Selous and Ruaha Safari Itinerary for 8 Nights/9 Days
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Duration
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Time of Year
2023
Package Summary
This safari takes you through Tanzania’s stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife. Start in Dar Es Salaam, explore Selous Game Reserve, and visit Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks for exciting game drives. Enjoy the unique mix of wildlife and beaches at Saadani, then relax on Zanzibar’s peaceful shores.
Included/Exclude
- Pick-up and drop-off at Dar Es Salaam Port
- Return ferry fare from Zanzibar to Dar Es Salaam
- Full board accommodation at Selous River Camp
- All park entry fees in Selous Game Reserve
- 4x4 vehicle with English-speaking guide
- Boat safari on Rufiji River
- 1-liter mineral water per person per day
- Return international airfare
- Medical insurance
- Tips
- Visa fees
- Alcohol and soft drinks
- Tobacco
- Any other personal items
Tour Plan
Arrive at Julius Kambarage Nyerere International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met by our Professional Driver Guide, who will assist you with your luggage and transfer to Peacock Hotel in Dar Es Salaam City Centre.
Overnight at Peacock Hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
After breakfast, pick up from the hotel and proceed to Selous River Camp, with a picnic lunch en route. In the afternoon, enjoy a 2.5-hour boat trip on the Rufiji River. Return to Selous River Camp for a hot shower, followed by dinner and overnight. At the camp, enjoy the campfire overlooking the Rufiji River, with the sounds of hippos and bushbabies.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Selous Game Reserve, with a picnic lunch in the park. Return to Selous River Camp for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start early with coffee or tea and fruit, followed by a walking safari in Selous, accompanied by a ranger and guide. The safari will last 2-3 hours. Return to Selous River Camp for a hot breakfast. After breakfast, enjoy a half-day game drive in the reserve, with a picnic lunch. The afternoon is free to unwind and enjoy the sunset from the balcony of your room. Dinner and overnight at Selous River Camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Mikumi, passing through Morogoro City. This 9-hour drive offers views of African villages, farms, and forests, with a picnic lunch along the way. Arrive at Angalia Tented Camp at 5:00 PM. Enjoy a hot shower, dinner, and overnight stay at the camp.
Alternatively, you can take a morning flight from Mtemere Airstrip to Ruaha National Park, arriving at Msembe Airstrip at 11:00 AM. You will be met by our Driver Guide and enjoy a half-day game drive in Ruaha National Park with a packed lunch. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha Hill Top Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Ruaha National Park, stopping for lunch in Iringa Town. Continue on to Ruaha, where you will spend the night at Ruaha Hill Top Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ruaha National Park, with a picnic lunch in the park. Return to Ruaha Hill Top Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Another full day of game driving in Ruaha, with a picnic lunch in the park. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha Hill Top Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart from Ruaha Hill Top Lodge and drive to Msembe Airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar, departing at 11:45 AM.
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