2 Days Midrange Weekend Safari from Dar Es Salaam to Nyerere

Morning Road Journey

Leave Dar es Salaam early and travel south towards Nyerere National Park. The road passes through the city outskirts before entering quieter countryside with farms, villages and natural woodland. A suitable stop will be made for refreshments and personal comfort.

Afternoon Boat Safari

After reaching the Nyerere area, join a guided boat safari on an accessible section of the Rufiji River. Watch for hippos appearing above the water, crocodiles resting near the banks and animals occasionally approaching the river to drink.

Sunset on the Rufiji

Spend the final part of the afternoon observing fish eagles, kingfishers, herons and other waterbirds. Enjoy the evening colours across the river before proceeding to your midrange lodge or camp.

Main attractions: Rufiji River, hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds and sunset scenery.
Distance: Approximately 230–250 kilometres.
Road-transfer time: Approximately 5–7 hours.
Boat-safari duration: Approximately 2–3 hours.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Sable Mountain Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Game Drive

Explore Nyerere’s grassland, woodland and water-dependent habitats while temperatures remain cooler. Your guide will search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and different antelope species. Predators may be encountered depending on their natural movements.

Return to Dar es Salaam

After the game drive, leave the Nyerere area and begin the journey back to Dar. Comfort stops will be included, with arrival expected during the late afternoon or evening.

Main attractions: Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, birds and possible predators.
Distance: Approximately 230–250 kilometres.
Game-drive duration: Approximately 3–4 hours.
Return-transfer time: Approximately 5–7 hours.