Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Saadani National Park Safari from Zanzibar by Speedboat

1 Day Round trip from Zanzibar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Saadani National Park, Tanzania's only wildlife sanctuary on the Indian Ocean
02 Look out for elephants and other wild animals along the beach
03 Enjoy a safari in search of giraffes, lions, leopards, crocodiles, and more
04 Spot over 100 bird species in this unique coastal wildlife reserve

Travel from Zanzibar to Saadani National Park, the only wildlife sanctuary in Tanzania that borders the Indian Ocean. Watch for the unusual sight of elephants and other wild animals along the beach, then head into the park for a safari in search of giraffes, Cape buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards, crocodiles, wildebeests, mongooses, genets, porcupines, vervet monkeys, waterbucks, and more than 100 bird species. This tour is ideal for wildlife photography enthusiasts and naturalists visiting Tanzania, offering truly one-of-a-kind coastal safari views.

Travel from Zanzibar to Saadani National Park, the only wildlife sanctuary in Tanzania that borders the Indian Ocean.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zanzibar, Saadani National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Speedboat Journey and Safari in Saadani National Park

Set out on a speedboat from Zanzibar in the morning toward Tanzania's 13th National Park, Saadani. As you approach, catch the unusual sight of wild animals basking on the Indian Ocean shores.
Board a jeep and embark on a safari through the park. On this game drive, you will come across most of Saadani's inhabitants: giraffes, Cape buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards, crocodiles, wildebeests, mongooses, genets, porcupines, vervet monkeys, waterbucks, and over 100 species of birds.
After the unforgettable game drive, take the speedboat back to Zanzibar and arrive at 6:00 PM. The tour ends here.