8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks

Book an 8 day Tanzania midrange fly in fly out safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks with domestic flights comfortable lodges and guided game drives.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Arrival and Flight to Mikumi National Park
Day 2
Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park
Day 3
Bush Plane Flight to Ruaha National Park
Day 4
Full Day Exploring Ruaha National Park
Day 5
Another Full Day in Ruaha National Park
Day 6
Bush Plane Flight from Ruaha to Nyerere National Park
Day 7
Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
Day 8
Final Morning and Fly Out

Tour Features

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Duration 8 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
8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesWildlife, Big 5 Safari
The experiences selected for 8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks are Wildlife, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.
AccommodationMid-Range Lodges
The accommodation category selected for this package is Mid-Range Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.
8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks
8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks

Tanzania Fly In Fly Out Safari With Domestic Air Transfers Wildlife Adventures and Comfortable Midrange Lodges

Explore southern Tanzania on an 8 day midrange fly in fly out safari connecting Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park, and Nyerere National Park through domestic flights. This itinerary is designed for travellers who want to maximise their time on safari while reducing lengthy road transfers between destinations. Enjoy guided game drives across Mikumi’s open savannah, Ruaha’s rugged wilderness, and Nyerere’s varied riverine habitats. Comfortable midrange lodge accommodation provides a relaxing base after each day of wildlife exploration. The journey begins with a confirmed flight connection to Mikumi and ends with a scheduled departure from the designated airstrip serving Nyerere, according to the final travel arrangements. Flights, accommodation, and activities are subject to availability and confirmation, and wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Flight to Mikumi National Park

Arrival and Flight to Mikumi National Park

Begin your fly in fly out safari with arrival arrangements and your scheduled domestic flight to Mikumi National Park or its designated airstrip. Upon arrival, transfer to your midrange lodge and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short introductory game drive or relax at the lodge while taking in the surrounding scenery. Your guide will explain the safari programme and introduce the destinations you will visit during the coming days. Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation before your first full day of wildlife exploration.

Time: Arrival and scheduled flight depending on confirmed arrangements
Destination: Mikumi National Park
Attraction: Scenic air transfer, savannah landscapes, and an introduction to wildlife viewing

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

After breakfast, depart for a full day of guided game drives in Mikumi National Park. Explore the open plains and surrounding habitats while looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and bird species. Your guide will help identify wildlife and explain the natural features of the park. Enjoy opportunities for photography and observation while travelling through the landscape at a comfortable pace. Return to your midrange lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Time: Morning to afternoon game drives
Destination: Mikumi National Park
Attraction: Open savannah, wildlife viewing, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and birdlife

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Mikumi Wildlife Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3: Bush Plane Flight to Ruaha National Park

Bush Plane Flight to Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, transfer to the designated airstrip for your scheduled bush plane flight to Ruaha National Park. This air connection provides a convenient way to move between parks and spend more time exploring wildlife habitats. On arrival, continue to your midrange lodge and settle in. If the flight schedule and remaining daylight permit, enjoy an introductory game drive through Ruaha’s rugged scenery, river habitats, and baobab landscapes. If a game drive is not practical, relax at the lodge before dinner.

Time: Morning flight and possible afternoon activity
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Baobab trees, river habitats, and expansive wilderness

Destination:
Mikumi Natinal Park
Overnight:
Tandala Tented Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Full Day Exploring Ruaha National Park

Full Day Exploring Ruaha National Park

Spend a full day exploring Ruaha National Park through guided game drives. The park’s diverse habitats provide opportunities to look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and predators that may be encountered under natural conditions. Your guide will select suitable routes based on the season, wildlife activity, and local circumstances. Enjoy the scenery, learn about animal behaviour, and take photographs where opportunities arise. Return to your midrange lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Time: Morning and afternoon game drives
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Wildlife viewing, riverine habitats, baobab landscapes, and varied ecosystems

Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Overnight:
Tandala Tented Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Another Full Day in Ruaha National Park

Another Full Day in Ruaha National Park

Continue your safari with another full day in Ruaha National Park. Explore additional areas of the park and appreciate the diversity of its woodland, river corridors, and open plains. Your guide will help you observe wildlife and explain the relationships between animals and their habitats. The extra day provides more time for wildlife photography and a relaxed exploration of the wilderness. Return to your midrange lodge in the evening for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Time: Morning to afternoon safari activities
Destination: Ruaha National Park
Attraction: Diverse habitats, wildlife observation, birdlife, and scenic landscapes

Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Overnight:
Tandala Tented Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6: Bush Plane Flight from Ruaha to Nyerere National Park

Bush Plane Flight from Ruaha to Nyerere National Park

After breakfast, transfer to the designated airstrip for your scheduled flight from Ruaha National Park to Nyerere National Park. On arrival, transfer to your midrange lodge and settle in. This air transfer continues the fly in fly out format, avoiding a lengthy road journey between parks. Nyerere’s waterways, floodplains, and woodland offer a different environment for the final stage of your safari. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short game drive or relax at the lodge.

Time: Scheduled flight and lodge transfer
Destination: Nyerere National Park
Attraction: Domestic air transfer, river landscapes, floodplains, and diverse habitats

Destination:
Ruaha National Park
Overnight:
Selous Kinga Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Spend a full day exploring Nyerere National Park with your guide. Travel through its varied landscapes while looking for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife. The park’s river systems and floodplains support distinctive habitats and a range of bird species. Your guide will explain the area’s natural features and adapt the day’s route to local conditions. Enjoy opportunities for photography and wildlife observation before returning to your lodge for dinner and your final overnight stay on safari.

Time: Morning and afternoon game drives
Destination: Nyerere National Park
Attraction: River scenery, floodplains, wildlife viewing, and birdlife

Destination:
Nyerere National Park
Overnight:
Selous Kinga Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8: Final Morning and Fly Out

Final Morning and Fly Out

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge and prepare for your scheduled departure. Depending on the confirmed flight time, you may have an opportunity to appreciate the surrounding wilderness before transferring to the designated airstrip. Board your scheduled flight for onward travel according to your confirmed connections. Flight routing and departure times depend on availability, so ensure any onward international flight is coordinated carefully. Your 8 day midrange fly in fly out safari concludes after exploring Mikumi, Ruaha, and Nyerere National Parks.

Time: Morning breakfast and scheduled departure
Destination: Designated airstrip for onward travel
Attraction: Final wilderness views and onward domestic air connections

Destination:
Nyerere 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 $4,359 pp From $3,269 pp
    2 Pax From $3,359 pp From $2,519 pp
    3 Pax From $3,026 pp From $2,269 pp
    4 Pax From $2,859 pp From $2,144 pp
    5 Pax From $2,759 pp From $2,069 pp
    6 Pax From $2,692 pp From $2,019 pp
    7+ Pax From $2,645 pp From $1,984 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 8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks

    What is the tour style?

    8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks 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 8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks are Wildlife, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    8 Days Tanzania Midrange Fly in Fly out Safari to Mikumi Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks 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 Mid-Range Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.

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