Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Saadani National Park Safari with Wami River Boat Trip

3 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot giraffes on an exciting walking safari in Saadani National Park
  • 02 See flocks of flamingos on a boat safari along the Wami River
  • 03 Unwind and relax on the charming beaches of Saadani
  • 04 Visit the famous Bagamoyo Historical Site

Travel to the unique Saadani National Park, the only wildlife sanctuary in East Africa with an Indian Ocean beachfront, where you can unwind on charming beaches after tracking and spotting wild animals such as giraffes. Cruise the Wami River to see flocks of flamingos and abundant birdlife, then round off the journey with a short cultural tour of Saadani village to learn about the rural lifestyle of the region. The return drive to Dar es Salaam also includes a visit to the famous Bagamoyo Historical Site.

The river safari passes flocks of flamingos at the mouth of the estuary before entering the river, with its abundant wildlife and profusion of birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Dar es Salaam, Bagamoyo, Saadani National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Saadani National Park

  • Your Tanzania tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Dar es Salaam and drive you to Saadani National Park, with packed lunches provided.

  • Enjoy a short game drive and some relaxation by the beach in the afternoon. Saadani National Park is the only wildlife sanctuary in East Africa to boast an Indian Ocean beachfront, and it possesses all the attributes that make Tanzania's tropical coastline unique.

Dinner and overnight will be at a campsite, lodge, hotel, or bandas.

2
Day 02

Wami River Boat Safari and Wilderness Walk

  • Spend the day on walking safaris and boat excursions on the Wami River, which offers probably the best boat safari in Tanzania. The river safari passes flocks of flamingos at the mouth of the estuary before entering the river, with its abundant wildlife and profusion of birdlife. Have lunch at the bandas.

  • Enjoy the unique experience of tracking giraffes through the prime bushes before emerging onto a pristine beach.

Dinner and overnight will be at a campsite, lodge, hotel, or bandas.

3
Day 03

Saadani Village, Bagamoyo and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • After breakfast, go on a short cultural tour of Saadani village and then drive back to Dar es Salaam via the Bagamoyo Historical Site, arriving in the late afternoon.

  • Finally, get dropped off at the hotel or airport.

Saadani National Park, Wami River boat safari, Indian Ocean beachfront, Bagamoyo Historical Site

Where this trip takes you

Saadani National Park, Wami River boat safari, Indian Ocean beachfront, Bagamoyo Historical Site

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dar es Salaam 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport, seaport, or hotel before and after the trip

  • Park entrance fees into the game reserve

  • Services of our knowledgeable English-speaking Tanzanian driver/guide

  • Meals and game drives as per the itinerary

  • A cook to prepare your meals

  • Activities as per the itinerary

  • Drinking water

  • Safari transport by 4x4 (6-seater) with a pop-up roof hatch for easy game viewing and photography

What's Not Included

  • Soft drinks

  • Alcoholic and other beverages

  • Optional activities not outlined in the itinerary

  • Laundry

  • Tips

  • Airport departure tax

  • Local and international flights

  • Visas

  • Travel/flying doctors' rescue services

  • Personal and baggage insurance

Know before you go

  • The private tour group size is 4 persons.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour start
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dar es Salaam.

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