7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania

Enjoy a 7-day luxury Tanzania safari holiday in Nyerere and Ruaha with scenic flights, luxury lodges, game drives, walking safaris, and a Rufiji River boat safari.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Fly to Nyerere National Park – Rufiji River Boat Safari
Day 2
Nyerere National Park – Full-Day Game Drive
Day 3
Nyerere National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive
Day 4
Fly from Nyerere to Ruaha National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
Day 5
Ruaha National Park – Full-Day Game Drive Along the Great Ruaha River
Day 6
Ruaha National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive
Day 7
Ruaha National Park – Sunrise Game Drive and Return Flight

Tour Features

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Duration 7 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 Holiday Safari
Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

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

Tour stylePrivate Safari
7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesHoliday Safari, Big 5 Safari
The experiences selected for 7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania are Holiday Safari, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania 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.
7 Days Luxury  Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania
7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania

A 7-Day Luxury Safari Holiday in Southern Tanzania

Experience a memorable 7-day luxury safari holiday in Tanzania, exploring Nyerere and Ruaha National Parks. Fly between the parks, enjoy exciting game drives, discover nature on guided walking safaris, and take a boat safari along the Rufiji River. Stay in luxury lodges or tented camps surrounded by beautiful wilderness, with opportunities to see elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species. This safari combines wildlife adventures, scenic flights, relaxing accommodation, and the beauty of Tanzania's southern parks.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Nyerere National Park – Rufiji River Boat Safari

Fly to Nyerere National Park – Rufiji River Boat Safari

Your safari begins with a flight to Nyerere National Park, where your guide will welcome you at the airstrip and transfer you to your luxury lodge or tented camp. Settle into your accommodation and take in the peaceful surroundings of the African wilderness. In the afternoon, head to the Rufiji River for a boat safari, offering a different view of the park's wildlife. Look for hippos in the water, crocodiles along the riverbanks, elephants coming to drink, and colorful birds feeding near the shore. Your guide will explain the animals and their natural habitats as you travel along the river. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation

Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Overnight:
Beho Beho
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Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
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Day 2: Nyerere National Park – Full-Day Game Drive

Nyerere National Park – Full-Day Game Drive

Start the morning with breakfast before heading out on a full-day game drive across Nyerere National Park. Explore open plains, woodland areas, and riverine forests in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and predators such as lions and African wild dogs. Your guide will help you identify wildlife and explain their behavior and the park's natural environment. A picnic lunch in the bush allows you to continue exploring different areas without returning to the lodge at midday. The drive also provides opportunities to photograph birds, landscapes, and animals in their natural surroundings. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight accommodation

Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Overnight:
Beho Beho
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3: Nyerere National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive

Nyerere National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive

Begin the day with a guided walking safari led by an experienced and authorized guide. Explore the bush on foot and learn about animal tracks, native plants, insects, birds, and other details that are often difficult to notice from a safari vehicle. Your guide will explain how wildlife uses the landscape and how different species survive in this natural environment. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Travel through the park in search of elephants, giraffes, antelopes, buffaloes, and predators while enjoying the changing colors of the African landscape. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation

Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Overnight:
Beho Beho
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Fly from Nyerere to Ruaha National Park – Afternoon Game Drive

Fly from Nyerere to Ruaha National Park – Afternoon Game Drive

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before transferring to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Ruaha National Park. The flight offers views of Tanzania's vast wilderness and remote landscapes. On arrival, meet your guide and begin a game drive toward your luxury lodge or tented camp. Ruaha features baobab trees, rocky hills, open plains, and river valleys that support a wide range of wildlife. Look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and antelopes as you explore the park. Your guide will introduce you to Ruaha's unique environment and help you spot animals along the route. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Overnight:
Ikuka Safari Camp
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Ruaha National Park – Full-Day Game Drive Along the Great Ruaha River

Ruaha National Park – Full-Day Game Drive Along the Great Ruaha River

Set out on a full-day game drive through Ruaha National Park, exploring areas around the Great Ruaha River and nearby wildlife habitats. The river attracts many animals, especially during the dry season, when water becomes more limited. Look for elephants drinking at the river, hippos resting in pools, crocodiles along the banks, and buffaloes moving through the surrounding plains. Ruaha is also known for its lions and leopards, as well as its many bird species. Your guide will select suitable areas based on wildlife activity and road conditions. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your exploration through woodland, riverbanks, and open areas. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight accommodation

Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Overnight:
Ikuka Safari Camp
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6: Ruaha National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive

Ruaha National Park – Guided Walking Safari and Afternoon Game Drive

Take part in a guided walking safari through Ruaha's natural landscapes, where baobab trees, dry riverbeds, and rocky terrain create a distinctive African wilderness. Walk with an authorized guide who will help you identify animal footprints, recognize bird calls, and learn about native plants and smaller creatures. The guide will also explain how wildlife adapts to seasonal changes and limited water supplies. Return to the lodge for lunch and time to relax before an afternoon game drive. Explore more of the park in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and lions. The drive provides further opportunities for wildlife photography and observing animal behavior. Return to your lodge for dinner and your final overnight stay in Ruaha

Destination:
Ruaha
Overnight:
Ikuka Safari Camp
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Ruaha National Park – Sunrise Game Drive and Return Flight

Ruaha National Park – Sunrise Game Drive and Return Flight

Begin your final safari day with an early morning game drive as the sun rises over Ruaha's rugged landscapes. The cooler morning hours offer opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and predators moving through the bush. Your guide will choose a suitable route based on the available time and recent wildlife sightings. Return to the lodge for breakfast and prepare for your departure, depending on your flight schedule. Transfer to the airstrip for your return flight and onward travel arrangements. Your luxury safari holiday concludes with wonderful memories of Tanzania's wildlife, scenic flights, guided walking safaris, and the Rufiji River boat safari.

 

Destination:
Ruaha National 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 $3,904 pp From $2,928 pp
    2 Pax From $3,029 pp From $2,272 pp
    3 Pax From $2,737 pp From $2,053 pp
    4 Pax From $2,592 pp From $1,944 pp
    5 Pax From $2,504 pp From $1,878 pp
    6 Pax From $2,446 pp From $1,834 pp
    7+ Pax From $2,404 pp From $1,803 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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    FAQs about 7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania

    What is the tour style?

    7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania 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 7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania are Holiday Safari, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    7 Days Luxury Nyerere and Ruaha Fly-In Fly-Out Holiday Safari in Southern Tanzania 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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