Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Nyerere National Park Safari from Dar es Salaam with Rufiji Cruise

3 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise along the Rufiji River on a guided boat safari to spot crocodiles, hippos, and diverse birdlife
  • 02 Set out on a full-day game drive to encounter elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and more
  • 03 Join an early morning walking safari to explore wildlife on foot
  • 04 Visit a Maasai community on a cultural tour to learn about traditional customs and daily life

Discover the wild beauty of southern Tanzania on a 3-day safari to Nyerere National Park from Dar es Salaam. Enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Rufiji River, a full-day game drive across vast savannahs teeming with elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife, and choose between a guided walking safari or an authentic Maasai cultural tour. Stay overnight at a comfortable tented camp and enjoy included meals for a seamless and immersive safari experience.

An early morning walking safari lets you creep silently along paths worn by the feet of large animals to discover secret watering holes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Dar es Salaam
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Rufiji River Boat Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Morning Boat Safari: Explore the Rufiji River through a fascinating boat safari experience to encounter aquatic animals, especially crocodiles and hippos, while enjoying the rich birdlife found in the park.
  • Departure to Dar es Salaam: After the walking safari or cultural tour, depart back to Dar es Salaam (approximately 3-4 hours' drive), arriving in the early afternoon.

Meal Plan: breakfast and lunch

2
Day 02

Transfer to Nyerere National Park and Full-Day Game Drive

  • Depart to Nyerere National Park: Pick-up at 6:00 am, then depart to Nyerere National Park (approximately 3-4 hours' drive).
  • Full-Day Game Drive: Explore Nyerere National Park and encounter wildlife such as buffalo, giraffes, elephants, zebras, lions, and more.

Accommodation: Overnight stay at Nyerere Tented Camp

Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

3
Day 03

Walking Safari or Maasai Cultural Tour and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Walking Safari: An early morning walking safari lets you creep silently along paths worn by the feet of large animals to discover secret watering holes. Watch as families of elephants wallow and play, entirely oblivious to your presence. OR
  • Maasai Cultural Tour: This enriching cultural experience offers a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people. You'll learn about their customs, dress, and social structure, and have the chance to interact with community members in an authentic setting.
  • Departure to Dar es Salaam: After the walking safari or cultural tour, depart back to Dar es Salaam (approximately a 3-4 hour drive), arriving in the late afternoon.

Meals: breakfast and lunch

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation and full-board meals
  • 2.5 liters of mineral water per person per day
  • Transport and game drives in a 4WD pop-up roof Land Cruiser
  • Boat safari and walking safari/cultural tour
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Park entrance fees and government taxes

What's Not Included

  • International and local airfare and flights
  • All personal items
  • Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff
  • Travel insurance, visa, and passport fees
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and beverages in lodges

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $680.00 — $920.00
Double Sharing $680.00 — $920.00

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