5-Day Safari from Zanzibar to Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Boat safari along the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park
• 02 Game drives in both Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks
• 03 Chance to spot giraffes, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, zebras, and buffaloes
• 04 Opportunity to look for lions and leopards during safari drives
• 05 Relaxing stay at a Dar es Salaam beach hotel between park visits

Embark on a 5-day wildlife adventure from Zanzibar to Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks, combining scenic transfers with rewarding safari experiences. Cruise along the Rufiji River on a boat safari, enjoy game drives in two of Tanzania's renowned parks, and look out for wildlife such as giraffes, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, zebras, buffaloes, and, with luck, lions and leopards. The journey also includes time to relax at a Dar es Salaam beach hotel before returning to Zanzibar. This tour offers a varied mix of wildlife viewing, landscapes, and coastal downtime.

Embark on a 5-day wildlife adventure from Zanzibar to Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks, combining scenic transfers with rewarding safari experiences.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Zanzibar Transfer and Rufiji River Boat Safari

• Our driver will pick you up from your Zanzibar hotel early in the morning and take you to the ferry port. You will depart at 7 am by fast boat from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Once you arrive at Dar es Salaam port, our driver will meet you and transfer you to Nyerere National Park, a drive of about 5 hours. Upon arrival, you will check in at your hotel, enjoy a late lunch, and rest.
• At approximately 4 pm, our driver will pick you up and take you to the banks of the Rufiji River for your boat safari, where you can spot various birds and wild animals.

  After the boat safari, the driver will take you back to your hotel for dinner, rest, and an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Safari in Nyerere National Park

• Today, you will depart early for an exciting full-day safari with a packed lunch in the bush. This is your chance to get closer to nature and Tanzania's incredible wildlife. You can spot giraffes, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, impalas, warthogs, zebras, Cape buffaloes, kudus, and countless other wild animals and birds. With a bit of luck, you may also encounter lions, leopards, and more.
• Your game drive will end in the early evening. You may still see more animals as you return to your hotel or camp.

3

Day 03

Return to Dar es Salaam Beach Hotel

• After breakfast, you will begin your transfer back to Dar es Salaam. You will arrive at your Dar es Salaam beach hotel in time for lunch. After check-in and lunch, you will have the rest of the day to enjoy the beach, the swimming pool, and the hotel surroundings.

4

Day 04

Drive to Mikumi and Afternoon Game Drive

• After an early breakfast, you will leave the Dar es Salaam metro area and drive west for about 5 hours to Mikumi National Park. Along the way, you will pass through beautiful landscapes and several small towns and villages. Upon arrival in Mikumi, you will check in at your hotel and have lunch.
• After lunch, you will head out for an afternoon to early-evening game drive, then return to your hotel for dinner, rest, and an overnight stay.

5

Day 05

Morning Game Drive and Ferry Back to Zanzibar

• You will get up early in the morning for breakfast. Afterwards, you will begin your game drive to spot wild animals. In the early afternoon, you will break for lunch, after which you will begin your transfer back to Dar es Salaam. The driver will take you to Dar es Salaam port for your 4 pm ferry departure.
• You will arrive in Zanzibar at around 6 pm. Our driver will pick you up and drive you to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities (unless labelled as optional)
• All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
• All taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• 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)
• 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 increases in taxes and park fees
• Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What to bring

• Binoculars and camera equipment:
  • A pair of binoculars for wildlife spotting and observation
  • A camera with extra batteries and memory cards to capture memorable moments
  • A telephoto lens for close-up shots of wildlife
• Protective gear:
  • Sunglasses with UV protection
  • Sunscreen with a high SPF

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Client's residence

Tour start

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.