Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam and Transfer to Hotel

   • Arrive at Dar es Salaam airport.

   • Meet and greet the Tiem Tours and Safaris representative.

   • Transfer to a hotel in the city center for rest and easy pick-up the next day.

2. Day 2: Dar es Salaam to Dodoma by Train - Dodoma City Tour and Wine Experience

   • Depart early morning from the hotel around 4:30 a.m. and transfer to the train station.

   • Board the express train from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma (approximately 06:00 to 09:25 a.m.).

   • Upon arrival, meet the driver and begin a city tour of Dodoma, the national capital.

   • Explore landmarks including churches, mosques, Hindu temples, government buildings, and local markets.

   • Transfer to a wine estate for a guided nature walk through the vineyards.

   • Enjoy a special wine tasting session featuring four wines.

   Overnight stay at Domiya Estate with full board meals.

3. Day 3: Kondoa-Irangi Rock Art Sites and Sandawe Tribe Visit

   • Take a full-day excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage rock art sites near Kondoa.

   • Hike through the scenic landscape and explore ancient rock paintings dating back thousands of years.

   • Meet the indigenous Sandawe tribe to learn about their culture and lifestyle.

   • Enjoy a picnic lunch during the tour.

   • Return to Domiya Estate for dinner and overnight stay with full board meals.

4. Day 4: Dodoma to Iringa Town and Gangilonga Rock Tour

   • Depart from Dodoma for a scenic road trip to Iringa.

   • Pass by Mtera Dam and enjoy mountain views (note government restrictions on stopping or photographing the dam).

   • Upon arrival in Iringa, embark on a city tour.

   • Visit Gangilonga Rock and hear stories about the region’s history and culture.

   • Explore Iringa’s colonial architecture, historic rock art, archaeological sites, markets, and dining options.

   • Relax and enjoy sunset views from the hotel terrace.

   Overnight stay at Iringa Sunset Hotel with full board meals.

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

   • Depart early for Ruaha National Park by road.

   • Transfer to an open safari vehicle with a professional wildlife guide.

   • Embark on a thrilling afternoon game drive in the park.

   • Spot large prides of lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, zebras, and possibly elusive leopards.

   • Observe over 450 bird species and the scenic Great Ruaha River.

   Enjoy dinner around a campfire and overnight stay at TANAPA Ruaha Bandas with full board meals.

6. Day 6: Ruaha National Park full game drive.

   • Spend a full day on safari exploring the vast landscapes of Ruaha National Park.

   • Search for a wide variety of wildlife and abundant birdlife.

   • Visit the Great Ruaha River, home to hippos and crocodiles.

   • If road and weather conditions permit, take a trip to the rope bridge over the Mdonya River.

   • Witness a breathtaking sunset in the wilderness.

   Overnight stay at TANAPA Ruaha Bandas with full board meals.

7. Day 7: Walking Safari in Ruaha and Visit to Maasai Village

   • Begin the morning with an exciting walking safari along the Great Ruaha River, guided by experienced and armed rangers (weather permitting).

   • Take an early morning game drive en route.

   • After lunch, depart Ruaha National Park and visit a traditional Maasai village near the park’s border.

   • Learn about Maasai culture and lifestyle, deeply connected to nature and wildlife.

   • Return to Iringa for sunset views and overnight stay at Iringa Sunset Hotel with full board meals.

8. Day 8: Explore Isimila Stone Age Site and Return to Dar es Salaam

   • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Isimila Stone Age Site.

   • Take a guided hike among towering natural stone pillars and learn about ancient human tools and artifacts.

   • Enjoy a final picnic lunch.

   • Transfer to Iringa Airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam (flight tickets not included, assistance available).

   Optionally arrange overnight stay in Dar es Salaam and airport transfers for your international flight.