Safari Details
15-Day Western & Southern Tanzania Safari to Zanzibar
An adventure-focused private safari through Tanzania's remote west and south — chimpanzee trekking in Gombe, wildlife in Katavi and Ruaha, and a Rufiji River boat safari in Nyerere — finishing with beach time in Zanzibar.
Route At A Glance
A polished route framework, refined around your dates.
Over 15 Days, this route follows Gombe ➝ Katavi ➝ Kitulo ➝ Mpanga-Kipengere ➝ Ruaha ➝ Mikumi ➝ Nyerere ➝ Zanzibar, styled as fly-in beach-to-bush routing with a deeper expedition pace. The final version can still shift lodge level, flight timing, activity rhythm, and beach or city connections.
Trip Overview
Best suited to private tour, adventure travelers.
An adventure-focused private safari through Tanzania's remote west and south — chimpanzee trekking in Gombe, wildlife in Katavi and Ruaha, and a Rufiji River boat safari in Nyerere — finishing with beach time in Zanzibar. Uwanda can adjust accommodation, activity rhythm, and transfer style around your dates and budget.
Human planning note
This route is best treated as a starting design, not a fixed bus tour. Tell Uwanda your arrival point, travel month, and comfort level so the team can tune the route before quoting.
Included And Excluded
Know what's included on this route before you request a quote.
Included On This Safari
- All Meals Throughout The Tour
- Airport Transfers (Dar Es Salaam)
- Ground Transportation In 4x4 Vehicle
- Chimpanzee Trekking, Hiking, And Boat Safari
- Domestic Flights
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Park Fees
Usually Excluded
- International flights, visas, travel insurance, and personal medical expenses.
- Tips, premium drinks, laundry, personal purchases, and optional upgrades.
- Pre/post-tour accommodation unless requested and added to the quote.
Itinerary Flow
Your safari, one remarkable day at a time.
Explore the daily rhythm, places, meals, and overnight stays. Every detail can still be refined around your dates.
Day
01
Gombe National Park
Arrival & Chimpanzee Trekking, Gombe
Today's Experience
Arrive in Gombe National Park on the shores of Lake Tanganyika ahead of chimpanzee trekking.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Gombe Rest House
Day
02
Gombe National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking, Gombe
Today's Experience
A full day trekking through Gombe's forest in search of habituated chimpanzee troops.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Gombe Rest House
Day
03
Katavi National Park
Transfer & Game Drive, Katavi
Today's Experience
Travel to remote Katavi National Park for game drives across its floodplains.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Katavi National Park Bandas
Day
04
Katavi National Park
Game Drive, Katavi
Today's Experience
Continue exploring Katavi's large hippo pods and buffalo herds.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Katavi National Park Bandas
Day
05
Mbeya
Transfer To Mbeya
Today's Experience
Travel to the Mbeya highlands, overnighting at a working coffee estate.
Overnight Stay
Utengule Coffee Lodge
Day
06
Kitulo National Park
Kitulo National Park
Today's Experience
Hike through Kitulo National Park, known for its highland flowers and endemic birds.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Kitulo Bandas
Day
07
Mpanga-Kipengere Game Reserve
Mpanga-Kipengere Game Reserve
Today's Experience
Explore Mpanga-Kipengere's waterfalls and highland scenery on a game drive.
Overnight Stay
TANAPA Mpanga-Kipengere Bandas
Day
08
Ruaha National Park
Transfer & Game Drive, Ruaha
Today's Experience
Continue to Ruaha National Park for the first of three days of game drives.
Day
09
Ruaha National Park
Game Drive, Ruaha
Today's Experience
Full day tracking wildlife across Ruaha's river valleys.
Day
10
Ruaha National Park
Game Drive, Ruaha
Today's Experience
Final game drives in Ruaha before continuing east.
Day
11
Isimila Stone Age Site
Isimila Stone Age Site
Today's Experience
Visit the Isimila Stone Age archaeological site en route east.
Overnight Stay
Mixed Comfort Safari Lodge
Day
12
Mikumi National Park
Game Drive, Mikumi
Today's Experience
Game drives across Mikumi National Park's open plains.
Overnight Stay
Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day
13
Nyerere National Park
Transfer & Game Drive, Nyerere
Today's Experience
Continue to Nyerere National Park for game drives inside the park.
Day
14
Nyerere National Park
Boat Safari, Nyerere
Today's Experience
A boat trip on the Rufiji River, viewing hippo, crocodile, and abundant birdlife.
Day
15
Zanzibar
Fly To Zanzibar
Today's Experience
Fly to Zanzibar to conclude the safari with beach time.
Activities
Real experiences included on this route.
Boat Safari
Explore the Wild From the Water. When most people think of a safari, they imagine bumpy rides through dusty roads, looking out for lions, elephants, and giraffes. But there’s another side of Tanzania’s wilderness...
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Game Drive
An Unforgettable Adventure. When you think about visiting Tanzania, one thing you should not miss is going on a game drive. It’s one of the best ways to experience the beauty of African wildlife up close and trust m...
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Hiking
An Adventure Through Africa's Most Scenic Landscapes. Tanzania, a land of dramatic landscapes, rugged terrains, and rich biodiversity, offers some of the best hiking opportunities in Africa. Whether you're a seasoned...
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Starting price guide before your custom quote.
Travelers
Adult pp
Child pp
1
$5,225
$3,553
2
$5,225
$3,553
3
$5,225
$3,553
4
$5,225
$3,553
5
$5,225
$3,553
6+
$5,225
$3,553
Children are priced using this safari age policy: 5-11 years. Younger infants can be confirmed by Uwanda during final quoting.
- Rates shown on this website are starting points and may change by season, lodge availability, routing, and flight cost.
- Final quotes should confirm accommodation names, room type, inclusions, park fees, transfers, and payment timing.
- Luxury, honeymoon, family, and private fly-in versions can be priced separately on request.
Booking Confidence
What to confirm before you secure the safari.
Before You Book
Uwanda can confirm the best travel sequence, realistic transfer time, and whether road or flight routing suits your dates better.
Upgrade Possibilities
Ask about luxury lodges, private fly-in links, honeymoon touches, photography pacing, or extra nights in Zanzibar or Arusha.
Quote Clarity
Share your budget direction early so the team can recommend the right accommodation level instead of overselling the route.
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