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A private 6-day Tanzania journey through Nyerere, Mikumi and the Udzungwa Mountains.
A southern circuit through Nyerere and Mikumi, finishing with a rainforest hike in the Udzungwa Mountains.
Fly or drive from Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park. After settling into camp, set out on an afternoon game drive or boat safari.
A full day exploring Nyerere’s lakes and woodlands, home to elephant, giraffe, lion, wild dog and hundreds of bird species along the Rufiji River.
Glide along the Rufiji River by boat past hippos, crocodiles and fishing birds, and join an armed ranger for a walking safari in the bush.
Travel to Mikumi National Park and game-drive the Mkata floodplain, often called a little Serengeti, with lion, elephant, giraffe and buffalo.
Hike through the rainforest of the Udzungwa Mountains to the Sanje waterfall, looking out for primates found nowhere else, or spend extra time on safari in Mikumi.
Return by road or air to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar for your onward connection.
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. The order of parks may change with the season and lodge availability.
Choose your accommodation level. The more travellers share the vehicle, the lower the price per person.
| Season | 2 travellers | 4 travellers | 6 travellers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low season1 Apr – 19 May | $2,652 | $2,204 | $2,055 |
| Mid seasonRest of the year | $2,883 | $2,396 | $2,234 |
| High seasonJul – Sep, Dec – Jan | $3,315 | $2,755 | $2,569 |
Prices are per person sharing, valid for 2026/27. Single travellers, larger groups and special lodges on request.
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