This 6-day Nyerere and Mikumi Safari Tour invites you to experience the highlights of Tanzania’s southern safari circuit. Begin your journey in Nyerere National Park, renowned as Africa’s largest national park, covering over 30,000 square kilometers—more than twice the size of the Serengeti. Originally part of the legendary Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere is traversed by the mighty Rufiji River and hosts diverse wildlife, including large populations of hippos, giraffes, elephants, buffalos, lions, and one of the last strongholds for the African wild dog.
The adventure continues in Mikumi National Park, offering you a unique glimpse into the unspoiled beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness. Here, you’ll encounter a truly authentic African safari experience, surrounded by untouched landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Upon your arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport, our safari guide will meet you based on your flight schedule. You’ll be transferred to your hotel, which is about a one-hour drive away. Once you arrive at the lodge, take some time to relax and prepare for your upcoming 6-day Serengeti Big Cats Safari.
You’ll be picked up at the airport in the morning or from your hotel in Dar es Salaam for a scenic 5-hour drive to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on an afternoon boat safari along the majestic Rufiji River, where you can spot an array of wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species. In the evening, you’ll return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
You’ll enjoy walking safaris, private game drives, and boating safaris during your adventure. Nyerere National Park is now Africa’s largest national park, covering an impressive area of 30,000 square kilometers—twice the size of Serengeti National Park! This vast wilderness is home to a remarkable variety of large game animals, including elephants, buffalos, lions, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, leopards, waterbucks, zebras, wildebeests, and over 350 recorded bird species.
In the evening, you’ll return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, depart with a packed lunch for a full day of game drives in Mikumi National Park. During your safari, you’ll have the opportunity to observe a diverse array of bird species, along with large populations of giraffes, buffalos, and elephants. With a bit of luck, you might also spot lions, leopards, and African wild dogs. In the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
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