Overview
Explore the untamed beauty of Southern Tanzania on this exceptional 11-day safari, designed for travelers seeking a more exclusive, off-the-beaten-path African experience. This journey takes you through some of the country’s most large and least crowded wildlife destinations, combining classic game drives, boat safaris, and guided hiking in pristine natural environments.
Your adventure begins in Dar es Salaam, before heading to the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park (formerly Part of Selous Game Reserve) one of Africa’s largest protected areas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you will enjoy a unique combination of game drives and boat safaris along the Rufiji River, offering close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a rich variety of birdlife. The park is also one of the best places in Africa to spot the endangered African wild dog. Continue your journey to Mikumi National Park, known for its open plains and excellent wildlife visibility, often compared to the Serengeti. Expect to see giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, and predators such as lions and leopards, along with over 400 bird species. From the savannah, transition into the lush tropical forests of Udzungwa Mountains National Park, part of the Eastern Arc Mountains and one of Africa’s most important biodiversity hotspots. Here, enjoy guided hiking safaris through dense rainforest trails leading to the spectacular Sanje Waterfalls, while discovering endemic primates and rare bird species found nowhere else in the world.
Your safari then continues to the remote and dramatic Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s second-largest national park, renowned for its rugged landscapes and high concentration of predators. The Great Ruaha River attracts large populations of wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and diverse antelope species such as kudu, sable, and roan.
This Southern Tanzania safari package offers a rare opportunity to experience Africa in its most authentic form-far from the crowds, rich in wildlife, and deeply connected to nature. Ideal for seasoned travelers, photographers, and adventure seekers, this itinerary combines wildlife safaris, river experiences, cultural encounters, and rainforest trekking into one unforgettable journey.