Travel overland on a 5-day midrange drive-in, drive-out Southern Tanzania safari with accommodation and game drives in Nyerere and Mikumi.
A quick look at the tour style, experiences, travel months and accommodation for this package.
Explore two major Southern Circuit parks without booking domestic flights on this 5-day midrange drive-in, drive-out safari through southern Tanzania. Your journey will use one coordinated safari vehicle from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere, onward to Mikumi and back to the city, allowing your luggage to remain with you throughout the trip. This road-based package is suitable if you prefer to avoid small-aircraft baggage restrictions, multiple airport transfers or the higher cost of flying between destinations. You will enjoy several Nyerere game drives, a carefully managed road connection to Mikumi and a complete day on the Mkata Floodplain. Our guide will handle the driving, park procedures and daily schedule, while midrange lodges or permanent tented camps provide comfortable accommodation.
5:30 AM–12:00 PM: Begin the Overland Circuit
Your drive-in safari will begin with pickup in Dar es Salaam. Our guide will load your luggage into the vehicle you will use throughout the journey and explain the road conditions expected ahead. You will travel through settlements and rural countryside, with a refreshment stop arranged along the way.
12:00 PM–2:30 PM: Midrange Accommodation and Lunch
You will check in near Nyerere and enjoy lunch after the long morning drive. Your accommodation will provide a private room or permanent tent, a proper bed and bathroom facilities. You will have time to freshen up before entering the park.
3:00 PM–6:00 PM: Drive-In Game Viewing
Your first Nyerere safari will explore wildlife areas accessible from the accommodation. You may encounter elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and antelopes. Our guide will search for predator activity as the afternoon temperature becomes cooler.
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6:30 AM–11:30 AM: Extended Morning Game Drive
After breakfast, you will travel deeper into Nyerere with a packed lunch. Our guide will search for lions, African wild dogs, elephants and other wildlife using tracks and current information. You will be able to stop for photographs and animal observation throughout the morning.
11:30 AM–2:00 PM: Picnic beside the Wilderness
You will enjoy lunch at an approved picnic site. The location provides an opportunity to rest without leaving the park and losing valuable wildlife-viewing time.
2:00 PM–6:00 PM: Lakes and Afternoon Exploration
Your afternoon route will include Nyerere’s lakes, channels or different inland habitats. You may see hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds and animals approaching the water. At the end of the drive, you will return to the same midrange accommodation.
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6:00 AM–10:00 AM: Morning Game Drive before Departure
Your safari will include a final Nyerere game drive before beginning the transfer. This gives you another opportunity to locate predators, elephants or animals not previously encountered.
10:00 AM–7:00 PM: Southern Circuit Road Connection
You will continue by road from Nyerere to Mikumi. The journey can be long, and travel time depends on the route, weather and road conditions. Our guide will arrange lunch and comfort stops before delivering you to your Mikumi midrange lodge.
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6:30 AM–11:30 AM: Morning on the Mkata Floodplain
You will explore Mikumi’s open plains after breakfast. You may see large herds of buffaloes, zebras and wildebeest, along with giraffes and elephants. Our guide will also search for lions near water sources and concentrations of prey.
11:30 AM–2:00 PM: Picnic and Midday Rest
Your packed lunch will be served inside the park at a designated site. You will have time to relax before continuing the game drive.
2:00 PM–6:00 PM: Mikumi Wildlife and Scenery
You will visit additional habitats beneath Mikumi’s mountain backdrop. As the afternoon cools, animals may begin moving toward feeding areas and water. You will return to your accommodation for dinner.
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7:00 AM–9:00 AM: Breakfast and Vehicle Preparation
You will enjoy breakfast and check out of the lodge. Our guide will load your luggage and prepare the vehicle for the final road section.
9:00 AM–4:00 PM: Complete the Drive-Out Circuit
You will travel from Mikumi to Dar es Salaam, completing the overland Southern Circuit. Drop-off will be provided at your preferred accessible location
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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Travel overland on a 5-day midrange drive-in, drive-out Southern Tanzania safari with accommodation and game drives in Nyerere and Mikumi.
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