Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Nyerere National Park Safari from Zanzibar with Boat Safari

2 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and rare African wild dogs
  • 02 Enjoy a scenic boat safari observing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
  • 03 Explore iconic wildlife areas such as Lake Manze, Siwandu, and Tagalala
  • 04 Experience guided game drives across vast savannah and river landscapes

Explore Nyerere National Park on this 2-day safari from Zanzibar, filled with thrilling wildlife encounters. Fly into Selous and enjoy guided game drives to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and rare African wild dogs. Experience a scenic boat safari observing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife along the river. Discover diverse landscapes, including lakes and savannah plains, while visiting key wildlife areas in one of Africa's largest and most untouched safari destinations.

Experience a scenic boat safari observing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife along the river.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Zanzibar, Selous Game Reserve
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere and Enjoy Game Drives and a Boat Safari

  • Begin your safari with a morning flight from Zanzibar in a light aircraft to Selous, one of Africa's most renowned game reserves.
  • Arrive at Mtemere Airstrip and meet your driver-guide for a detailed tour briefing.
  • Start game drives to encounter large wildlife and predators in their natural habitat.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive.
  • Return to the camp for a short rest.
  • In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari to observe wildlife at the water's edge, including bird colonies, hippos, and crocodiles.
  • Relax by a campfire bonfire followed by dinner.

Overnight stay at the camp.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Safari in Selous and Return Flight to Zanzibar

  • Start with an early breakfast before heading out for a full day of exploration.
  • Drive through diverse landscapes, including savannah plains, riverbanks, and lakes.
  • Visit wildlife-rich areas such as Lake Manze, Siwandu, Nzelekela, and Tagalala.
  • Spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalos, zebras, and possibly African wild dogs.
  • Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch with expansive views of the park.
  • Continue game viewing across different regions of the park.
  • Observe bird species, smaller mammals, and unique flora.
  • Return to the airstrip in the late afternoon.
  • Fly back to Zanzibar, marking the end of the tour.
Nyerere National Park, Mtemere Airstrip, Lake Manze, Siwandu

Where this trip takes you

Nyerere National Park, Mtemere Airstrip, Lake Manze, Siwandu

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All nights' accommodation during the safari
  • Extended 4x4 luxury safari jeep with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Entrance fees for all national parks
  • Flights from and to Zanzibar
  • 18% VAT on entrance fees
  • All government taxes
  • Drinking water

What's Not Included

  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional activities (e.g. hot-air balloon rides at $550 per person)
  • Tips and gratuities

What to bring

  • Wear khaki or neutral-colored clothing and avoid bright white or fluorescent colours.
  • Choose neutral tones to blend in with nature during safari activities.
  • Pack practical clothing suitable for dusty conditions in Tanzania.

Know before you go

  • Experience one of Africa's vast game reserves where aquatic and terrestrial wildlife coexist in a spacious and less crowded environment.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nyerere National Park, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,000.00 — $1,050.00
Double Sharing $1,000.00 — $1,050.00

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