Enjoy a 10-day Tanzania lodge safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa, Iringa and Ruaha with wildlife drives, hiking, cultural visits and SGR travel.
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This 10-day lodge safari takes you through Tanzania’s Southern Circuit, combining wildlife viewing with hiking and cultural discovery. Travel by SGR train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro before continuing to Mikumi National Park for game drives across the Mkata Floodplain. Explore the rainforest and Sanje Waterfalls in Udzungwa Mountains, then visit Iringa and the Isimila Stone Age Site. Continue to Ruaha National Park for several days of wildlife viewing, birdwatching and a guided walking safari where available. Overnight stays at lodges provide a place to rest between activities, and the return journey includes a road transfer to Dodoma followed by an SGR train journey to Dar es Salaam.
Begin your lodge safari in Dar es Salaam by boarding the scheduled SGR train to Morogoro. Enjoy the countryside views during the journey before meeting your safari driver at the agreed arrival point. Continue by road to Mikumi National Park and check in at your lodge or accommodation. After some time to settle in, head out for an afternoon game drive. Explore the open plains and wooded habitats while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and other wildlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Time: Morning train journey and afternoon game drive
Destination: Dar es Salaam, Morogoro and Mikumi National Park
Attraction: Mikumi National Park and its wildlife habitats
Activity: SGR train journey, road transfer, lodge check-in and afternoon game drive
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After breakfast at the lodge, set out for a full day of game drives in Mikumi National Park. Explore the Mkata Floodplain and surrounding wildlife areas, where the open landscape offers opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and various antelope species. Your guide will help identify wildlife and explain the behaviour of the animals and the park’s natural environment. Pause for meals and rest during the day before continuing the afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge in the evening.
Time: Full day
Destination: Mikumi National Park
Attraction: Mkata Floodplain and the park’s wildlife
Activity: Guided game drives, wildlife observation and birdwatching
After breakfast, check out and travel by road to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. The landscape gradually changes from savannah to forested mountains. On arrival, prepare for a guided hike towards Sanje Waterfalls. Walk along forest trails surrounded by lush vegetation and look for birds, butterflies and native plants. Your guide will explain the rainforest ecosystem and the importance of protecting its biodiversity. Enjoy the views around the waterfall area, subject to trail conditions and available time, before continuing to your accommodation for the night.
Time: Morning transfer and afternoon hiking activity
Destination: Mikumi National Park to Udzungwa Mountains
Attraction: Udzungwa rainforest and Sanje Waterfalls
Activity: Road transfer, guided rainforest walk and waterfall hike
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After breakfast, spend the day exploring the natural surroundings of Udzungwa Mountains. Join a guided hike on a suitable trail selected according to weather conditions, group fitness and local advice. Observe the forest’s vegetation and birdlife while learning about the ecological importance of the mountain range. Later, visit the Mang’ula area for a cultural experience when available, with opportunities to learn about local lifestyles, farming and community traditions. Return to your accommodation to relax after the day’s outdoor activities.
Time: Full day
Destination: Udzungwa Mountains and Mang’ula
Attraction: Forest trails, mountain scenery and local community life
Activity: Guided hiking, nature observation and cultural experience
After breakfast, depart your accommodation and travel towards Iringa through Tanzania’s Southern Highlands. Enjoy the scenery of rural communities, agricultural land and rolling hills along the route. Upon arrival, visit Isimila Stone Age Site to explore its archaeological features and learn about evidence of early human activity in the region. A guide will explain the significance of the site and the stone tools found in the area. After the visit, proceed to your lodge or accommodation in Iringa for dinner and overnight.
Time: Morning departure and afternoon sightseeing
Destination: Udzungwa Mountains to Iringa
Attraction: Isimila Stone Age Site and Southern Highlands scenery
Activity: Road transfer, archaeological visit and local sightseeing
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After breakfast, depart Iringa and travel by road to Ruaha National Park. Enjoy the scenery along the way before arriving at the park and completing the entry arrangements. If time permits, take an afternoon game drive to begin exploring Ruaha’s landscapes and wildlife. Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and predators while learning about the park’s habitats from your guide. Later, transfer to your lodge or camp, where you can relax before dinner and overnight.
Time: Morning transfer and afternoon game drive
Destination: Iringa to Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Ruaha’s landscapes and wildlife habitats
Activity: Road transfer, park entry and afternoon game drive
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Enjoy breakfast before setting out for a full day of wildlife viewing in Ruaha National Park. Explore a variety of habitats and look for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and antelopes. Visit areas around the Great Ruaha River, where animals may gather near the water depending on the season. Your guide will help identify wildlife and birds and explain the park’s ecology. Take a break for lunch before continuing the afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Time: Full day
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Great Ruaha River and diverse wildlife habitats
Activity: Game drives, wildlife photography and birdwatching
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Begin the day with a guided walking safari, subject to park regulations, authorised guide availability and suitable conditions. Explore the natural environment on foot while learning about animal tracks, plants, insects and other details of the bush. The experience offers a different perspective on Ruaha’s ecosystem and the relationship between wildlife and its habitat. After returning for a break, head out for an afternoon game drive to explore additional areas of the park. A sundowner may be arranged at an approved location if available and permitted. Return to the lodge in the evening.
Time: Morning walking safari and afternoon game drive
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Bush landscapes, wildlife tracks and scenic viewpoints
Activity: Guided walking safari, nature interpretation and game drive
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Spend a full additional day exploring Ruaha National Park before beginning the return journey. Set out on morning and afternoon game drives, visiting different areas in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and other wildlife. Explore areas around the Great Ruaha River and take time to appreciate the scenery, birdlife and variety of habitats. Your guide will help you look for wildlife and explain animal behaviour and the park’s conservation importance. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Time: Full day
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Great Ruaha River, wildlife habitats and birdlife
Activity: Morning and afternoon game drives, wildlife photography and birdwatching
After breakfast, check out from your lodge and begin the road transfer from Ruaha National Park towards Dodoma. Enjoy views of the Southern Highlands and rural landscapes along the way. Upon reaching Dodoma, proceed to the railway station for the scheduled SGR train journey back to Dar es Salaam. The safari ends upon arrival in Dar es Salaam.
Time: Full day, including road transfer and train journey
Destination: Ruaha National Park to Dodoma, then Dar es Salaam
Attraction: Southern Highlands scenery and SGR railway journey
Activity: Lodge check-out, road transfer and SGR train journey
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $3,590 pp | From $2,693 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $2,340 pp | From $1,755 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $1,923 pp | From $1,443 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $1,715 pp | From $1,286 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $1,590 pp | From $1,193 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $1,507 pp | From $1,130 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $1,447 pp | From $1,085 pp |
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