Experience a 5-day midrange Nyerere boat and Big Five safari with river wildlife, comfortable accommodation and game drives in Nyerere and Mikumi.
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This 5-day midrange Nyerere boat and Big Five Tanzania safari combines river-based wildlife viewing with traditional game drives through Nyerere and Mikumi national parks. Your adventure will begin with an afternoon game drive in Nyerere, followed by a full day exploring its woodland, lakes and big-game areas. A professionally guided boat safari along an authorized section of the Rufiji River system adds close views of hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds and animals visiting the riverbanks. After leaving Nyerere, you will continue to Mikumi for a complete day across the Mkata Floodplain, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and elusive leopards. Although wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, our guide will use local knowledge and current animal movements to provide the best possible experience. Midrange accommodation, road transportation, meals and organized park activities are included according to your final quotation.
5:30 AM–12:00 PM: Your Journey into Southern Tanzania
Your safari will begin with an early pickup from your hotel, residence or another agreed location in Dar es Salaam. Our guide will welcome you, assist with your luggage and introduce the journey ahead. As you travel south, you will pass through local communities, farmland and increasingly remote landscapes. A stop for refreshments and personal comfort will be arranged before arriving near Nyerere.
12:00 PM–2:30 PM: Midrange Camp Check-In and Lunch
You will be welcomed at a selected midrange lodge or permanent tented camp, where you can settle into your private room and enjoy lunch. After the road journey, you will have time to shower, rest and prepare your camera equipment. Our guide will then explain the first game-drive route and the wildlife frequently encountered in the area.
3:00 PM–6:00 PM: Afternoon Nyerere Game Drive
Your first wildlife activity will take you through Nyerere’s woodland and open clearings. You may see elephants feeding among the trees, buffaloes travelling in herds, giraffes browsing and antelopes moving across the grassland. Lions and African wild dogs may also be encountered, particularly as temperatures begin to fall. You will return to your midrange accommodation for dinner and overnight.
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6:30 AM–11:30 AM: Morning Big-Game Exploration
After breakfast, you will enter Nyerere during the cooler morning period. Our guide will follow fresh tracks and wildlife reports while searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and African wild dogs. Leopards are naturally secretive and sightings are never guaranteed, but the drive will explore habitats where predators and large mammals are active.
11:30 AM–3:00 PM: Lunch and Boat Safari Preparation
You will return for lunch or eat at an arranged location depending on the final operating plan. Before boarding the boat, you will receive a safety briefing and instructions about remaining seated, protecting cameras and following the boat guide’s directions.
3:30 PM–6:00 PM: Rufiji River Boat Safari
Your afternoon will unfold on the water during a guided Nyerere boat safari. You may see hippos surfacing near the boat, crocodiles resting on exposed banks and elephants or antelopes approaching the river to drink. Kingfishers, fish eagles, herons and other waterbirds create excellent photography opportunities. You will return to your accommodation as the evening colours settle over the river.
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6:00 AM–10:00 AM: Final Nyerere Wildlife Drive
Your final Nyerere game drive will cover areas not fully explored during the previous day. Our guide may concentrate on predators, elephant families or species still missing from your wildlife list. The early light also offers attractive conditions for photographing animals and landscapes.
10:00 AM–7:00 PM: Overland Transfer to Mikumi
You will continue by road toward Mikumi National Park. Lunch, refreshments and washroom stops will be arranged during this long transfer. When you arrive, you will check in at a comfortable midrange lodge, enjoy dinner and rest.
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6:30 AM–11:30 AM: Morning Safari across the Mkata Floodplain
After breakfast, you will explore Mikumi’s open plains in search of elephants, buffaloes, lions and other remarkable wildlife. You may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and impalas spread across the grassland. Our guide will examine water sources, shaded ground and areas where predators have recently been reported.
11:30 AM–2:00 PM: Picnic Lunch inside Mikumi
You will enjoy a packed lunch at an authorized picnic site. During the break, you can rest, review photographs and discuss the afternoon route with our guide.
2:00 PM–6:00 PM: Afternoon Predator and Wildlife Search
Your safari will continue through grassland, woodland boundaries and areas around water. You may encounter elephant families, large buffalo herds or lions observing grazing animals. After the final full game drive, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
7:00 AM–9:00 AM: Breakfast and Midrange Lodge Check-Out
You will enjoy breakfast and prepare for departure. Our guide will assist with your luggage and confirm the final Dar es Salaam destination.
9:00 AM–4:00 PM: Drive Back to Dar es Salaam
Your drive-out transfer will take you from Mikumi to Dar es Salaam. A stop for lunch or refreshments will be provided, and you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, airport or ferry terminal.
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 $1,556 pp | From $1,167 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $1,056 pp | From $792 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $889 pp | From $667 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $806 pp | From $605 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $756 pp | From $567 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $723 pp | From $542 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $699 pp | From $524 pp |
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Experience a 5-day midrange Nyerere boat and Big Five safari with river wildlife, comfortable accommodation and game drives in Nyerere and Mikumi.
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