Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Saadani National Park Safari from Zanzibar with River Safari

3 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Island Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Saadani National Park, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, and more
02 Cruise along the Wami River for close-up views during a river safari
03 Enjoy a magical bush sundowner in the heart of the park
04 Relax at Saadani Safari Lodge with beach bicycle rides and village tours

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari adventure from Zanzibar to Saadani National Park, where bush and beach experiences come together in one journey. Enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon game drives, a serene river safari along the Wami River, and relaxing time at Saadani Safari Lodge. The experience also includes bicycle rides along the beach, village visits, and a magical bush sundowner at sunset.

Enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon game drives, a serene river safari along the Wami River, and relaxing time at Saadani Safari Lodge.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Zanzibar, Saadani National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly from Zanzibar to Saadani and Enjoy a Sunset Game Drive

Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your domestic flight departure.
Arrive at the Saadani National Park airstrip, where you will be met and greeted upon arrival.
Transfer to Saadani Safari Lodge and check in to your Classic Banda.
Select your dinner menu at the lodge.
Embark on an afternoon game drive.
Enjoy an evening bush sundowner.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Morning Game Drive, River Safari or Leisure at Saadani

Wake up early for a morning game drive.
Return to the lodge for brunch breakfast.
Choose between a river safari or leisure time at the lodge.
After lunch, enjoy leisure activities such as relaxing by the pool, riding a bicycle along the beach, or taking a village tour.
Embark on an afternoon game drive.
Have dinner and overnight at Saadani Safari Lodge.

Day 03

Final Game Drive and Flight Back to Zanzibar

Wake up early for a morning game drive.
Return to the lodge for brunch breakfast.
Enjoy a river safari after breakfast.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Spend leisure time at the lodge, either relaxing by the pool or taking a short bicycle ride along the beach.
Transfer to the airstrip for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival in Zanzibar, transfer back to your hotel.