3-Day Fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere Safari
trip overview
A short fly-in safari to the wild south of Tanzania.
This 3-day fly-in safari takes you from the beaches of Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park, one of Africa's largest protected areas, in just a short flight. You'll enjoy game drives and a boat safari on the Rufiji River, then fly back to Zanzibar, making it an easy add-on to a beach holiday.
Trip Highlights
day-by-day itinerary
Where you go each day, what you'll see, and where you sleep each night.
You'll stay both nights at a safari camp in Nyerere National Park. Flight and game drive times are approximate and depend on the flight schedule and conditions.
Fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, you'll be transferred from your hotel to Zanzibar's airport for a short flight to Nyerere National Park, one of Africa's largest protected areas. On arrival at the airstrip, your guide will meet you for the transfer to your camp.
After lunch, you'll head out on your first game drive, with a chance to see elephants, giraffes, lions and many other animals, before returning to camp for dinner and your first night in the bush.
Game Drive and Boat Safari in Nyerere
You'll start with an early morning game drive, when the animals are most active, with a chance to see lions, elephants, buffalo and the park's African wild dogs.
After lunch at camp, you'll spend the afternoon on a boat safari on the Rufiji River, drifting past hippos, crocodiles and birdlife, with elephants often coming down to drink along the banks. You'll return to camp for dinner.
Morning Game Drive and Fly Back to Zanzibar
After an early breakfast, you'll enjoy a final morning game drive in Nyerere National Park, with one last chance to spot the animals you've been hoping to see.
You'll then be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar, marking the end of your fly-in safari.
what's included
Exactly what's covered — and what isn't.
- Return flights between Zanzibar and Nyerere National Park
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 2 nights' accommodation at a safari camp in Nyerere
- Meals as listed in the day-by-day itinerary
- Game drives and a Rufiji River boat safari
- Nyerere National Park fees
- Drinking water during game drives
- Airstrip and airport transfers
- Flights to and from Zanzibar from your home country
- Travel & medical insurance
- Tanzania visa fees
- Tips for your guide and camp staff
- Drinks not listed above and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed above
- Hotel nights before or after the safari
Important to know before booking
- Flights between Zanzibar and Nyerere are on light aircraft, with a baggage limit that is usually around 15 kg in a soft bag. We'll confirm the exact limit when you book.
- Flight times depend on the airline's schedule, so game drives on Days 1 and 3 may be shorter or longer depending on your flights.
- Additional hotel accommodation before and after the safari can be arranged for an extra cost — ask us when booking.
- Wildlife sightings depend on the season and conditions, and cannot be guaranteed.
- Days are hot, but early morning game drives are cool, so a light jacket is useful.
- A Tanzania e-Visa is required for most nationalities — apply at immigration.go.tz at least 3 weeks before travel.
- A yellow fever certificate may be required depending on your transit country. Speak to your doctor or travel clinic about malaria prevention before you travel.
what to bring
Your packing list for the safari.
Days are hot, with cooler early mornings on game drives, so light layers are the key. Here's what to pack for the 3 days.
- Light, neutral-coloured shirts and trousers
- Light jacket or fleece for early morning game drives
- Light rain jacket
- Comfortable clothes for the camp
- Swimwear for the camp, if it has a pool
- Wide-brimmed hat or cap
- UV sunglasses
- Comfortable closed walking shoes
- Sandals for the camp
- Light socks
- Binoculars
- Camera with a zoom lens and spare memory cards
- Power bank and universal adapter
- Small daypack for game drives
- Soft bag, as required for light aircraft
- Sunscreen and SPF lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Personal first aid kit and any prescription medication
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Toiletries
- Passport and Tanzania e-Visa
- Travel insurance details
- Yellow fever certificate, if required
- Small US dollar notes for tips
- Printed or saved copies of your documents
- Light jacket for cooler evenings
- Long sleeves and trousers for the evenings, to keep insects off
- Earplugs for light sleepers
- A book or journal for downtime
- Zip-lock bags to keep dust off electronics
Packing tips
- Pack in a soft bag, as space and weight on the light aircraft are limited. We'll confirm the baggage limit when you book.
- Dress in layers: early mornings are cool and the days warm up, so being able to add and remove layers matters more than any one item.
- Stick to neutral colours such as khaki, green and beige, which are better for game drives than bright colours.
pricing
What you'll pay — no hidden extras.
| Option | Price per person | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3-day Fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere Safari 2 nights at a safari camp, meals as listed, park fees and return flights included | $X,XXX | Per person |
Payment & extras
A deposit confirms your booking, with the balance due before departure. Full terms are on our booking policy page.
Additional hotel accommodation before or after the safari can be arranged for an extra cost.
Ready for a fly-in safari?
Reach out and we'll confirm availability for your dates and send you a full quote.
frequently asked questions
Questions we get asked most often.
You'll fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere on a short flight, which is included in your price, and be met by your guide at the airstrip. You'll fly back to Zanzibar on Day 3.
Yes — this is a popular add-on before or after a Zanzibar beach holiday. Let us know your dates and we can arrange the flights and transfers to fit.
On Day 2 you'll spend part of the afternoon on a boat on the Rufiji River, where you can get close to hippos, crocodiles and birdlife, and often see elephants coming down to drink.
The flights use light aircraft, so luggage is limited, usually to around 15 kg in a soft bag. We'll confirm the exact limit when you book.
Most nationalities need a Tanzania e-Visa, available at immigration.go.tz. A yellow fever certificate may also be required depending on your transit country — check with your doctor or travel clinic before departure.
We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you confirm your booking. Full cancellation and payment terms are on our booking policy page.
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