Overview: This 6-day safari offers an unforgettable journey through two of Tanzania’s most unique and diverse wildlife destinations: Selous Game Reserve and Mikumi National Park. From game drives and boat safaris in Selous to the stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife in Mikumi, this safari provides a perfect mix of exploration, adventure, and relaxation in southern Tanzania. Experience the best of Africa’s wildlife in an intimate, uncrowded setting.
📍Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam & Transfer to Selous
Morning: Arrive in Dar es Salaam (or another point of arrival in Tanzania).
Transfer by road or light aircraft to Selous Game Reserve.
Afternoon: Check-in at your lodge or camp within the Selous Game Reserve.
Enjoy a welcome lunch, followed by a briefing on the upcoming safari adventures.
Evening: Evening game drive to spot wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and lions.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
📍Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Selous Game Reserve
Morning: Enjoy an early morning game drive to explore the vast Selous Game Reserve, home to diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, wild dogs, and rare species such as the sable antelope.
Afternoon: After lunch at your lodge or camp, take a boat safari along the Rufiji River. This relaxing boat ride offers the opportunity to see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds.
Evening: Return to your lodge for dinner. Optional: Go for a night game drive to spot nocturnal animals.
📍Day 3: Walking Safari and Explore Selous
Morning: Head out for an exciting walking safari with an expert guide. This allows you to explore the reserve on foot, learning about the ecosystem, animal tracks, and local flora.
Afternoon: Enjoy a light lunch at the lodge before continuing your game drives through the reserve, focusing on different habitats, from wetlands to woodlands.
Evening: Return to your lodge for a relaxed dinner, and enjoy the serene atmosphere of Selous under the African stars.
📍Day 4: Transfer from Selous to Mikumi National Park
Morning: After breakfast, check out of your lodge and embark on a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park.
Arrive in Mikumi and check in at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon: Enjoy a short game drive within Mikumi National Park, spotting elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and an array of bird species in the park’s open savannah.
Evening: Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
📍Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Mikumi National Park
Morning: Head out for an early morning game drive to explore Mikumi, one of Tanzania’s most accessible parks. This park is known for its abundant wildlife and flat, open plains that make game viewing spectacular.
Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxing lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive. You may spot lions lounging near the Mkata River, herds of buffalo grazing, and a variety of bird species along the park’s wetlands.
Evening: Return to your accommodation for dinner and enjoy a peaceful night in the heart of Mikumi.
📍Day 6: Final Game Drive & Departure
Morning: After breakfast, go on one last game drive to explore any areas of the park you might have missed. Capture those final wildlife moments, including possible sightings of the “Big Five.”
Late Morning: Return to the lodge for brunch, check out, and transfer back to Dar es Salaam or another departure point for your onward journey.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation:
- Full-board accommodation in quality lodges or tented camps within or near Selous Game Reserve and Mikumi National Park.
- Meals:
- All meals included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) throughout the safari.
- Transportation:
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
- Transfers from Dar es Salaam to Selous and Mikumi and back to Dar es Salaam.
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off (if arriving in Dar es Salaam).
- Professional Guide:
- English-speaking, experienced safari guide throughout the trip.
- Park Fees:
- Entry fees to Selous Game Reserve and Mikumi National Park.
- Safari Activities:
- Daily game drives in Selous and Mikumi.
- Boat safari on the Rufiji River in Selous.
- Guided walking safari in Selous (where available).
- Drinking Water:
- Bottled drinking water provided daily during safari activities.
- Government Taxes and Levies:
- All applicable government taxes and park levies included.
Exclusions:
- International Flights:
- Flights to and from Tanzania.
- Travel Insurance:
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- Visa Fees:
- Entry visa to Tanzania.
- Optional Activities:
- Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary, such as additional night game drives.
- Alcoholic and Soft Drinks:
- Beverages (unless included by the lodge or camp).
- Personal Expenses:
- Tips, laundry, souvenirs, and any personal expenses.
This list of inclusions provides everything needed for a comfortable and comprehensive safari, while the exclusions allow travelers to customize additional activities or services as they wish.
Why Choose the 6-Day Selous & Mikumi Safari Adventure?
- Diverse Wildlife: The safari offers an opportunity to see the Big Five, as well as rare species like the African wild dog in Selous and abundant elephants in Mikumi.
- Variety of Safari Experiences: The itinerary includes game drives, boat safaris, walking safaris, and scenic views, giving you a comprehensive and immersive experience of southern Tanzania.
- Less Crowded: Both Selous and Mikumi are less visited compared to northern parks, offering a more private and intimate safari experience.
- Stunning Landscapes: From the lush wetlands of Selous to the vast open plains of Mikumi, the landscapes are diverse and beautiful, ideal for photography and exploration.
