Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam - Transfer to Selous

   • Arrival at Dar es Salaam: Meet your guide at the airport or hotel.

   • Travel to Selous Game Reserve: Begin your scenic drive through rural villages and landscapes.

   • Check-in at Lodge or Camp: Upon arrival, check in and relax.

   • Optional Afternoon Boat Safari: If time permits, enjoy a late afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River.

   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp
   Meals: Full Board (FB)

2. Day 2: Full Day Game Drive at Selous

   • Early Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your lodge.

   • Full Day Game Drive: Depart for a full day of game viewing, with walking safaris through Selous’ diverse landscapes.

   • Wildlife Viewing: See elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wild dogs, and various bird species.

   • Picnic Lunch: Enjoy lunch in the bush, surrounded by nature.

   • Return to Lodge: Head back to your lodge in the late afternoon for relaxation and dinner.

   Activity: Game drive, Walking safaris
   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp
   Meals: Full Board (FB)

3. Day 3: Transfer from Selous to Mikumi National Park

   • Breakfast: Enjoy an early breakfast.

   • Transfer to Mikumi: Drive towards Mikumi National Park, passing through scenic landscapes and local villages.

   • Arrival at Mikumi: Check in at your lodge or camp.

   • Evening Game Drive: If time permits, enjoy a short evening game drive in Mikumi, known for large elephant herds and other wildlife.

   Activity: Transfer, Game drive
   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp
   Meals: Full Board (FB)

4. Day 4: Transfer to Ruaha National Park - Afternoon Game Drive

   • Early Breakfast: Start the day with breakfast.

   • Journey to Ruaha: Travel through the Southern Highlands, enjoying scenic views and cultural encounters along the way.

   • Arrival at Ruaha: Check in at your lodge or camp for lunch and relaxation.

   • Afternoon Game Drive: In the late afternoon, go for a game drive to view predators and large herds of elephants and buffaloes.

   Activity: Transfer, Game drive
   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp
   Meals: Full Board (FB)

5. Day 5: Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

   • Early Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the lodge.

   • Full Day Game Drive: Explore the diverse landscapes of Ruaha National Park, famous for its predators and large animal herds.

   • Wildlife Viewing: Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, and vast herds of elephants, buffaloes, and kudu.

   • Packed Lunch in the Bush: Enjoy a packed lunch while immersed in nature.

   • Return to Lodge: Continue exploring in the afternoon before heading back to the lodge for dinner.

   Activity: Game drive, Walking safari
   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp

6. Day 6: Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

   • Early Breakfast: Start the day with an early meal.

   • Full Day Game Drive: Continue exploring Ruaha, focusing on wildlife sightings and the Great Ruaha River that runs along the park's boundary.

   • Packed Lunch: Enjoy lunch in the bush during the safari.

   • Return to Lodge: In the late afternoon, head back to your lodge to relax and enjoy dinner.

   Activity: Game drive, Walking safari
   Accommodation: Lodge or Camp

7. Day 7: Transfer Back to Dar es Salaam

   • Early Breakfast: Have breakfast at the lodge.

   • Return Journey: Begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam, either by road or a scheduled flight (depending on your travel plan or budget).

   • Drop-off at Hotel or Airport: Upon arrival, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Southern Tanzania safari.

   Meals: Lunch