Summary:
Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Day 2: Mikumi National Park
Day 3: Mikumi National Park
Day 4: Udzungwa Mountains National Park + Hike to the Sanje waterfalls
Day 5: Ruaha National Park
Day 6: Ruaha National Park
Day 7-8: Return to Dar es Salaam
In detail:
Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Welcome to Tanzania! We will pick you from the airport and transfer you to your accommodation. Sit back and relax while we take care of everything, ensuring a smooth start to your unforgettable Tanzania experience. You will receive your safari briefing and have an early dinner in preparation for the early start the next day.
Day 2 and 3: Mikumi National Park
Early morning drive to Mikumi National Park, about six hours from Dar es Salaam. Known as a “mini Serengeti,”, it boasts lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and hippos. Its open plains and scenic backdrop make it ideal for safaris.
Day 4: Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a small, mountainous park famous for its unique endemic species. In its tropical rainforest, you’ll find bush elephants, monkeys, small mammals, and over 400 bird species. Notable endemics include the red Iringa Colobus, Sanje Crested Mangabey, and the grey-faced sengi (elephant shrew), along with several remarkable bird species found nowhere else. The stunning Sanje Waterfalls, cascading 170 meters in three tiers, are a highlight. Enjoy guided hikes, refreshing swims in natural pools, and the chance to experience the rich biodiversity of this untouched wilderness.
Day 5 and 6: Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park is Tanzania’s third-largest park. It stretches along the Great Ruaha River and is famous for its large elephant herds. Expect vast landscapes, populations of lions, and wild dogs, and exceptional birdlife – over 570 species! With its remote location and fewer tourists, Ruaha offers an intimate safari experience, perfect for exploring untouched wilderness and witnessing Africa’s raw beauty.
Day 7: At leisure.
Enjoy your last moments in Tanzania.
Day 8: Return to Dar es Salaam
After breakfast or depending on your flight schedule, you can enjoy some extra time at the lodge before our driver transfers you to Julius Nyerere Airport for your flight home or onwards to Zanzibar/Arusha.
