzanian Shilling
Time difference
GMT + 2 in winter; GMT + 1 in summer
Electricity
240 – 110V. Adapter is required for European plugs.
What to bring
Comfortable and cool clothing and footwear, preferably light colors. Sun hat or cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, sunglasses, camera, binoculars, small backpack for safaris, mosquito repellent and something warm for the evenings.
