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4 Day Nyerere & Mikumi Safari - Discover the Wild Heart of Southern Tanzania

Explore two of Tanzania’s most iconic and untouched parks — Nyerere National Park  (formerly Selous Game Reserve), the largest protected wildlife area in Africa, and Mikumi National Park, known for its accessible game viewing and open savannahs.

Nyerere National Park, named in honor of Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere, covers over 30,000 sq. km and is home to an abundance of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, and the elusive African wild dogs. The mighty Rufiji River, flowing into the Indian Ocean, offers and nforgettable boat safari experience teeming with hippos and crocodiles.

This safari combines thrilling boat and game drives, scenic drives through rural Tanzania, and wildlife encounters in two national parks — all while staying in comfortable mid-range  lodges.

Safari Highlights

  • Boat safari along the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park
  • Full-day game drives in Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks
  • Excellent chances to spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, lions, hippos, and wild dogs
  • Travel through Kisaki, Morogoro, and other scenic countryside routes
  • Stay at well-selected lodges with full-board meals
Day 1: Dar es Salaam → Nyerere National Park (Selous) + Boat Safari
  • Pickup at 05:30 AM from your hotel or airport in Dar es Salaam
  • Drive to Nyerere National Park (approx. 5–6 hours)
  • Check-in at lodge and enjoy lunch
  • At 15:00, depart for a boat safari on the Rufiji River — a thrilling experience offering views of hippos, crocodiles, birds, and the scenic landscape
  • Dinner and overnight stay at lodge inside or near the park

Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere + Transfer to Mikumi
  • Early morning departure with packed breakfast and lunch
  • Full-day game drive exploring diverse ecosystems in Nyerere National Park
  • Spot wildlife such as elephants, lions, zebras, kudu, and possibly wild dogs
  • Afternoon transfer to Mikumi town via Kisaki village and Morogoro
  • Evening check-in at Camp Bastian Mikumi or similar

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park
  • After breakfast, depart with picnic lunch for a full-day safari in Mikumi
  • Expect to see zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, hippos, and more
  • Keep your eyes open for predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas
  • Enjoy the park’s vantage observation towers for panoramic views
  • Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at Camp Bastian

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Mikumi → Dar es Salaam
  • Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge
  • Begin the return drive to Dar es Salaam
  • Drop-off at your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal

Meal Plan: Breakfast only

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