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5-Day Nyerere National Park Family Safari & Night Game Drive
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5-Day Nyerere National Park Family Safari & Night Game Drive

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Trip Overview

The 5-Day Nyerere National Park Family Safari & Night Game Drive starts and finishes in Dar es Salaam. Its route includes Nyerere National Park, following the destination order and transfers set out in the day-by-day itinerary.

The journey is shaped around a boat safari, a night game drive, and a walking safari, paced for families travelling together.

Southern Tanzania rewards travellers who appreciate varied habitats and a less hurried approach to wildlife. The daily programme explains where you travel, the activities planned and the stays along the way; our safari experts can help adapt transport, camp choices and time in each park to your priorities.

Where every day follows the rhythm of the journey
Wildlife viewed on safari in Nyerere National ParkNyerere National Park
Safari boat on the Rufiji River in Nyerere National ParkRufiji River
Elephants beside water at sunset in Nyerere National ParkNyerere Wetlands
Elephant herd in southern Tanzania wildernessSouthern Wildlife
Moments along the route
Safari Highlights

Your Journey Highlights

  • Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park – Boat SafariExperience Nyerere’s riverine and savannah habitats through the guided activities named in this itinerary.
  • Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National ParkExperience Nyerere’s riverine and savannah habitats through the guided activities named in this itinerary.
  • Half Day Guided game drive + Night game driveExperience this stage with the route, guiding and daily pace described in the detailed itinerary below.
  • Full day Guided Game drive in NyerereExperience Nyerere’s riverine and savannah habitats through the guided activities named in this itinerary.
  • Morning Walking Safari – Return to Dar es SalaamExplore on foot with an appropriate guide, allowing time to notice the landscape, tracks and smaller details along the route.

Your Itinerary

Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park – Boat Safari

  • Activity: Boat Safari
  • Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner

Your adventure kicks off with a scenic drive from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park, taking about 4–5 hours. This peaceful ride offers excellent chances to spot crocodiles, hippos, water birds, and elephants coming down to drink as the sun sets—perfect for setting the tone for the days ahead.

Accommodation

Selous Safari Lodge

Selous Safari Lodge is a fixed lodge base used for visits to the Nyerere and former Selous safari area. Its rooms and meal service provide a straightforward place to rest between road transfers, boat excursions and wildlife drives. The surrounding southern landscape is shaped by river channels, woodland and lakes rather than the open Serengeti plains. This property is most relevant to itineraries entering Nyerere from Dar es Salaam or continuing onward through the southern circuit.

LocationNyerereStay styleSafari lodge
Day 02

Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

  • Activity: Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, you’ll set out on a full-day game drive through the vast and varied landscapes of Nyerere. With your knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore remote areas of the park, tracking elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, and more. The park’s open plains, woodlands, and riverbanks make it a prime spot for spotting predators and birdlife alike. Lunch will be served picnic-style in the bush before continuing with the afternoon drive.

Accommodation

Selous Safari Lodge

Selous Safari Lodge is a fixed lodge base used for visits to the Nyerere and former Selous safari area. Its rooms and meal service provide a straightforward place to rest between road transfers, boat excursions and wildlife drives. The surrounding southern landscape is shaped by river channels, woodland and lakes rather than the open Serengeti plains. This property is most relevant to itineraries entering Nyerere from Dar es Salaam or continuing onward through the southern circuit.

LocationNyerereStay styleSafari lodge
Day 03

Half Day Guided game drive + Night game drive

  • Activity: Game Drive & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Another exciting day awaits as you continue your exploration of Nyerere’s rich ecosystem. This second full-day game drive allows you to visit different areas of the park and increases your chances of witnessing rare species such as African wild dogs. Whether you’re into big cats, birdwatching, or simply soaking in the raw beauty of nature, the day promises plenty of highlights and surprises.

Accommodation

Selous Safari Lodge

Selous Safari Lodge is a fixed lodge base used for visits to the Nyerere and former Selous safari area. Its rooms and meal service provide a straightforward place to rest between road transfers, boat excursions and wildlife drives. The surrounding southern landscape is shaped by river channels, woodland and lakes rather than the open Serengeti plains. This property is most relevant to itineraries entering Nyerere from Dar es Salaam or continuing onward through the southern circuit.

LocationNyerereStay styleSafari lodge
Day 04

Full day Guided Game drive in Nyerere

  • Activity: Game Drive & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

On this third full day of wildlife viewing, you’ll cover more ground with extended game drives in lesser-explored corners of the park. It’s a great opportunity for more photography, bird spotting, or searching for any species you may have missed earlier. Your guide will shape the route around current wildlife activity, road conditions and the best available viewing areas. Stops are unhurried, allowing time to observe animal behaviour, photograph the landscape and understand how the park’s habitats connect. Rather than chasing a checklist, the day follows the rhythms of the ecosystem and the guide’s local knowledge. Breaks are arranged at suitable points while keeping the experience comfortable, focused and respectful of the wildlife.

Accommodation

Selous Safari Lodge

Selous Safari Lodge is a fixed lodge base used for visits to the Nyerere and former Selous safari area. Its rooms and meal service provide a straightforward place to rest between road transfers, boat excursions and wildlife drives. The surrounding southern landscape is shaped by river channels, woodland and lakes rather than the open Serengeti plains. This property is most relevant to itineraries entering Nyerere from Dar es Salaam or continuing onward through the southern circuit.

LocationNyerereStay styleSafari lodge
Day 05

Morning Walking Safari – Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Activity: Walking Safari & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Your last day begins with something special—a guided walking safari at sunrise. Accompanied by an armed ranger, this up-close bush experience offers insight into the smaller creatures, animal tracks, and plant life that are often overlooked. The experience is led at a comfortable pace, with time to listen, ask questions and understand the setting beyond a quick visit. Your guide will explain the day’s route, local customs and any practical considerations before the activity begins. Stops are chosen to add context without intruding on community life or the surrounding environment. The emphasis is on respectful engagement, accurate interpretation and a meaningful sense of place.

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Your Safari Package

Included & Excluded

Included

Included in the published itinerary

  • All national park and conservation area entry fees
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • All scheduled game drives and crater descent
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in specified camps/lodges
  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Bottled drinking water and soft drinks during game drives
  • Transfers to/from (or airport if arranged)
Not included

Additional costs

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs)
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5 days / 4 nights. The day-by-day itinerary shows where each overnight falls. Check arrival and departure flight times before arranging onward travel, and ask us if you would prefer a slower pace or an extra night.

From $1,660 per person. Ask for a quote for your dates and group size. The final quote depends on travel dates, group size, room choice and any flights or extras. Request a written breakdown of park fees, accommodation, meals, transfers and exclusions before you book.

Dar es Salaam, Nyerere National park (Selous GR). Use the day-by-day route above to see the order of visits. Ask for estimated road or flight times between stops for your chosen dates; that is often more useful than counting destinations alone.

Selous Safari Lodge. Exact properties and room types depend on availability. Ask us to confirm each stay, its location, meal plan and any proposed alternative in writing before paying a deposit.