Experience two of Tanzania’s most iconic parks in one unforgettable journey. Begin in Mikumi National Park, known for its open plains and easy wildlife viewing—perfect for spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Then venture into the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous), Africa’s largest protected reserve, where boat safaris, walking tours, and game drives reveal hippos, crocodiles, and rare birdlife.
This 4-day adventure blends classic savannah safaris with riverine landscapes and cultural encounters, offering a rich and immersive escape into Tanzania’s wild heart.
You will be picked up from the airport, hotel, or ferry and driven to Mikumi National Park, which is approximately a 6-hour drive. You'll stop in Morogoro for lunch and proceed to Mikumi National Park. On arrival in the park, you will immediately start an afternoon-to-evening game drive. You will return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay at Mikumi Bandas.
Activities: Transfer and evening game drive.
Camp Bastian Mikumi - Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP
You'll have an early morning game drive in Mikumi. You will then have breakfast and drive to Selous (Nyerere National Park). On arrival, you will enjoy lunch and then start with an evening boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River. You will discover the Rufiji River by boat and encounter hippos and crocodiles in good numbers. Some 350 species of birds have been recorded in Selous. These are typical of the Miombo woodlands, and the birdlife supported by the Rufiji swamp lands is particularly interesting. You will have dinner and an overnight stay at Mloka Safari Lodge.
Activities: Transfer from Mikumi to Selous and a boating safari.
Mloka Safari Lodge—Budget lodge located less than a 1-hr drive from Nyerere NP
After breakfast, you'll go for a full-day game drive with packed lunch boxes in Selous. You will enjoy a picnic lunch at the site the guide will select. After your picnic lunch and some relaxation, you'll continue the game drive until the evening. Your dinner and your overnight stay are at Mloka Safari Lodge.
Mloka Safari Lodge—Budget lodge located less than a 1-hr drive from Nyerere NP
You'll start the day with a morning walking safari, which takes around two and a half hours. You'll return to your camp and have breakfast. You will then relax a bit and enjoy the environment of the lodge. After that, you'll drive back to Dar es Salaam.
On arrival in Dar es Salaam, you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight back home, the hotel, or the ferry to Zanzibar or Mafia Island.
No accommodation (End of tour)
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost, and You'll be dropped off at the airport or at your hotel in Dar es salaam,
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- Private transport throughout the safari (SGR train, road transfers, and game drive vehicle)
- Park entry fees for Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks
- Game drives in both parks with a professional English-speaking guide
- Boat safari in Nyerere National Park (subject to water levels)
- Walking safari in Nyerere (optional, guided by park rangers)
- Accommodation for 3 nights in safari lodges or tented camps
- All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Bottled drinking water during game drives and transfers
- Maasai village visit or cultural interaction (if included in itinerary)
- Government taxes and service charges
Excluded
- International or domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, laundry, tips)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks are not included in meals.
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Mikumi offers classic savannah game drives with easy wildlife viewing, while Nyerere (formerly Selous) is more remote and wild, perfect for boat safaris, walking tours, and spotting hippos, crocodiles, and rare birds.
You’ll travel by private vehicle, with scenic drives connecting Mikumi and Nyerere. All transfers are included and handled by experienced drivers.
Boat safaris depend on water levels, but are usually available. Walking safaris are optional and guided by certified park rangers for safety.
Yes! The itinerary is flexible and can be adapted for families, couples, or older guests. Lodges offer comfort, and activities are paced to suit all ages.
You’ll stay in safari lodges or tented camps in both parks, with full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and stunning views of nature.
