Some notable aspects of this safari are to:
– live in immersion in preserved eco-systems and rarely visited reserves with the freedom of an open 4×4 vehicle driven by an English-speaking specialised driver-guide and boat excursions on the beautiful rivers of Selous Game Reserve
– discover the major reserves of the south of the country and enjoy an experience of immersion far from traditional tourism
– maximise the time in stunning landscapes and with the animals when conditions are optimal for their observation and photography, and do not waste time in lengthy road transfers
– enjoy your accommodation in small yet comfortable camps located in heart of the reserves
– appreciate the possibility of adapting this itinerary to your wishes and ideal travel dates
An outstanding safari to discover Tanzania very close to nature!
Day 1: Departure for Tanzania and arrival in Dar es Salaam
Departure from Europe in the morning and arrival at Dar es Salaam – Julius Nyerere International Airport in the evening. Meet and greet and transfer to your hotel for the night.
Night at Blue Sapphire Hotel. Bed & Breakfast.
Day 2: From Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve
After your early breakfast, transfer to Dar es Salaam domestic airport for your 07:30 flight to Selous Game Reserve (flight time 1h 25’).
Meeting and greeting by your driver-guide at the airstrip drive to your camp. Game drive en route, installation in your tents, and lunch.
Afternoon of game drive in a 4×4 safari vehicle, or excursion on the lake (included, at your choice).
Night at Lake Manze Camp. Full board, game drives and boat drives included.
Day 3 and day 4: Selous Game Reserve
These two days are dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of Game Reserve. They allow you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa during game drives in a 4×4 vehicle, or from a boat (boat excursions included) or during walking safaris in the morning and the afternoon (as on option). Picnic lunches or lunches at the camp.
Nights at Lake Manze Camp. Full board, game drives and boat drives included.
Day 5: From Selous Game Reserve to Rhaha National Park
After your early breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your 07:45 flight to Ruaha National Park (flight time 1h 45’).
Meeting and greeting by your driver-guide at the airstrip drive to your camp. Game drive en route, installation in your tents, and lunch.
Afternoon of game drive in 4×4 vehicle.
Night at Mdonya Old River Camp. Full board, game drives and boat drives included.
Day 6 and day 7: Ruaha National Park
These two days are dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of Ruaha National Park. They allow you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa during game drives in your 4×4 vehicle in the morning and the afternoon.
Nights at Mdonya Old River Camp. Full board and game drives included.
Day 8: From Ruaha National Park to Katavi National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight at 07:00 to the National Park of Katavi where you will land around 8:50 (flight time 1h 50’).
Meet and greet and transfer to the camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive.
Night at Katavi Wildlife Camp. Full board and game drives included.
Day 9 and day 10: Katavi National Park
These two days are dedicated to discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of Katavi National Park. They allow you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa during game drives in your 4×4 vehicle in the morning and the afternoon.
Picnic lunches or lunches at the camp.
Nights at Katavi Wildlife Camp. Full board and game drives included.
Day 11: From Katavi National Park to Dar es Salaam and departure
After your breakfast, transfert to the small town of Mpanda for your regular flight, at 09:15, to Dar es Salaam where you will land at 11:50.
Welcome at Dar es Salaam airport and transfer to the Hotel Slipway where you have access to a dayroom till the evening.
Afternoon at leisure and transfer to Salaam – Julius Nyerere International Airport for your return flight or to your next destination.
Indicative price:
On the basis of 2 participants sharing one double tent/room:
. From January to March (low season): £ 6.990 per person.
. From July to October (high season): £ 8.090 per person.
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
The final budget will be communicated after establishing a personalised quotation that will depend on the exchange rates at the time.
– All activities mentioned in this itinerary and game drives in shared 4×4 vehicles driven by experienced English speaking driver-guides
– All airport transfers
– The scheduled flights Dar es Salaam -> Selous GR -> Ruaha NP -> Katavi NP -> Dar es Salaam with total lugage limited to 15 kg per passenger.
– 1 night in Dar es Salaam at the Blue Sapphire Hotel, in a double or twin superior room with en-suite bathroom and toilets. Room with breakfast.
– 3 nights in Selous Game Reserve at Lake Manze Camp, in a double or twin tent with en-suite bathroom and toilets. Full board, boat excursions included, walking safaris as options.
– 3 nights in Ruaha National Park at Mdonya Old River Camp, in a double or twin tent with en-suite bathroom and toilets. Full board.
– 3 nights in Katavi National Park at Katavi Wildlife Camp, in a double or twin tent with en-suite bathroom and toilets. Full board.
– 1 dayroom in Dar es Salaam at the Slipway Hotel, in a double or twin superior room with en-suite bathroom and toilets.
– All Park Fees and Conservation Fees (subject to possible changes)
– International flights to and departing from Dar es Salaam
– Travel or Insurances (cancellation, repatriation, luggage, other risks and any additional insurance)
– Visas
– Meals not mentioned or mentioned as “free” or “own account” in the itinerary, in particular the lunch and dinner of day 2
– Any extras of personal nature, tips, laundry and drinks not mentioned in the program, etc.
