Tanzania · Safari

7-Day Southern Tanzania Safari with Kilwa Beach and UNESCO Ruins

7 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace
Kilwa Ruins
Mikumi National Park
Jeep Safari
Jeep Safari
Boating
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks with immersive game drives and a boat safari
  • 02 Spot diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife
  • 03 Relax on scenic Kilwa Beach with leisure time and cultural experiences
  • 04 Visit historic Kilwa Kisiwani, a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in Swahili heritage

Discover the natural and cultural wonders of southern Tanzania on this enriching 7-day itinerary. Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters during game drives in Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. Enjoy a peaceful retreat on the white sands of Kilwa Beach and explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, once powerful Swahili trading cities.

Enjoy a peaceful retreat on the white sands of Kilwa Beach and explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, once powerful Swahili trading cities.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park, Kilwa
Languages English, French, German, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi Safari Journey

  • Depart early from Dar es Salaam at 6:00 AM.
  • Drive for approximately six hours, with a lunch stop in Morogoro.
  • Arrive at Mikumi National Park and begin an afternoon game drive.
  • Spot wildlife including impala, elephants, giraffes, lions, wildebeests, and buffaloes.
  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Camp Bastian.
2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Viewing in Mikumi

  • Eat breakfast at the lodge.
  • Depart with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive.
  • Explore various habitats and see eland, hartebeest, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, zebra, and elephants.
  • Visit the hippo and crocodile pool.
  • Return for dinner and an overnight stay at Camp Bastian.
3
Day 03

Journey to Nyerere and Rufiji River Boat Safari

  • Depart early from Mikumi to Nyerere National Park.
  • Stop for lunch en route at a local restaurant.
  • Arrive at the lodge in the late afternoon.
  • Enjoy an evening boat safari along the Rufiji River.

Dine and stay overnight at Nyerere Tented Camp.

4
Day 04

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

  • Have breakfast at the camp.
  • Depart with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive.
  • Observe lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hyenas, and a wide range of birds.
  • Explore diverse landscapes, including wetlands and acacia woodlands.
  • Return for dinner and an overnight stay at Nyerere Tented Camp.
5
Day 05

From Nyerere to Kilwa Beach

  • Eat breakfast and depart for Kilwa Beach with lunch boxes.
  • Travel south to the coastal town of Kilwa.
  • Check in to a beach lodge located along the Indian Ocean.
  • Visit the fish market or relax for the rest of the day.
  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Kilwa Beach Lodge.
6
Day 06

Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara Discovery

  • Depart after breakfast for Kilwa Kisiwani with a picnic lunch.
  • Discover this UNESCO World Heritage site and learn about Swahili history.
  • Visit ancient ruins and explore nearby Songo Mnara Island.
  • Return to Kilwa Beach Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
7
Day 07

Return Drive to Dar es Salaam

  • Eat breakfast at the lodge.
  • Drive back to Dar es Salaam with a packed lunch.
  • Drop off at your hotel, the ferry terminal, or the airport.
Mikumi National Park savanna, Rufiji River boat safari, Kilwa Kisiwani ruins, Kilwa Beach coastline

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park savanna, Rufiji River boat safari, Kilwa Kisiwani ruins, Kilwa Beach coastline

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 4 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park entry fees for Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks
  • Accommodation as specified in the itinerary (lodge/camp/hotel)
  • Ground transport in a private safari vehicle
  • All activities and excursions listed in the itinerary
  • Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) as noted
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives and transfers
  • Boat safari at Nyerere National Park
  • Guided cultural visit to Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Any items of a personal nature (e.g. laundry, telephone, snacks, etc.)
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
  • Alcoholic and soft beverages
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Hotel stays before or after the tour (unless pre-arranged)

What to bring

  • All safari items

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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