5 Days safari in Selous and Mikumi Safari is probably the only classic Safari to Southern Circuit of Tanzania and we offer you the best of it. Starting and ending at Dar es Salaam this safari takes you to the Greater Selous Ecosystem and gives you the rare chance to experience real African Wilderness in the few untouched areas of Tanzania. Unlike the packed Tourist Areas of the North during the peak safari seasons, This safari gives you the opportunity to be in the secluded middle of an African wilderness with the whole Savannah almost for your own. This is the best place to be if you want that ‘away from the crowds’ safari.
This our 5 day safari in Selous Game Reserve & Mikumi National Park as it is, is a nice mid range lodging safari but we can offer the same package using other upgraded accommodations if you wish or even cheaper places where possible. Ask for free Customization!
Selous and Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar
The same safari can start and end at Zanzibar as we can also arrange a fly in safari straight into Selous Game Reserve. If you are flying from Zanzibar to the Selous Game Reserve you have two options to choose from. You can either choose to fly from Zanzibar to Selous Game Reserve where you will meet up with our safari guide or you can fly early in the morning to Dar es Salaam to start the safari by road together with our safari guide. The cost for these options differ.
If you are short of time and would like to explore northern Tanzania then our 4 days Safari in Tanzania is the best option for you.
We normally help in arranging flights for those who would like to fly to Selous or to Dar es Salaam to start this 5 Days Selous and Mikumi Safari . Let us know if you would like us to help in arranging your flight to Selous from Zanzibar Island.
Additional information
| Dates | Year-round |
|---|---|
| Age | All Ages |
| Destination | South Tanzania |
| Location | Mikumi National Park, Selous Game Reserve |
Dar es Salaam - Road transfer to Nyerere National Park
Your 5 Day Safari in Southern Tanzania begins with a comfortable 4-hour drive from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) via the new, smooth Kisarawe road.
You’ll arrive in time for a hot lunch at camp and a short rest.
In the late afternoon, head straight to the jetty for an unforgettable sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River. Drift past wallowing hippos, basking crocodiles, drinking elephants and countless birds as the sky turns gold – one of Africa’s most spectacular experiences.
Return to camp as the stars come out for dinner and your first night in the wilderness.
Overnight at Nyerere Tented Camp Lunch & dinner included.
Explore the vast Nyerere National Park
Spend two full days immersed in Nyerere National Park – Africa’s largest national park and one of the continent’s last true wilderness frontiers.
Your private 4×4 game drives take you across vast open plains, miombo woodlands and along the Rufiji River in search of huge elephant herds, buffalo, giraffes, impalas, hartebeests, elands, lions, leopards and – with luck – packs of the ultra-rare African wild dogs, one of the park’s signature sightings.
Because Nyerere sees far fewer visitors than the Northern Circuit, the wildlife is beautifully shy and the experience feels genuinely wild and unspoiled. Bird lovers will be thrilled too – over 350 species have been recorded, from fish eagles to giant kingfishers.
On one of these days you’ll swap the vehicle for a guided walking safari with an armed ranger. Feel the thrill of tracking animals on foot, learning to read spoor and getting closer to nature than you ever thought possible.
Return to camp each evening as the sun sets over the river.
Overnight at Nyerere Tented Camp. All meals included.
Nyerere - Transfer to Mikumi National Park
Arrive at Mikumi in time for an afternoon game drive across its open plains – often called the “Little Serengeti”. Look for healthy lion prides, large herds of elephants, giraffes, zebras, and the park’s famous yellow baboons. With far less infrastructure than the Northern Circuit, Mikumi retains a beautifully raw and untouched feel.
Optional: add a guided walking safari with an armed ranger for an intimate, on-foot experience (subject to availability).
Return to camp as the sun sets for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Camp Bastian, or similar. All meals included.
Mikumi National Park - Dar es Salaam / or fly to Zanzibar
Alternatively, opt for a guided walking safari with an armed ranger if you’d like one last intimate bush experience.
Around noon, check out and drive back to Dar es Salaam (approx. 5–6 hours). Or, if you prefer, we can arrange a quick afternoon flight from Mikumi airstrip to Zanzibar.
Breakfast and lunch included. End of your 5-day Nyerere & Mikumi safari from Dar es Salaam.
If you are planning on visiting Zanzibar for beach vacation and wish to try a wildlife safari experience starting from Zanzibar please do not hesitate to contact us any time.
A Group of 2 Persons – USD 1390 per person sharing (Double room or Twin room)
A Group of 4 Persons – USD 1075 per person sharing (2 Double rooms or Twin rooms)
A Group of 6 Persons – USD 995 per person sharing (3 Double rooms or Twin rooms)
Single Traveler – Ask for price
Group of more than 6 Travelers – Ask for price
Children Prices depend on Age of the child and room configuration.
We can customize the program according to your interests and budget.
The Price includes
off”]05 days private safari for 02 – 06 persons
Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch
Services of a professional English speaking safari guide
All wildlife reserve entry fees
All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
03 x 0,5 l mineral water per person / day during game drives
04 x FB at safari lodges or tented camps as per itinerary
Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority
The Price does not include
International Flights
Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
All items of a personal nature
Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip separately)
Travel insurance if needed
Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
Drinks and beverages in lodges
Airport pick up and transfers in private car
Accommodation at Dar es Salaam on arrival if needed
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