6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit

Enjoy a 6-day luxury lodge safari in Tanzania from Dar es Salaam through Mikumi, Udzungwa and Iringa, with wildlife, rainforest, waterfalls and highland scenery.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Check Into Your Safari Lodge
Day 2
Mikumi – Full-Day Lodge-Based Safari Adventure
Day 3
Mikumi to Udzungwa – Forest Lodge & Waterfall Experience
Day 4
Udzungwa to Iringa – Highlands & Isimila
Day 5
Iringa to Mikumi – Heritage & Mountain Views
Day 6
Mikumi to Dar es Salaam – Final Morning in the Wilderness

Tour Features

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Duration 6 Days
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
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Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For Wildlife
Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

A quick look at the tour style, experiences, travel months and accommodation for this package.

Tour stylePrivate Safari
6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesWildlife, Big 5 Safari
The experiences selected for 6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit are Wildlife, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.
AccommodationLuxury Lodges
The accommodation category selected for this package is Luxury Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.
6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit
6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit

Sleep in Beautiful Lodges While Exploring Mikumi, Udzungwa and Iringa

Combine Tanzania's southern landscapes with the comfort of carefully selected lodge accommodation on this six-day luxury lodge safari from Dar es Salaam. The journey is designed for travelers who appreciate wildlife adventure during the day and a comfortable retreat in the evening. Each destination brings a different atmosphere: Mikumi offers classic safari scenery, Udzungwa surrounds you with lush mountain forest, while Iringa introduces the cooler character of the Southern Highlands. Daily experiences include game drives, a full-day wildlife excursion, a rainforest walk to Sanje Waterfalls, archaeological exploration at Isimila and scenic travel through the Kitonga Escarpment. With private road transfers and lodge-based accommodation, the safari combines the excitement of southern Tanzania with a more settled and comfortable style of travel.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Check Into Your Safari Lodge

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Check Into Your Safari Lodge

Depart Dar es Salaam and travel inland towards Mikumi. After arrival, settle into your comfortable lodge and enjoy time to refresh. Later, head into Mikumi National Park for an afternoon game drive. Explore the open plains and look for elephants, giraffes, zebra, buffalo and other wildlife. Return to your lodge as the evening arrives and enjoy dinner in a peaceful setting.

Overnight: Luxury lodge near Mikumi
Meals: Lunch and dinner

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Stanley’s Kopje
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Mikumi – Full-Day Lodge-Based Safari Adventure

Mikumi – Full-Day Lodge-Based Safari Adventure

After breakfast, depart for a full day inside Mikumi National Park. The extensive game drive provides opportunities to explore different habitats and search for a variety of mammals and birds. Your guide will interpret animal behavior and the surrounding ecosystem while allowing plenty of time for photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the safari before continuing the afternoon exploration. Return to your lodge later in the day.

Overnight: Luxury lodge near Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Stanley’s Kopje
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Mikumi to Udzungwa – Forest Lodge & Waterfall Experience

Mikumi to Udzungwa – Forest Lodge & Waterfall Experience

After breakfast, travel towards Udzungwa. The tropical forest environment offers a dramatic contrast to the savannah. Embark on a guided hike towards Sanje Waterfalls, observing forest plants, birds and primates along the route. After the hike, return to your lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overnight: Luxury forest lodge near Udzungwa
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Udzungwa Falls Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Udzungwa to Iringa – Highlands & Isimila

Udzungwa to Iringa – Highlands & Isimila

After breakfast, leave Udzungwa and travel towards Iringa. The changing scenery becomes increasingly elevated as you enter the Southern Highlands. Explore the Isimila Stone Age Site, learning about ancient human activity while admiring the site's unusual rock formations. Continue to Iringa and settle into your lodge or boutique hotel.

Overnight: Luxury highland lodge or boutique hotel in Iringa
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Destination:
Udzungwa Mountains
Overnight:
Udzungwa Falls Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Iringa to Mikumi – Heritage & Mountain Views

Iringa to Mikumi – Heritage & Mountain Views

After breakfast, start the journey towards Mikumi. An optional Kalenga Museum visit can be added before leaving the area. Continue through the Southern Highlands and along the Kitonga Escarpment, where spectacular scenery creates excellent photography opportunities. Arrive at your lodge near Mikumi and enjoy your final evening.

Overnight: Luxury lodge near Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Destination:
Iringa Attractions
Overnight:
Stanley’s Kopje
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam – Final Morning in the Wilderness

Mikumi to Dar es Salaam – Final Morning in the Wilderness

Enjoy a gentle morning nature activity before breakfast. Return to the lodge, prepare for departure and begin your road journey towards Dar es Salaam. The safari concludes upon arrival in the city.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)

    • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour

    • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Tour Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $1,735 pp From $1,301 pp
    2 Pax From $1,110 pp From $833 pp
    3 Pax From $902 pp From $676 pp
    4 Pax From $798 pp From $598 pp
    5 Pax From $735 pp From $551 pp
    6 Pax From $693 pp From $520 pp
    7+ Pax From $664 pp From $498 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  • ✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • ✓ All Taxes/VAT
  • ✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • ✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • ✓ Rescue fee
    • Exclusions
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Personal items
  •  Tips: tipping guideline

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    Tour Map

    Follow the journey from Start to End. Numbers show the order of destinations and arrows show the direction of travel. Lines connect approximate locations, not actual driving or flight paths.

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    2. Day 1, Day 2
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    5. Day 5, Day 6
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    FAQs about 6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit

    What is the tour style?

    6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.

    What experiences does this package offer?

    The experiences selected for 6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit are Wildlife, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    6 Days Luxury Lodge Safari Through Tanzania Southern Circuit is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.

    What accommodation is planned?

    The accommodation category selected for this package is Luxury Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.

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