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7-Day Wildlife Safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa & Nyerere
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7-Day Wildlife Safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa & Nyerere

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Trip Overview

The 7-Day Wildlife Safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa & Nyerere starts and finishes in Dar es Salaam. Its route includes Mikumi National Park, Nyerere National Park, Serengeti, and Udzungwa Mountains, following the destination order and transfers set out in the day-by-day itinerary.

The journey is shaped around a walking safari, highlighting Tanzania’s southern parks and more remote landscapes.

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
African buffalo in Mikumi National ParkMikumi National Park
Sanje Waterfall in Udzungwa Mountains National ParkUdzungwa Mountains
Wildlife viewed on safari in Nyerere National ParkNyerere National Park
Zebra herd in Mikumi National ParkMikumi Wildlife
Moments along the route
Safari Highlights

Your Journey Highlights

  • Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Arrival and RelaxationExplore Mikumi’s open plains and woodland on a game drive that fits naturally into the southern-circuit route.
  • Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National ParkExplore Mikumi’s open plains and woodland on a game drive that fits naturally into the southern-circuit route.
  • Hiking Adventure to Sanje WaterfallExperience this stage with the route, guiding and daily pace described in the detailed itinerary below.
  • Transfer to Nyerere National ParkExperience 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.
  • Second Game Drive and Evening SafariExperience this stage with the route, guiding and daily pace described in the detailed itinerary below.

Your Itinerary

Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Arrival and Relaxation

  • Activity: Arrival & Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner

Set out from Dar es Salaam in the morning for Mikumi National Park, passing rural communities and views toward the Uluguru Mountains. Your guide will plan suitable breaks before arrival at Camp Bastian Mikumi. After check-in, continue with the scheduled introductory game drive, then return for a relaxed evening. This opening day establishes the pace of the southern route while leaving time to prepare for the park and Udzungwa experiences that follow.

Accommodation

Camp Bastian Mikumi

Camp Bastian Mikumi is a family-run lodge close to Mikumi National Park and the main A7 road through southern Tanzania. Its leafy grounds offer cottages and other guest accommodation around a relaxed base with a restaurant serving locally prepared food. A swimming pool and garden setting give travellers space to unwind after a road transfer or game drive. The location makes the camp useful for Mikumi visits and for longer itineraries continuing toward Udzungwa, Ruaha or Dar es Salaam.

LocationMikumiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

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

After an early breakfast, head into Mikumi National Park for a full-day game drive. Explore the famous Mkata floodplain, home to elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, buffaloes, and wildebeest. The landscape resembles a miniature Serengeti and offers excellent photographic opportunities. Stop for a picnic lunch in the park, then continue wildlife viewing into the afternoon.

Accommodation

Camp Bastian Mikumi

Camp Bastian Mikumi is a family-run lodge close to Mikumi National Park and the main A7 road through southern Tanzania. Its leafy grounds offer cottages and other guest accommodation around a relaxed base with a restaurant serving locally prepared food. A swimming pool and garden setting give travellers space to unwind after a road transfer or game drive. The location makes the camp useful for Mikumi visits and for longer itineraries continuing toward Udzungwa, Ruaha or Dar es Salaam.

LocationMikumiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 03

Hiking Adventure to Sanje Waterfall

  • Activity: Trekking & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, drive to Udzungwa Mountains National Park for a guided hike to Sanje Waterfall. Nicknamed the "Galápagos of Africa," Udzungwa is rich in endemic plant and animal species. Hike through tropical rainforest trails filled with butterflies, rare primates like the Iringa red colobus, and colorful birds. The highlight is reaching the majestic Sanje Waterfall, cascading 170 meters down the escarpment. Swim in the natural pools and enjoy a packed lunch before descending.

Accommodation

Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp

Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp, also known as Hondo Hondo, sits at the forested foothills of the Udzungwa Mountains. Tented accommodation and simple bandas are set in a green environment where primates and birdlife are part of the surrounding experience. The restaurant and bar provide a central base before and after guided hikes in the national park. Its location is particularly useful for itineraries combining Udzungwa trails and waterfalls with Mikumi or the wider southern circuit.

LocationUdzungwaStay styleTented safari camp
Day 04

Transfer to Nyerere National Park

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

After breakfast, depart Udzungwa and journey south toward Nyerere National Park, enjoying views of rural landscapes and wildlife along the way. Settle in and enjoy a relaxing evening as you prepare for the game drives ahead. 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

Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

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

Spend the entire day exploring Nyerere National Park, Africa’s largest wildlife reserve. Your guide will take you across vast savannahs, riverine forests, and the Rufiji River floodplains in search of lions, elephants, wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birds. Stop for a scenic picnic lunch before continuing your wildlife exploration.

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 06

Second Game Drive and Evening Safari

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

After breakfast, enjoy a second game drive through different areas of the park to spot species you may have missed earlier. In the late afternoon, embark on an evening game drive, perfect for catching nocturnal animals beginning their nightly routines. Watch the landscape change colors as the sun sets over the wilderness.

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 07

Walking Safari & Return to Dar es Salaam

  • End of Tour
  • Activity: Walking Safari & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Start your morning with a 2-hour walking safari, led by an experienced ranger. Learn about animal tracks, bird calls, and the smaller wonders of the bush. After breakfast, pack up and begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening depending on road conditions.

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Your Safari Package

Included & Excluded

Included

Included in the published itinerary

  • All national park and conservation fees
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • All scheduled game drives and guided hikes
  • 6 nights’ accommodation at specified camps/lodges
  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Bottled water and soft drinks during game drives
  • Transfers to/from Dar es Salaam
Not included

Additional costs

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs)
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7 days / 6 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 $1,585 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, Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Mountains National Park, Sanje Waterfall, Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve). 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.

Camp Bastian Mikumi, Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp, 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.