Tanzania · Wildlife Safari

3-Day Nyerere National Park Wildlife Safari with Rufiji Boat Safari

3 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the vast grasslands of Nyerere National Park
02 Spot lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests, among other species
03 Enjoy a culture tour and boat safari on the Rufiji River
04 Look out for hippos and rhinos along the Rufiji River

Embark on a 3-day adventure to Nyerere National Park, one of Tanzania's most stunning wildlife reserves, and observe the animals that call this place home, including lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests. Experience thrilling game drives and visit different areas of the park to increase your chances of spotting rare and exotic animals. Go on a culture tour and a boat safari on the Rufiji River, home to a large number of hippos and rhinos.

The sheer volume of game in Nyerere is outstanding.

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 Not applicable

City Dar es Salaam

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park

Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam and drive to Nyerere National Park.
Go on a culture tour and a boat safari on the Rufiji River, with its renowned population of hippos and rhinos, which flows to the Indian Ocean. The river has been designated a photographic zone and is a popular tourist destination. Get ready to learn about and experience mesmerizing Tanzanian culture.

Meals: lunch, dinner, and drinking water included.

Day 02

Game Drives in Nyerere National Park

Today, you will have an early morning game drive, and after the lunch break, you will continue with a late afternoon game drive. The sheer volume of game in Nyerere is outstanding. Elephants, buffaloes, and lions are found in great numbers, and the park, together with the remaining part of Selous, is the last true stronghold for African wild dogs.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 03

Walking Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

After breakfast and enjoying the wide diversity of safari activities in the park, such as a boating safari as well as a standard game drive, you will have a two-hour walking safari. This will be the last activity, marking the end of your adventure in Nyerere National Park.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and drinking water included.

Where this trip takes you

Nyerere National Park grasslands, Rufiji River hippo and rhino habitats, Dar es Salaam departure

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Dar es Salaam 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Game drives as per itinerary
All entrance fees and government taxes
Enough litres of mineral water and soft drinks
Full-board accommodation on safari
Safari Jeep 4x4 with pop-up roof suitable for game viewing

What's Not Included

Tips for the support team
Personal expenses, e.g. laundry and beverages
Passport, visa, and travellers insurance
Yellow fever vaccinations
International and local airfare

What to bring

Wet wipes (recommended)
Hand sanitiser
Snacks, lightweight, high-calorie, high-energy (optional)
Camera with extra batteries (optional)
Prescriptions
Insurance documents
Immunization papers
1 neck pillow for napping in the vehicle (optional)
1 small daypack

Know before you go

Please note that all trip prices are based on our company costs, fees, and supplier prices in effect at the time of booking. We reserve the right to alter trip prices should inflation, fuel costs, labour, materials, or exchange rates change. If the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) raises park fees, or if any hotel, lodge, camp, or other service provider raises their rates, we reserve the right to require additional payment from the client.

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