5 Days Nyerere & Ruaha Safari

Experience Tanzania’s wild side on a 5-day safari to Nyerere and Ruaha, featuring boat safaris, thrilling game drives.

Day 1: Dar es Salaam → Nyerere National Park (Selous)

Pick up from Dar es Salaam (hotel/airport) in the morning.

Drive (6–7 hrs) or fly (1 hr) to Nyerere National Park.

Check in at your mid-range safari camp/lodge.

Afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River or a short evening game drive.

Dinner and overnight at Nyerere (Selous) lodge/camp.

Day 2: Full Day in Nyerere National Park

Early morning game drive in search of elephants, lions, wild dogs, and giraffes.

Return for breakfast and short rest.

Afternoon: boat safari or game drive across the floodplains and river channels.

Dinner and overnight at Nyerere lodge/camp.

Day 3: Nyerere → Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, transfer by light aircraft (recommended) or long road drive to Ruaha.

Arrive, check in at lodge/camp, and enjoy lunch.

Evening game drive inside Ruaha, famous for large elephant herds, lions, and pristine landscapes.

Dinner and overnight at Ruaha lodge/camp.

Day 4: Full Day in Ruaha National Park

Full-day game drives with picnic lunch, exploring Ruaha’s rugged wilderness.

Search for elephants, kudus, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species.

Dinner and overnight at Ruaha lodge/camp.

Day 5: Ruaha → Dar es Salaam

Morning game drive or bush walk (if available).

Breakfast at the lodge.

Transfer to airstrip/drive back to Dar es Salaam.

End of safari.

Price From USD 1,800 per person

Includes:
🦋 park fees
🦋mid-range accommodation
🦋meals
🦋game drives and
🦋transfers

Excludes:
🦋tips
🦋personal expenses
🦋 drinks and
🦋optional activities

Quick Facts

  • Duration: 5 days / 4 nights.
  • Start/End: Dar es Salaam.
  • Parks: Nyerere (Selous) & Ruaha.
  • Activities: Boat safari, game drives, wildlife viewing.
  • Wildlife: Elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, giraffes, 500+ bird species.
  • Accommodation: Mid-range lodges/camps, full board.
  • Transport: Road or flight transfers.
  • Best For: Big game lovers & adventure seekers.

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