This Safari Itinerary involves Flying on Domestic Flights to and from two spectacular and remote National Parks in Southern Tanzania. You will be in great hands as you visit and explore Nyerere National Park (formerly known as The Selous Game Reserve) and The Ruaha which is one of the largest National Parks in Africa ... and possibly in the world. The Selous Game Reserve, now renamed as Nyerere National Park (in-part), is a protected nature reserve and wilderness area in southern Tanzania, East Africa. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, owing to its high levels of biodiversity, vast, undisturbed landscapes, such as the grasslands and the miombo woodlands habitat.
Ruaha National Park is the largest protected area in Tanzania and East Africa, covering an area of 20,226km², Ruaha derives its name from the Great Ruaha River which flows through the south -eastern section of the park and attracts a broad range of flora and fauna, including large herds of elephants and lion prides as well as an abundance of antelope and other species.
Sleep to the sound distant lion pride members communicating with each other across long distances or elephants thrashing about in the nearby swamps and rivers
Accommodation in Nyerere and Ruaha National Parks range from excellent standards to luxury accommodation.
1 night in Dar es Salaam, 3 nights in Nyerere Park & 4 nights gts in Ruaha National Park
DAY 1: Dar es Salaam
Accommodation - Half Board
DAY 2: Dar - Nyerere National Park (The Selous) Permanent Tented Camp
Accommodation - at one of our specifically vetted Permanent Tented Camps - Full Board
DAY 3: Nyerere National Park (The Selous)
Accommodation - Permanent Tented Camp - Full Board
DAY 4: Nyerere National Park (The Selous)
Accommodation - Permanent Tented Camp - Full Board
DAY 5: Fly from Nyerere National Park to Ruaha National Park
Accommodation - Permanent Tented Camp or Lodge - Full Board
DAY 6 & 7: Ruaha National Park
Accommodation - Permanent Tented Camp or Lodge - Full Board
DAY 8: After breakfast, board your domestic flight to Julius Nyerere International Airport and connect with your International flight home, or a domestic flight to Zanzibar for your coastal extension.
NATURE WALKS:
Nature walks are available at specific properties located and dedicated areas inside Nyerere National Park (The Selous).
ADDITIONAL BOAT SAFARIS:
Additional Boat Safaris are available, however please be advised that some properties charge for additional boat trips. Highly popular, we will advise you in advance of any extra charges.
ZANZIBAR SPICE ISLAND EXTENSIONS:
Many extent their safaris to relax in vibrant Zanzibar, Pemba or Mafia Island.
Snorkel among vibrant coral world, alive with multicoloured petite fish. For the more adventurous there is scuba diving available, either within Zanzibar's shallower waters or from Pemba Island that offers the more experienced diver exhilarating dives, including the Pemba Atoll (underwater cliffs) , in a world teeming with even more remarkable sea life. In Pemba the current can be particularly strong. Mafia Island would make a great setting for a Robison Island movie. It is noted for great snorkelling opportunities in less crowded waters.
Depending on where you chose to stay, water-skiing, dolphin excursions, sand islands, paragliding and dhow tours on ageless Arabic boats still made and used to this day. For those of you who wish to keep your feet dry enjoy a glass bottom boat outing to see Tanzania's water-world below.
There are plenty more options including nature walks, bird watching and historical tours, depending on which island you choose. Zanzibar is particularly noted for its wealth of history. A treasure trove of stories, relics and palaces revolving around olden day Sultans of Zanzibar, years of global trade and adventures by sea as well as being a major hub for many a famous explorer centuries back. Zanzibar's Old Stone Town is
No stay at Zanzibar is complete without tasting Tanzania’s wide range of seafood delicacies harmonised with delicious local sauces or colourful condiments.
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