8-Day Authentic Wilderness Safari + Beach

Depart Dar es Salaam after breakfast for a scenic drive or short flight to Nyerere National Park, Africa’s largest protected wilderness. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch and settle into your lodge overlooking the Rufiji River. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari to spot hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife as the sun sets over the water.
Accommodation: Rufiji River Camp or Selous Wilderness Camp

Spend the day exploring the park on an exciting game drive. Nyerere is home to a remarkable diversity of wildlife, including elephants, lions, wild dogs, giraffes, and buffaloes. You can also opt for a guided walking safari to discover the smaller wonders of the bush. Return to your camp in the evening for a sundowner by the river and a freshly prepared dinner under the stars.
Accommodation: Rufiji River Camp or Selous Wilderness Camp

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Ruaha National Park, the largest national park in Tanzania. As you arrive, you’ll be greeted by vast landscapes of rolling hills, ancient baobab trees, and the meandering Great Ruaha River. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you may encounter elephants, lions, and leopards before returning to your camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Ruaha River Lodge or Mdonya Old River Camp

Spend two full days discovering the beauty and wildlife of Ruaha. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, big cats, and unique scenery. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, or choose a walking safari with an experienced guide for an up-close encounter with nature. Evenings are spent around the campfire, sharing stories beneath a star-filled sky.
Accommodation: Ruaha River Lodge or Mdonya Old River Camp

After breakfast, take a scheduled flight from Ruaha to Mafia Island, via Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach lodge and spend the rest of the day unwinding on the tranquil shores of the Indian Ocean. Mafia Island offers an unspoiled coastal experience — far less commercialized than Zanzibar — with pristine coral reefs and crystal-clear waters.
Accommodation: Mafia Island Lodge or Butiama Beach Lodge

Enjoy a full day at leisure on Mafia Island. Go snorkeling or diving in the renowned Mafia Island Marine Park, where colorful coral gardens and tropical fish thrive. During the whale shark season (October to March), you can join an unforgettable excursion to swim with these gentle giants. Alternatively, simply relax on the beach or explore the island’s fishing villages.
Accommodation: Mafia Island Lodge or Butiama Beach Lodge

After breakfast, enjoy some final moments on the beach before your transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, connect with your onward journey or international flight.