Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from Dar es Salaam for a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in an enriching cultural encounter with the Maasai community. Learn how to make fire using traditional methods, explore their homesteads, and gain insight into their customs, attire, and way of life. This visit offers a rare opportunity to engage meaningfully with one of Tanzania’s most iconic tribes. Afterward, check in at your lodge and enjoy a relaxed evening preparing for the wildlife experiences ahead.

• Main Destination: Mikumi National Park
• Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi (Mid-range lodge just outside Mikumi NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & Dinner included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, set out for a full day of game viewing across the wildlife-rich plains of Mikumi. Traverse the vast open floodplains, woodlands, and hills as you search for herds of elephants, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and the elusive lion. The park’s landscapes and seasonal waterholes attract abundant wildlife, especially during the dry season. Pause midday for a packed lunch in a designated picnic area, then continue your drive into the late afternoon. Return to your lodge in the evening to unwind and reflect on the day’s sightings.

• Main Destination: Mikumi National Park
• Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi (Mid-range lodge just outside Mikumi NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

Begin your day with an early breakfast before departing on a scenic drive to Ruaha National Park—Tanzania’s largest and most remote national park. The journey offers an evolving backdrop of mountains, valleys, and rural villages, giving you a glimpse of daily life in the Tanzanian interior. Upon arrival at Ruaha, check in at your lodge perched on a hillside with panoramic views. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the tranquil surroundings and preparing for tomorrow’s wildlife expedition into the heart of Ruaha.

• Main Destination: Ruaha National Park
• Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge (Mid-range lodge just outside Ruaha NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, venture into the vast and rugged wilderness of Ruaha National Park for a full-day game drive. Known for its dramatic landscapes and high concentration of predators, Ruaha offers exceptional wildlife viewing in a more remote setting. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, kudu, lions, leopards, and an impressive variety of birds. Break for a packed lunch in the park and enjoy some time to relax amid nature before resuming your exploration. In the evening, return to your lodge to enjoy dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.

• Main Destination: Ruaha National Park
• Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge (Mid-range lodge just outside Ruaha NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

Today, embark on another full-day game drive, this time following new routes to uncover different sections of the park. Ruaha's untouched wilderness reveals fresh sightings with every turn—herds of elephants, territorial lions, and maybe even a cheetah on the hunt. Enjoy a packed lunch in a scenic area and some downtime in nature before continuing your wildlife experience. As the sun begins to set over the hills and baobab trees, head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Main Destination: Ruaha National Park
• Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge (Mid-range lodge just outside Ruaha NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, depart from Ruaha National Park and begin your journey toward Morogoro. Enjoy the changing scenery along the way—from the remote wilderness of Ruaha to the bustling town life of Morogoro. Stop en route for lunch and stretch your legs. Upon arrival in Morogoro, check back into Camp Bastian Mikumi and relax for the evening as you prepare for the next leg of your adventure.

• Main Destination: Morogoro (City)
• Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi (Mid-range lodge just outside Mikumi NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After an early breakfast, depart for Udzungwa Mountains National Park—famed for its rich biodiversity and lush rainforest scenery. Upon arrival, you'll receive a safety briefing before beginning your guided hike to Sanje Waterfalls. This scenic trek winds through tropical forest paths, offering chances to spot endemic monkeys, birds, and vibrant plant life. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the expansive Kilombero Valley and the thunderous cascade of the waterfalls. Enjoy a packed lunch during the hike before descending and returning to your lodge to relax.

• Main Destination: Udzungwa Mountains National Park
• Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi (Mid-range lodge, 1–2 hours’ drive from Udzungwa)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

Today begins early with a scenic transfer from Morogoro to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve). Along the way, you’ll pass through rural Tanzanian landscapes and local villages, offering a glimpse into daily life. Upon arrival at the park, check in to your lodge and take time to rest and enjoy the natural surroundings in preparation for the wildlife adventures ahead.

• Main Destination: Nyerere National Park
• Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous – Banda Bungalow (Mid-range lodge just outside Nyerere NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After an early breakfast, set off on a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park, one of Africa’s largest and most diverse wildlife reserves. The day offers a rich safari experience across open plains, wetlands, acacia woodlands, and rolling hills. Expect to encounter elephants, giraffes, hippos, zebras, antelope, and a vibrant array of birds. Stop for a packed lunch in a shaded area before continuing your game drive through the afternoon. As the sun sets, return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

• Main Destination: Nyerere National Park
• Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous – Banda Bungalow (Mid-range lodge just outside Nyerere NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

Today you’ll explore different parts of Nyerere National Park on a second full-day game drive, venturing into new routes and landscapes. With varied topography—from grasslands to wetlands and acacia forests—you’ll encounter a wide range of wildlife, including elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and rich birdlife. One of the highlights of the day is a visit to a natural hot spring hidden deep within the park. If road conditions allow (especially outside the rainy season), you may even take a refreshing dip. After a packed picnic lunch in the bush, continue your drive before returning to camp by sunset.

• Main Destination: Nyerere National Park
• Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous – Banda Bungalow (Mid-range lodge just outside Nyerere NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

Begin the day before breakfast with a guided bush walk led by a local bushman and an armed ranger—an intimate way to learn about the park’s ecosystem, tracks, and animal behavior. Return to camp for breakfast, followed by a cultural visit to Mloka village, where you’ll engage with the local community and learn about their way of life. After lunch at the lodge, head to the Rufiji River for a sunset boat safari. Glide past pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the riverbanks, and countless bird species—all while the sun dips behind the horizon. It’s a peaceful and memorable way to end your day.

• Main Destination: Nyerere National Park
• Accommodation: Africa Safari Selous – Banda Bungalow (Mid-range lodge just outside Nyerere NP)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Mtemere Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Take one last look at the wilderness from above as you leave behind the vast expanse of Nyerere National Park. Your journey ends upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, where you’ll be ready to unwind and enjoy the island’s white sandy beaches and turquoise waters.

• Main Destination: Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)
• Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
• Meals & Drinks:
  • • Breakfast included
    • Drinking water provided (Lunch and dinner not included)