4-Day Mikumi and Nyerere Safari with Village Visit from Dar es Salaam

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Dar es Salaam, heading southwest through scenic countryside toward Mikumi National Park, approximately 4-5 hours away by road. Upon arrival, you will head straight into the bush for your first thrilling game drive. Explore Mikumi's open savannahs, often referred to as the "mini-Serengeti," which are teeming with wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, wildebeest, impalas, and possibly even lions and leopards.

Main Destination: Mikumi National Park

Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

Meals & drinks: Lunch and dinner (breakfast not included)

• Drinking water (other drinks not included)

After an early breakfast, you will enjoy a half-day game drive in Mikumi to capture the best wildlife activity during the cooler morning hours. Later, you will begin your journey toward Nyerere National Park with a scenic road transfer of approximately 4-5 hours, passing through rural villages and beautiful Tanzanian landscapes. Upon arrival at your lodge near the Rufiji River, you can relax and take in the tranquil surroundings as you prepare for the next day's full-day safari adventure.

Main Destination: Nyerere National Park

Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & drinks: Lunch and dinner (breakfast not included)

• Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Today is your chance to fully explore the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park. After breakfast, you will set out for a full-day game drive led by a professional guide in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Roam through diverse habitats, including woodlands, wetlands, and savannahs, while encountering elephants, lions, giraffes, wild dogs, zebras, and countless bird species. A bush picnic lunch will be served in a scenic area of the park before you continue your wildlife exploration into the late afternoon.

Main Destination: Nyerere National Park

Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous Camp

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & drinks: All meals included

• Drinking water (other drinks not included)

On your final morning, you will enjoy a guided visit to a nearby local village to learn about the lifestyle, traditions, and stories of the indigenous communities living near the park. This enriching experience adds a cultural dimension to your wildlife journey. Afterward, you will begin your transfer back to Dar es Salaam for your flight home or continue onward to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach extension. This marks the end of your lifetime safari with us in Tanzania Mainland.

We can arrange a beach extension to Zanzibar if you would like to extend your lifetime adventure safari, at an extra cost upon request.

Main Destination: Dar Es Salaam Airport (Dar es Salaam)

Accommodation: No accommodation (end of tour)

Meals & drinks: Breakfast and lunch (dinner not included)

• Drinking water (other drinks not included)