9 Days Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa and Iringa Southern Tanzania Walking Safari

The journey begins in Dar es Salaam with a morning road transfer toward Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival at your accommodation, settle in before heading out for a Rufiji River boat safari. This relaxing excursion offers an introduction to the park's aquatic environment, with opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of waterbirds along the riverbanks. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a briefing on the following day's activities.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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A full day in Nyerere National Park opens up a wider range of landscapes, including lakes, floodplains, woodland, and open areas. The game drive offers opportunities to encounter elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. Particular attention is given to birdwatching around the park's lakes and wetland habitats. The vehicle-based exploration provides a useful contrast to the slower and more intimate experience of walking in the wilderness.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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The main walking experience takes place today, accompanied by an authorized walking guide. Rather than focusing solely on large mammals, the safari emphasizes understanding the smaller details of the ecosystem. Learn how to recognize animal tracks, droppings, feeding signs, plants, insects, and bird calls while gaining insight into animal movements and behavior. Your guide will also demonstrate appropriate safety procedures and wilderness awareness. Following lunch and a short rest, an afternoon game drive provides another opportunity to explore Nyerere's wildlife-rich surroundings.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Leaving Nyerere National Park behind, the route continues toward Mikumi through the changing landscapes of southern Tanzania. The road journey offers a quieter transition between the two parks, with views of rural communities, vegetation, and countryside along the way. On reaching the Mikumi area, check in and take time to relax before the next day's wildlife activities

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Mikumi's expansive Mkata Floodplain becomes the focus of today's full-day game drive. The open grasslands provide excellent visibility for observing wildlife and understanding how animals use different parts of the floodplain. Elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and other species may be encountered depending on seasonal conditions. Throughout the day, your guide will explain animal behavior, tracks, vegetation, water availability, and the ecological relationships that shape this environment.

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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The safari shifts from open savannah to mountain forest as you travel from Mikumi toward the Udzungwa Mountains. The day's main activity is the Sanje Waterfalls hike, following a forest trail through lush vegetation and diverse habitats. Along the route, keep watch for colorful birds, monkeys, butterflies, and other forest species. Your guide will introduce the unique biodiversity of the Udzungwa ecosystem before reaching the impressive Sanje Waterfalls. Time is available to appreciate the scenery and enjoy the natural surroundings before returning along the trail.

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Udzungwa Falls Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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A scenic drive takes you from the Udzungwa area into the Southern Highlands toward Iringa. As the elevation increases, the landscape changes dramatically, creating opportunities to appreciate Tanzania's highland scenery. The journey includes a visit to the Isimila Stone Age Site, where travelers can explore a landscape connected with early human activity and archaeological discoveries. Later, continue to Iringa for a relaxed evening.

Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains

Overnight:

Hans Poppe Hotel

  luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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The return journey toward Mikumi provides an opportunity to explore more of the region's history and landscapes. Travelers interested in local heritage may visit the Kalenga Museum before continuing toward the escarpment. The drive passes through scenic highland terrain, with opportunities for photography, short stops, and appreciation of the dramatic changes in elevation and vegetation. Arrival in the Mikumi area marks the final evening of the safari.

Destination:

Iringa Attractions

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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The final day follows the road from Mikumi back to Dar es Salaam. The journey offers one last opportunity to enjoy the landscapes of southern Tanzania, passing through rural areas and changing scenery along the route. Depending on the timing, short stops can be made for refreshments, photography, or local sightseeing. Continue toward Dar es Salaam, arriving in the city in the afternoon or early evening, where the safari comes to an end.