Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Saadani National Park Safari with Boat Safari and Beach Relaxation

2 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience a unique safari that combines wildlife viewing with relaxation on stunning white sandy beaches
02 Enjoy an evening game drive with sightings of giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hartebeests, waterbucks, and sable antelopes
03 Look out for the Big Four - lions, African bush elephants, Cape buffaloes, and leopards - on an early morning game drive
04 Take a scenic boat safari on the Wami River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and numerous water birds

Embark on a thrilling 2-day safari adventure in Saadani National Park, where exciting game drives offer the chance to spot diverse wildlife, including the Big Four - lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. Enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Wami River, home to hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Relax on beautiful white sandy beaches and unwind in nature's tranquility, while also taking in views of local villages and the historic Wami River along the way.

Begin the day with an early morning game drive within the park, where you may spot the Big Four - lions, African bush elephants, Cape buffaloes, and leopards - along with various other wildlife.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Dar es Salaam, Saadani National Park

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer to Saadani National Park and Evening Game Drive

You will be picked up from the airport or your hotel after breakfast for your transfer to Saadani National Park.
The drive takes approximately 2 hours and offers scenic views of local villages, the historical triangle, and the fascinating Wami River.
Upon arrival at the park, you will embark on an evening game drive to catch a glimpse of the park's wildlife, including wildebeests, hartebeests, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, sable antelopes, and more.
After the game drive, relax on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Saadani National Park.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your selected lodge or bandas.

Day 02

Morning Game Drive, Wami River Boat Safari, and Return

Begin the day with an early morning game drive within the park, where you may spot the Big Four - lions, African bush elephants, Cape buffaloes, and leopards - along with various other wildlife.
You may choose to have a picnic lunch on the beach, enjoying the ocean breeze, or return to your lodge for a relaxed lunch.
In the afternoon, take a boat safari along the Wami River, which empties into the Indian Ocean. The river and surrounding swamplands are home to a large population of hippos, crocodiles, and numerous water birds, making it a perfect spot for avid birdwatchers.
After your boat safari, you will depart from the park and return to Dar es Salaam. You will either be dropped off at your hotel or taken to the airport for your departure.