Full-Day Trip From Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
Highlights
Zanzibar
nature, safari, Wildlife
Group Tour
12 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a full-day trip to Nyerere National Park (formerly part of Selous Game Reserve) from Zanzibar by private flight offers a quick yet immersive safari experience. Nyerere is one of Tanzania's largest and most biodiverse parks, home to diverse wildlife, scenic landscapes, and the Rufiji River
Itinerary
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Arrival in selous game reserve
Private Flight:
- Departure: You would take a private flight from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park. The flight typically takes around 1.5 hours, depending on your aircraft and weather conditions.
- Arrival: After landing, you'll be met by your guide, who will take you on your safari adventure.
Nyerere National Park Safari Experience: Morning Safari Game Drive:
- Wildlife Spotting: The park is home to the “Big Five” (lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos), and you'll likely encounter elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of antelope. A morning game drive is the best time to spot predators like lions and leopards.
- Landscape: Nyerere offers diverse landscapes, from grasslands to forests and wetlands, along with the Rufiji River, where animals like hippos and crocodiles can be seen.
Lunch in the Park:
- Picnic or Lodge Lunch: Enjoy a lunch at a lodge within the park or have a packed picnic while surrounded by nature. Some operators may offer a scenic, riverside lunch.
Afternoon Safari Game Drive:
- Continue your game drive in the afternoon, with the chance to explore different parts of the park. The Rufiji River area provides opportunities to see large concentrations of wildlife.
Optional Boat Safari:
- Boat Safari: If time allows, you can take a boat trip along the Rufiji River, offering a different perspective of the park and a chance to observe wildlife from the water, including hippos, crocodiles, and birds.
Return to Zanzibar:
- After a full afternoon of exploring, you’ll fly back to Zanzibar, arriving in the evening, typically in time for dinner.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.