Overview
Day by day
Price
Experience the best of Southern Tanzania and Zanzibar in one smooth, private journey. Start in Dar es Salaam, then fly into Mikumi National Park for classic savannah game drives and big wildlife sightings. Continue to the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park, famous for its Rufiji River landscapes, boat safari experiences, and excellent chances to spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and big cats.
After your safari days, fly to Zanzibar for a relaxing island finish. Explore the history and culture of Stone Town with its narrow alleys, oceanfront charm, and Swahili-Arab heritage, then head north to Kendwa Beach for white sand, swimming, and unforgettable sunsets.
This itinerary is fully guided, privately organized, and includes accommodations, park activities, domestic flights, and transfers, with meals as listed day by day.
- You visit
- Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)(Start) Dar es SalaamMikumiNyerere NPZanzibarStone TownKendwa Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)(End)
- Highlights
- Wildlife safarisBirding toursCity tourCultural experienceBeach time
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam + Transfer to Hotel
Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Masaki. Enjoy a relaxed evening and prepare for your safari adventure.
Breakfast
Day 2: Fly to Mikumi + Afternoon Game Drive
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Mikumi. On arrival, enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, then head out for an afternoon game drive across Mikumi's open plains. Expect excellent sightings including giraffe, buffalo, zebra, and possibly lions or other predators. Later, settle into your tented camp inside the park.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Morning Game Drive in Mikumi + Fly to Nyerere + Evening Game Drive
Start the day with a guided game drive in Mikumi for more wildlife viewing in the cool morning hours. Later, transfer to the airstrip and fly to Nyerere National Park. After arrival, enjoy a short evening game drive, a beautiful time to see animals near water sources and experience the park's dramatic scenery. Overnight at camp with Rufiji River views.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Nyerere Game Drive + Boat Safari on the Rufiji River
Spend the day exploring Nyerere with a guided game drive through classic southern Tanzania landscapes. After lunch, enjoy a boat trip on the Rufiji River, one of the trip’s highlights. Watch hippos, crocodiles, birdlife, and wildlife coming to the riverbanks as the sun begins to soften. Return to camp for a relaxed evening.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Final Safari Moments + Fly to Zanzibar Stone Town
Enjoy more wildlife viewing in Nyerere before transferring to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to your Stone Town hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, strolling the historic streets, and soaking in the coastal atmosphere.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Stone Town Tour + Spice Tour + Transfer to Kendwa Beach
Discover Stone Town on a city tour, visiting key historic landmarks and experiencing the Swahili-Arab coastal culture. Later, enjoy a Zanzibar spice tour with the island’s famous aromas and flavors. After lunch, drive to Kendwa on the north coast and settle into your beachfront hotel for a relaxing evening.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Kendwa Beach Relaxation Day
A full day to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace. Swim, relax on the white sand, take long beach walks, or simply enjoy the ocean views and sunset atmosphere that makes Kendwa famous.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Departure from Zanzibar + Flight to Dar es Salaam
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam, where your trip comes to an end. If you would like extra nights in Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam, we can arrange them.
Breakfast
No Accommodation
