Celebrate 5-Day Private Luxury Southern Circuit Safari in Tanzania featuring Nyerere National Park and Mikumi National Park with boat safaris, game drives, and premium experiences from Dar es Salaam.
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Experience the beauty of Tanzania’s Southern Circuit on this carefully designed 5-day private luxury safari. Journey from Dar es Salaam to the vast landscapes of Nyerere National Park, where river safaris, scenic lakes, and exceptional wildlife encounters await. Continue to Mikumi National Park, famous for its open plains, abundant animals, and breathtaking scenery. This itinerary blends comfort, personalized service, and authentic safari experiences, making it ideal for travelers seeking exclusivity, nature, and unforgettable moments in Southern Tanzania.
06:30 AM – 07:00 AM Private Pick-Up in Dar es Salaam
Your private safari guide will meet you at your hotel or preferred location in Dar es Salaam. After a short briefing, begin your comfortable journey south toward Nyerere National Park.
07:00 AM – 12:30 PM Scenic Drive to Nyerere
Travel through changing landscapes, small settlements, agricultural areas, and rural communities as you leave the city behind. Depending on traffic, road conditions, and the selected park entry point, the journey can take several hours. TANAPA confirms that Nyerere is accessible by road from Dar es Salaam through the Kibiti–Utete route.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM Arrival and Lunch
Arrive at your luxury lodge or tented camp, check in, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch.
01:30 PM – 03:30 PM Leisure and Relaxation
Take time to unwind after the journey. You may relax at your accommodation, enjoy the surroundings, or prepare for the afternoon's river experience.
04:00 PM – 06:30 PM Private Rufiji River Boat Safari
Cruise along the Rufiji waterways in search of hippos, crocodiles, elephants near the riverbanks, and an impressive variety of waterbirds. Boat safaris are one of Nyerere's signature experiences, offering a different perspective from a traditional vehicle safari.
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06:00 AM – 09:30 AM Sunrise Game Drive
Set out in your private safari vehicle while temperatures are cooler and wildlife is particularly active. Explore the floodplains, woodland tracks, and areas around the lakes in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and, with luck, African wild dogs. Early morning is recognized as one of the stronger wildlife-viewing periods in Nyerere.
09:30 AM – 10:00 AM Scenic Bush Breakfast Refreshment Stop
Pause at an approved scenic location for refreshments while enjoying the surrounding wilderness.
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Continued Wildlife Exploration
Continue through different habitats, allowing your guide to follow fresh tracks and recent wildlife activity.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM | Picnic Lunch in the Wilderness
Enjoy a carefully prepared picnic lunch at a designated location.
01:30 PM – 03:30 PM Relaxation Leisure
Return to camp or enjoy a quiet afternoon break.
03:30 PM – 06:00 PM Afternoon Game Drive
Head back into the wilderness as wildlife becomes more active in the cooler afternoon. Explore riverine areas and open plains before returning toward your lodge.
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07:30 AM – 08:00 AM Check-Out
08:00 AM – 01:00 PM Private Road Transfer Toward Mikumi
Continue your journey through southern Tanzania, passing rural settlements, farmland, woodland, and changing landscapes along the route.
01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break
Stop for lunch before continuing toward Mikumi.
02:00 PM – 04:30 PM Continue to Mikumi National Park
Travel toward your accommodation while enjoying the scenery of the southern region.
04:30 PM – 05:30 PM Arrival, Check-In and Refreshment
05:30 PM – 07:00 PM Leisure at the Lodge
Relax after the transfer, enjoy the lodge facilities, or simply take in the surrounding scenery.
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06:30 AM – 10:00 AM Early Morning Game Drive
Enter the park for an immersive wildlife experience across Mikumi's open landscapes. The Mkata Floodplain provides expansive views and opportunities to search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, lions, and various antelope species.
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Wildlife and Scenic Exploration
Continue exploring different sections of the park, with your guide adjusting the route according to wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
01:30 PM – 03:30 PM Afternoon Safari Exploration
Continue through the park's plains and woodland habitats, stopping at scenic viewpoints and wildlife areas.
03:30 PM – 04:30 PM Hippo Pool Viewpoint
Visit a designated viewpoint where you may observe hippos and water-associated birdlife while enjoying the surrounding scenery.
04:30 PM – 05:45 PM Final Game Drive
Begin your return route while continuing to look for wildlife along the way.
Around 06:00 PM Exit the Park
Mikumi's gates typically close around 6:00 PM, although exact operational details should always be confirmed for the travel date.
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06:00 AM – 08:30 AM Final Sunrise Game Drive
Begin your final safari with an early morning drive through Mikumi. The cooler hours provide an excellent opportunity to observe wildlife before the heat of the day increases.
10:30 AM – 01:00 PM Scenic Road Journey Toward Dar es Salaam
Depart Mikumi and travel toward Dar es Salaam, enjoying views of the changing landscapes along the route. 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Lunch Stop
02:00 PM – 05:00 PM Continue to Dar es Salaam
Proceed with your private transfer toward the city.
Around 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Your 5-Day Private Luxury Safari concludes with a private drop-off at your hotel, airport, or another agreed location in Dar es Salaam.
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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Celebrate 5-Day Private Luxury Southern Circuit Safari in Tanzania featuring Nyerere National Park and Mikumi National Park with boat safaris, game drives, and premium experiences from Dar es Salaam.
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