Embark on our top best 5-day private mid-range safari from Dar es Salaam in Southern Tanzania to Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks. Experience Tanzania’s incredible wildlife through game drives, a scenic sunrise and sunset boat safari along the Rufiji River, and guided bush walks in the heart of the wilderness.
5 Days Mikumi and Nyerere Private Mid-Range Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 5 Days Mikumi and Nyerere Private Mid-Range Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
: No accommodation standard defined
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 5 Days Mikumi and Nyerere Private Mid-Range Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Open-sided 4x4 vehicle,
5 Days Mikumi and Nyerere Private Mid-Range Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park & Half-Day Game Drive
Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup from Dar es Salaam. Enjoy a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park, absorbing the landscapes along the way. After a lunch stop, embark on a half-day game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and occasional lions. Conclude you’re day by settling into you’re comfortable lodge, sharing stories of you’re first wildlife encounters
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Camp Bastian
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive Safari in Mikumi National Park
Rise early for a full day safari across Mikumi National Park. Morning game drives offer sightings of elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest, and more. Pause midday for a hearty lunch and a short rest at the lodge. The afternoon drive continues through open savannahs, perfect for photography and close encounters with wildlife. Return to your lodge as the sun sets over the park’s golden plains.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Camp Bastian
- Meals & Drinks:
Mikumi National Park to Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, journey toward Nyerere National Park with a scenic drive of 6–7 hours. En route, enjoy thrilling game viewing opportunities and expansive landscapes. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and unwind, surrounded by the sounds of the bush. Evening offers time for photography or a quiet stroll in the lodge’s vicinity.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Nyerere National Park & Sunset Boat Safari
Start early with a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park, spotting giraffes, hippos, elephants, and zebras. Take a midday break for lunch and a short rest. Continue exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems, then transition to a relaxing sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River. Watch hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife while the sun casts golden reflections across the water.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
- Accommodation:
- Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Bush Walk & Return to Dar es Salaam
Begin your final morning with an immersive bush walk guided by an experienced tracker, learning about flora, fauna, and local survival techniques. Return to the lodge for breakfast before your journey back to Dar es Salaam. Arrive in the city and end you’re memorable safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Gold Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- Hot Air Balloon(US$500)
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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