Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Saadani National Park Safari with Bush, Beach and Boat

3 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tanzania's only coastal wildlife park, where the bush meets the ocean
  • 02 Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, and rare sable antelope
  • 03 Witness over 300 species of birds across mangroves, open plains, and coastal woodlands
  • 04 Experience a Wami River boat safari past hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds
  • 05 Engage with local Swahili culture through village visits and cultural encounters

Experience a 3-day coastal safari in Saadani National Park, Tanzania's only wildlife park bordering the ocean. Journey through scenic coastal villages and lush landscapes, enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives, and spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and over 300 bird species. Glide along the Wami River on a boat safari past hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds, relax at eco-lodges or luxury tented camps, and immerse yourself in local Swahili culture.

Experience a 3-day coastal safari in Saadani National Park, Tanzania's only wildlife park bordering the ocean.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Saadani National Park
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Scenic Drive to Saadani and Sunset Safari

  • Begin your journey with a warm welcome from your expert guide in Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar.
  • Embark on a picturesque 3-4 hour drive through charming coastal villages and lush landscapes en route to Saadani National Park, Tanzania's only wildlife park that borders the sea.

  • Arrive at your eco-lodge or luxury tented camp, nestled within the wilderness.

  • Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch overlooking the bush.

  • In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive. Observe giraffes grazing near the beach and elephants roaming against a backdrop of ocean waves.

  • Witness the sun dip into the horizon while enjoying golden views and wildlife sightings.

  • Return to your lodge for a chef-prepared dinner under the stars, accompanied by the natural sounds of the wild.

2
Day 02

Bush, Beach and Wami River Safari

  • Rise early for a sunrise game drive during the golden hour, when predators such as lions, hyenas, and leopards are most active.
  • Keep an eye out for rare sable antelope and over 300 species of birds.

  • Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and relax by the coastline or in your room with panoramic park views.

In the afternoon, choose between:

  • Another game drive deep into the wilderness, or

  • A Wami River boat safari, gliding past hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds in their natural habitat.

  • Conclude the day with a beachfront sundowner and enjoy a delicious dinner, immersed in the sounds of nature.

3
Day 03

Final Sunrise Game Drive and Departure

  • Enjoy a final early morning game drive, your last opportunity to spot any wildlife you may have missed.
  • Traverse mangrove forests, open plains, and coastal woodlands as the park awakens to a new day.

  • Return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out.

  • If time permits, visit a local Swahili coastal village for a cultural encounter.

  • Depart for Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar, concluding your 3-day journey where the ocean meets the wilderness.

Saadani National Park, Wami River boat safari, mangrove forests, coastline

Where this trip takes you

Saadani National Park, Wami River boat safari, mangrove forests, coastline

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Zanzibar 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • Concession/camping fees
  • Daily game drives during the safari
  • A professional driver/guide
  • 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Drinking water while on safari (2 liters per person per day)

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Airport transfers (unless mentioned otherwise)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (unless mentioned otherwise)
  • Tips
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • Bring a jacket for early morning game drives in open 4x4 vehicles.
  • Bring a power bank or torch, as electricity at lodges may be limited at night.

Know before you go

  • Always follow your guide's instructions; wildlife is wild.
  • Game drives are generally conducted in open 4x4 vehicles. Bring a jacket for early mornings.

  • Some areas of the park are remote; prepare for a true wilderness experience.

  • Electricity at lodges may be limited at night; bring a power bank or torch.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Zanzibar.

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