Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Maswa Game Reserve Camping Safari from Mwanza with Bush Walk

2 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the remote and wildlife-rich Maswa Game Reserve, bordering the Serengeti
  • 02 Experience thrilling morning and afternoon game drives with excellent predator sightings, including lions and leopards
  • 03 Spot large herds of elephants, buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and various antelope species
  • 04 Enjoy a guided bush walk with an armed ranger for a more intimate connection with the wilderness
  • 05 Discover diverse habitats including open plains, dense thickets, rocky kopjes, and riverine forests
  • 06 Witness unique birdlife with over 400 recorded species in the ecosystem

Embark on a thrilling 2-day camping safari from Mwanza to the remote and wildlife-rich Maswa Game Reserve, where you will explore diverse landscapes, enjoy exciting game drives, and experience a guided bush walk with an armed ranger. Encounter a wide variety of animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and large herds of wildebeest and antelope in this off-the-beaten-path extension of the Serengeti ecosystem.

Experience a guided bush walk accompanied by an armed ranger.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Mwanza, Bariadi
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Mwanza to Maswa Game Reserve and Afternoon Game Drive

  • Begin with breakfast at your accommodation in Mwanza.
  • Meet your safari guide and chef for a detailed briefing and packing of equipment and supplies.

  • Depart by 4x4 safari vehicle towards Maswa Game Reserve.

  • Enjoy the scenic drive through rural Tanzania as your guide shares insights about the landscapes and local culture.

  • Arrive at the Maswa Game Reserve gate, where your guide will handle registration and permit formalities.

Begin Afternoon Game Drive

  • Start your first game drive as you enter Maswa Game Reserve.

  • Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, and various antelope species.

  • Your mobile tented camp will be set up in a designated public campsite within the reserve.

Lunch and Relaxation

  • Enjoy a packed or freshly prepared picnic lunch at the campsite.

  • Settle into your tents and prepare for an afternoon of exploration.

Afternoon Game Drive

  • Embark on an extensive afternoon game drive through Maswa's varied habitats, including open plains and riverine forests.

  • Observe large herds of buffalo, eland, topi, and gazelles, with excellent chances of predator sightings as the temperatures cool.

Evening at Camp

  • Return to your campsite as the sun sets.

  • Relax with refreshments and enjoy a hearty bush dinner prepared by your chef.

  • Gather around the campfire under the stars and share stories of the day's adventures.

  • Retire to your tent for a peaceful night in the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Camping within Maswa Game Reserve
Meal Plan: Full board

2
Day 02

Morning Game Drive, Bush Walk, and Return to Mwanza

  • Wake up early to the sounds of nature surrounding your camp.
  • Enjoy a quick bush breakfast to start your day.

Morning Game Drive

  • Head out for an early morning game drive to catch predators as they return from hunting or begin their daily activity.

  • Witness dramatic predator-prey interactions and enjoy the peaceful morning landscapes.

Guided Bush Walk

  • Experience a guided bush walk accompanied by an armed ranger.

  • Learn about animal tracks, insects, birdlife, and plant species.

  • Enjoy photographic opportunities and gain a deeper understanding of the ecosystem on foot.

Lunch and Departure

  • Return to your campsite for a final bush lunch.

  • Pack up your belongings and prepare for the journey back to Mwanza.

Drive to Mwanza

  • Depart Maswa Game Reserve with opportunities to observe more landscapes and local life along the way.

  • Arrive in Mwanza in the evening.

  • Your guide will drop you off at your hotel or preferred location.

Accommodation: None
Meal Plan: Breakfast and lunch

Maswa Game Reserve, open plains and riverine forests, Mwanza

Where this trip takes you

Maswa Game Reserve, open plains and riverine forests, Mwanza

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing

  • Professional safari guide

  • Professional chef

  • All camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables, cooking gear)

  • All meals during the safari as per itinerary

  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

  • Park entrance fees for Maswa Game Reserve and vehicle entry fee

  • Camping fees

  • Guided bush walk and ranger fee

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights

  • Visa fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal items (toiletries, medications)

  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (beyond bottled water)

  • Tips for the guide and chef

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • All safari items

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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