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5-Day Mikumi NP And Nyerere NP (Selous GR ), Game Drives + Boat Safari
- 5 Days
- Private Tour
- Dar Es Salaam ➝ Mikumi NP ➝ Nyerere NP ➝ Dar Es Salaam
Starting from
$1034
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Overview
This 5-day southern Tanzania safari takes you deep into two of the country’s hidden gems Mikumi National Park and Selous Game Reserve (now Nyerere National Park). Perfect for travelers seeking a less crowded, more authentic wilderness experience, this adventure combines classic game drives with a unique boat safari for a thrilling mix of land and water-based wildlife encounters.
Begin your journey in Mikumi, known as the "mini-Serengeti," with its wide-open plains and abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo. Then continue to Selous, Africa’s largest game reserve, where you'll enjoy game drives, bush scenery, and a memorable boat safari on the Rufiji River spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds in their natural habitat.
Included/Excluded
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Park Fees
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All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
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All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade
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A professional driver/guide
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All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
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All Taxes/VAT
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Hotel Transfer
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Meals And Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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International flights (From/to home)
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Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
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Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Tanzania is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit depends on what you want to experience:
🔹 June to October (Dry Season):
Best for Wildlife Viewing: This is the peak safari season. The dry weather makes animals easier to spot as they gather around water sources. Great Migration (Northern Serengeti): July to September is ideal for witnessing the famous river crossings.
🔹 November to March (Green Season):
Lush Landscapes & Bird Watching: The scenery is vibrant, and it’s an excellent time for birding. Calving Season (Southern Serengeti): January to March offers a chance to see thousands of wildebeest calves born on the plains.
🔹 April & May (Long Rains):
This is the off-season due to heavier rainfall, but it’s also when lodges offer discounted rates.
Uwanda Tours & Safaris offers tailored itineraries for each season so you can experience the best of Tanzania year-round.
With Uwanda Tours & Safaris, you can expect a seamless, immersive, and professionally guided experience from start to finish. Here's what you’ll enjoy:
- 🔹 Expert Local Guides: Passionate and knowledgeable about wildlife, ecosystems, and local cultures.
- 🔹 Custom Itineraries: Every safari is crafted based on your interests, travel style, and budget.
- 🔹 Top Wildlife Destinations: Explore iconic parks like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara.
- 🔹 Authentic Cultural Encounters: Visit Maasai villages and experience Tanzania’s rich cultural diversity.
- 🔹 Comfortable Stays: Handpicked accommodations ranging from luxury lodges to eco-friendly camps.
- 🔹 Safe & Reliable Travel: From airport pickup to drop-off, you’ll be cared for every step of the way.
Expect unforgettable wildlife moments, expert service, and personalized attention throughout your journey.
At Uwanda Tours & Safaris, personalization is at the heart of everything we do. Here’s how you can customize your adventure:
🔹 Tailored Itineraries: Choose your preferred parks, activities, and travel duration.
🔹 Accommodation Choices: From luxury lodges to budget-friendly tented camps—we’ll match your comfort level.
🔹 Private Safaris: Enjoy a private vehicle and guide for a more intimate experience.
🔹 Special Interests: Whether it's photography, bird watching, honeymoon travel, or family-friendly safaris—we create experiences to match your goals.
🔹 Add-on Experiences: Include hot air balloon safaris, cultural tours, beach extensions in Zanzibar, or even a Kilimanjaro climb.
Just let us know your travel preferences and our team will design a journey that’s 100% yours.
Yes, Tanzania is one of the best countries in Africa to see the Big Five—Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo. With Uwanda Tours & Safaris, you have excellent chances of spotting them in the wild:
🔹 Serengeti National Park: Home to large lion prides, leopards, elephants, and buffalo.
🔹 Ngorongoro Crater: One of the best places to see all Big Five in a single day, including rare black rhinos.
🔹 Tarangire & Lake Manyara: Known for massive elephant herds and tree-climbing lions.
Our experienced guides know where and when to find them, giving you the best possible opportunities for sightings and photography.
Yes, Tanzania is a safe and welcoming country for travelers, and with Uwanda Tours & Safaris, your safety is our top priority. Here's how we ensure peace of mind:
🔹 Trusted Local Experts: Our guides and team are locally based and well-versed in every region we operate in.
🔹 Private Transport: Your safari vehicle is private, clean, and well-maintained for a safe experience.
🔹 Health & Hygiene: We follow up-to-date health protocols and provide support if any medical needs arise.
🔹 Secure Accommodations: We partner only with reputable and secure lodges and camps.
🔹 24/7 Support: You’ll have access to our support team throughout your trip.
As with any international destination, it’s good to follow general safety advice and consult your local travel advisory before traveling.
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DAY 1
Dar es Salaam To Mikumi National Park
The journey will start from Dar es Salaam earlier in the morning, when our professional driver will pick you up and drive to Mikumi National Park. On arrival at Mikumi NP, you will learn how to make fire with sticks and more about the Maasai. You'll also experience the places where most of them live, such as their traditions and customs. After the safari, head back to your camp for preparation so that you can get on with your next scheduled activities.
Accommodation: Camp Bastiani Mikumi
Meals: Lunch, Dinner And Drinking Water
Park Name: Mikumi National Park
DAY 2
Full Day Game Drive At Mikumi National Park
When you wake up in the morning, after breakfast, head out to Mikumi National Park. You'll have a full day game view on that day and experience wonderful animals like lions, elands and buffalos found here. In nutshell, Mikumi flood plain is the main feature of the park bordering the mountain ranges. In the afternoon, you will be spent time to get lunch and rest before advancing with a game drive until evening when you will be back at the camp for preparation on next schedule.
Accommodation: Camp Bastiani Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner And Drinking Water
Park Name: Mikumi National Park
DAY 3
Mikumi National Park to Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere NP) + Boat Safari
In the morning, after breakfast, you will be picked-up from your Camp and driven to Nyerere National Park. There is a picnic lunch on the way. Afterwards, arrive there in the evening and embark on a boat safari, where you’ll spot hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitats. Meals and your overnight stay will be offered at camp or lodge.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner And Drinking Water
Park Name: Nyerere National Park
DAY 4
Fully Day Game Drive at Selous Game Reserve
On this day after breakfast, from 7:30 am to evening, you will do a full game drive tour at Nyerere National Park formerly know as Selous Game Reserve. The journey will start from the camp or lodge where you will be taken by our professional drivers and guides. On this day, you will get to enjoy various tourist attractions like animals including elephant, zebra, giraffe, antelope and many more. Also, you will see birds and other landscape scenery with varied topography including wetlands, dry grassland, light acacia forest and higher ground with vast views of far off mountains. In afternoon, you will have your packed lunch and sometime to rest. Then continue with the game drive until evening where you will return to camp or lodge for dinner and sleep, preparing for the next last day.
Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch And Drinking Water
Park Name: Nyerere National Park
DAY 5
Walking Safari & Back To Dar es Salaam
On this day, you will get morning tea then enjoy a walking tour in the forest, accompanied by an armed ranger. After the walking tour, you will get back at lodge or camp for breakfast and preparation to drive back to Dar es Salaam.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch And Drinking Water
Park Name: Nyerere National Park
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| Season | Solo | 2 PAX | 4 PAX | 6+ PAX |
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January to November |
$1500 | $1034 | $990 | $940 |
