Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Mikumi and Nyerere Safari with Boat and Walking Safaris

4 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes on game drives in Mikumi and Nyerere National Park
02 Take a boat safari to observe hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat
03 Explore Nyerere National Park's varied scenery, from wetlands and dry grassland to acacia forest and mountain views
04 Join a bushman walking safari in the forest accompanied by an armed ranger

Explore Mikumi National Park and Nyerere National Park on a 4-day safari from Dar es Salaam. Enjoy exciting game drives to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more, then head out on a boat safari to see hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat. The journey also takes you through varied landscapes, from wetlands and dry grassland to light acacia forest and higher ground with vast views of far-off mountains. Your adventure ends with a bushman walking safari in the forest accompanied by an armed ranger.

The journey also takes you through varied landscapes, from wetlands and dry grassland to light acacia forest and higher ground with vast views of far-off mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park, Selous Game Reserve

Languages English, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer to Mikumi National Park and Sunset Game Drive

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam at around 5:30 am for your transfer to Mikumi National Park, which takes about 5 to 6 hours. In Morogoro, you will have a hot lunch, then continue with game drives until sunset. You will see many animals, including elephants, lions, and more. After the game drive, you will be taken to Camp Bastian for dinner, overnight stay, and preparation for the following day's schedule.

Day 02

Drive to Nyerere National Park and Boat Safari

In the morning, after breakfast, you will be picked up from your camp and driven to Nyerere National Park. There is a picnic lunch on the way. You will arrive there in the evening and embark on a boat safari. During your boat trip, you'll spot hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat. Meals and your overnight stay will be at Africa Safari Camp.

Dinner and overnight.

Day 03

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

After breakfast, from 7:30 am until evening, you will enjoy a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park, formerly Selous Game Reserve. The journey starts in Selous, where your professional drivers and guides will lead the tour. You will enjoy various tourist attractions, including animals such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and many more.

You will also see birds and beautiful landscape scenery with varied topography, including wetlands, dry grassland, light acacia forest, and higher ground with vast views of far-off mountains. In the afternoon, you will have your packed lunch and some time to rest. Then continue with game drives until the evening, when you will return to Africa Safari Selous for dinner, overnight stay, and preparation for your last day.

Day 04

Bushman Walking Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

On this day, you will have your morning tea and then go on a bushman walking tour in the forest with our bushman, accompanied by an armed ranger. After the walking tour, you will return to Africa Safari Camp for breakfast. After that, prepare to drive back to Dar es Salaam, and on the way, you will have time to eat lunch.

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park, boat safari for hippos and crocodiles, light acacia forest, wetlands and dry grassland

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Dar es Salaam 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

If this is your first time in Tanzania or your first time on safari, this packing list below can help you be well-prepared and comfortable during your adventure. If you forget a few things, don't worry - you can pick up most everyday items in town before you leave.
Travel Documents
- Valid passport
- Yellow fever vaccination records/certificate
- Tanzania visa, available at the airport upon arrival, USD $100 payable in cash only for US citizens or USD $50 for residents of UK/European Union and most other countries
- Copy of flight itinerary
- Copy of travel and/or medical evacuation insurance
- Personal medical/dental insurance cards
- Credit card (Visa and MasterCard are most widely accepted)
- Cash in U.S. Dollars (bills MUST have been issued in 2004 or later)
Clothing
- Remember, it's not a fashion show out there, so be more practical when choosing your safari wardrobe. Try to stay away from bright colours - khaki and other neutral colours tend to work well. It is probably best to dress in layers since it can get cold but also very hot.
- Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
- Sturdy boots or sandals
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
- Long sleeve shirts (lightweight)
- Shorts
- Long trousers
- Underwear
- Socks
- Sleepwear
- Travel towel
- Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
- Raincoat and rain trousers (during rainy season Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
Highly recommended
- Camera and memory cards
- Binoculars
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Insect repellent
- Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
- Malaria tablets
- Basic first aid kit and prescription medicines
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
- The power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket
Other tips
- Bring soft luggage such as a duffel bag, hiking pack, or sports bag. These are ideal for packing into a safari vehicle. Hard suitcases can often be difficult to fit into the vehicles.
- Bring a backpack to carry all your important items, including travel documents, money, camera, medication, etc. You should keep this backpack with you at all times.
- Keep luxury items such as hair dryers/straighteners, expensive jewellery, makeup, and bulky toiletries to an absolute minimum. If in doubt, leave them out.
- If you plan to bring cash, divide it into different areas of your carry-on luggage, wallet, and money belt just in case something happens to one of those carry items.
- Leave space in your luggage for the all-important souvenirs you will probably buy. There are places where you can send packages home via DHL, etc.; however, this can sometimes be an expensive option.

Know before you go

You need a visa to enter Tanzania.
Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required to enter Tanzania if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever-risk country.
Border measures.

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