Deep Adventures in Southern Tanzania
13 Days Tanzania Safari

Deep Adventures in Southern Tanzania

Safari Overview

This is a great safari that takes you to visit all southern parks of Tanzania. The Selous River offers boating safaris and also waking in the area, while The remoteness of Ruaha gives you the perfect impression of a real safari in wild Africa and Mufindi offering a relaxation enjoyment in the cool climate and stunning scenery.


13 Days / 12 Nights

Tanzania
Safari in Tanzania


Walking Safari

DAY 1

PRE: Arrival in Tanzania

Upon arrival in Julius Nyerere Airport meet and greet with Kim’zebra Adventures & Safaris driver then transfer to Dar es Salaam for overnight on Half Board Basis

DAY 2

Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

Pick up from Hotel in Dar es Salaam and drive to Mikumi National Park. Early afternoon arrival at Mikumi National Park. After lunch and freshening up, set off for a glimpse of Mikumi with a late afternoon safari drive in Mikumi National Park. Overnight at lodge / tented camp in Mikumi on Full Board Basis

DAY 3

Full Day in Mikumi National Park

After breakfast drive with packed lunch to Udzungwa Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk in this park famous for rare plants and primates including two that are endemic-Iringa Red Colobus and the Sanje crested mangabey. Walk in the lush rain forest, relax by the waterfalls and enjoy spectacular views of the south west plateau. Late afternoon return to Mikumi and overnight at lodge/ tented camp in Mikumi on Full Board Basis.

DAY 4

Mikumi National Park – Ruaha National Park

After breakfast leave with a packed lunch for Ruaha National Park. The drive to Ruaha is a long stretch, about 7 hours, but is truly fascinating and gives you a real feel of the African country side. Overnight at lodge/tented camp in Ruaha on Full Board Basis.

DAY 5

Full Day in Ruaha National Park

The next two days are spent game driving in Ruaha National park, one of Tanzania’s best kept secrets. Enjoy two full day safari drives within Ruaha National Park with packed lunches. The remoteness of Ruaha gives you the perfect impression of a real safari in wild Africa. Return to lodge/tented camps in the evenings and overnight in Ruaha on Full Board Basis.

DAY 6

Full Day in Ruaha National Park

Last full day are spent game driving in Ruaha National park, one of Tanzania’s best kept secrets. Enjoy two full day safari drives within Ruaha National Park with packed lunches. The remoteness of Ruaha gives you the perfect impression of a real safari in wild Africa. Return to lodge/tented camps in the evenings and overnight in Ruaha on Full Board Basis.

DAY 7

Ruaha National Park – Mufindi Highlands

After breakfast drive to Mufindi Highlands in time for lunch. Mufindi highlands offers you the opportunity to experience a different part of Tanzania. This area is surrounded by tea estates, dark thick montane forest, rugged bushland interlaced with lakes, rivers and streams. there are a number of activities to choose from including walks, fishing, golf, mountain biking and horseback R. Overnight at lodge in Mufindi Highlands on Full Board Basis.

DAY 8

Full Day in Mufindi Highlands

It is an ideal place to relax after the rigors of your safari. Choice of activities at the lodge or relax enjoying the cool climate and stunning scenery. Overnight at lodge in Mufindi Highlands on Full Board Basis.

DAY 9

Mufindi Highlands – Morogoro

After breakfast drive back towards Dar es salaam to the town of Morogoro with a packed lunch. Enjoy the town life and overnight at lodge in Morogoro on Full Board Basis.

DAY 10

Morogoro – Selous/Nyerere National Park

After breakfast drive to the Selous with packed lunch. The journey will take you approximately 7 hrs through the most amazing and truly wild and untouched areas of Tanzania. Arrive at Selous Game Reserve and overnight at lodge/tented camp on Full Board Basis.

DAY 11

Full Day in Selous/Nyerere National Park

After breakfast, depart for a full day of safari drives within this vast reserve. In the afternoon, experience a boat safari on the mighty Rufiji River. You will glide through groups of hippos, crocodiles, villages and see amazing bird life along the way. Return to lodge and overnight at lodge/tented camp on Full Board Basis.

DAY 12

Full Day in Selous/Nyerere National Park

Wake up for a very early breakfast and indulge yourself into a very adventurous activity – walking safari! You will join a professional guide and an armed ranger for a walking safari into the wilderness and experience the wilderness on foot. This is a very enlightening trip where you will learn a lot about the flora and fauna of the reserve and its inhabitants. Return to lodge for lunch and relaxation. Overnight at lodge/tented camp on Full Board

DAY 13

POST: Selous – Dar es Salaam

After breakfast drive back to Dar es salaam with packed lunch. Early afternoon arrival in Dar es salaam and drop off at hotel or Airport for onward journey.

The Tour Price Includes

  • Airport transfers (Pick-up and drop-off)
  • Bottled mineral water in the vehicle while on safari.
  • Accommodation and meals per the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner).
  • Lunch and dinner on day 1, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day 2-12 and breakfast and lunch on day 13 of your trip.
  • In case of a camping safari: camping gear like tents, camping mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows, camping chairs, etc.
  • Game drives, Concession fees, Accommodation, All park entry fees, Government tax 18% VAT on tour fees and Service which cost nearly 100% of the total cost. 
  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle from your hotel in Arusha to the parks and back (other pick-up points possible, please contact us for the right price)
  • Ground transportation in a 8 setter or 6 setter 4x4 Safari vehicle with English Speaking Driver guide: -
  • 8 setter Safari vehicle has 6 windows seats (in the passenger cabin) and 1 window seat next to the driver (in front)
  • 6 setter Safari vehicle has 4 windows seats (in the passenger cabin) and 1 window seat next to the driver (in front)
  • Accommodation of your choice: from budget camping to staying in luxurious lodges, we can arrange it for you(the prices mentioned above are for overnight stays in Mid-range to High level ends hotels/lodge/tented Camps according to the program, other prices are applicable for the other accommodation options).

The Tour Price Excludes

  • Meals not listed above. eg Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last
  • Tanzania Visa cost which is 50% except for Canadian and USA passport holders which is US$100.
  • International and Domestic Flights and departure taxes (Quoted separately where applicable)
  • Optional activities and excursions (short safari/tour after your Safari can be arranged upon request at an extra cost).
  • Accommodation in Dar Es Salaam. If you wish, we can however assist you in finding a place that corresponds to your needs and budget.
  • Flights or other transport to Arusha. We can however arrange airport pickup for you. Let us know your itinerary and we’ll make it happen!
  • Tips for the crew. We recommend a tip of 25 USD per day for your guide, and 15 USD per day for your cook, to be divided between each member of your group.
  • Game drives, Concession fees, Accommodation, All park entry fees, Government tax 18% VAT on tour fees and Service which cost nearly 100% of the total cost. 
  • Inoculations and personal insurance (e.g. Tanzania Visa, Travel, Medical and Baggage insurance, A doctor for the group, Laundry, Souvenirs, Telephone, Beverages (available to purchase) and all other services that are not mentioned as included.
  • Holiday Surcharge : A supplement of US $ 40.00 per person per day will apply to all bookings on the 24th, 25th, 26th and 31 December and 1st January
  • A supplement of US $ 35.00 per person will apply to all bookings between Friday 3rd and Monday 6th April (for all 4 days) as Easter holiday surcharge.
from US$ 8,361 p/p
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