5-Day Safari
Overview
This 5-day mid-range safari takes you deep into the wild heart of southern Tanzania—Mikumi National Park and Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve). Witness breathtaking scenery, spot iconic African wildlife like elephants, lions, hippos, and zebras, and experience traditional Maasai culture. You’ll enjoy game drives, a boat safari, and a guided walking safari to round off an adventurous journey.
Tour Plan
Start your adventure early with a drive from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (approx. 5–6 hrs). Upon arrival, visit a local Maasai village to learn about their culture, homes, and traditional fire-making with sticks. After the cultural tour, head to your camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Enjoy a full-day game drive through Mikumi National Park, famous for its open floodplains and mountain backdrop. Look out for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes. After a picnic lunch and some rest, continue your wildlife exploration until late afternoon.
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
After breakfast, drive from Mikumi to Nyerere National Park, with a picnic lunch on the way (approx. 7–8 hrs). Upon arrival in the evening, embark on a sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Spend the full day on a game drive exploring Nyerere’s varied landscapes, including wetlands, savannahs, and forests. Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, and maybe even lions or wild dogs. Lunch will be served in the park, with time to relax before continuing your safari.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Start with morning tea, followed by a guided walking safari with a park ranger to track animals on foot and explore the bush up close. After breakfast at the lodge, begin your return drive to Dar es Salaam, arriving by late afternoon.
