9 Days Southern Tanzania Luxury Adventure – Nyerere, Mikumi and Udzungwa with Iringa Highlights

Your journey begins with a private transfer from Dar es Salaam towards Nyerere National Park, travelling through changing landscapes as the coastal surroundings give way to the peaceful countryside of southern Tanzania. Upon arrival at your luxury lodge or camp, enjoy lunch and some time to relax before setting out on a boat excursion along the Rufiji River. Cruise through the waterways while watching for hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds and other wildlife along the riverbanks. As the afternoon comes to an end, return to your accommodation for a relaxed evening and dinner.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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Head into the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park for a full day of wildlife exploration. Drive through grasslands, woodland and areas surrounding lakes and waterways, with opportunities to encounter elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas and other species. Lions and African wild dogs may also be spotted depending on wildlife movements and seasonal conditions. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon safari, with plenty of opportunities for photography and birdwatching, before returning to your lodge in the evening.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Begin the morning with a guided walking experience through the Nyerere wilderness, providing a closer connection with nature and the smaller details of the environment. Along the trail, discover animal tracks, insects, plants, birds and other signs of wildlife while your guide explains the surrounding ecosystem. After returning to the lodge for some rest, continue with an afternoon game drive during the cooler part of the day. Keep watch for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, antelope and predators before returning to your accommodation for dinner.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Serena Mivumo River Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Leave Nyerere National Park and travel towards Mikumi National Park by road. The journey offers beautiful views of southern Tanzania, with opportunities to see villages, farms, rural communities and changing landscapes along the way. Your guide will share insights into the local environment and communities as you travel between the two wildlife destinations. On reaching the Mikumi area, check into your luxury accommodation and enjoy time to unwind, with an optional short wildlife outing possible depending on the day's schedule.

Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Enter Mikumi National Park for a full-day safari across the scenic Mkata Floodplain. The broad open grasslands provide excellent visibility and create wonderful opportunities for wildlife photography. Search for elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas and other antelope, while lions may be encountered in areas where prey is concentrated. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the safari and continue exploring throughout the afternoon before leaving the park and returning to your lodge.

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Depart Mikumi after breakfast and make your way towards the Udzungwa Mountains, where open savannah gradually gives way to lush mountain forests. The day's highlight is a hike to the spectacular Sanje Waterfalls, following a forest trail surrounded by tropical vegetation and opportunities for birdwatching. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and impressive views around the falls before continuing to your luxury accommodation for a relaxing evening after the day's adventure

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Udzungwa Falls Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Continue your journey towards Iringa through the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania's Southern Highlands. The road passes through rolling hills, cultivated areas, valleys and elevated countryside, offering memorable scenery along the way. Visit the fascinating Isimila Stone Age Site to discover more about ancient human history and admire the distinctive geological formations surrounding the archaeological area. Continue to Iringa and spend the evening relaxing at your accommodation.

Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains

Overnight:

Hans Poppe Hotel

  luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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After breakfast, begin the return journey towards Mikumi. Before leaving Iringa, you may choose to visit the Kalenga Museum, offering insight into the region's history and cultural heritage. Continue through the Southern Highlands, enjoying views of escarpments, hills, valleys, farms and rural settlements as the landscape changes along the route. Arrive in the Mikumi area later in the day, settle into your luxury accommodation and relax ahead of your final safari experience.

Destination:

Iringa Attractions

Overnight:

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Rise early for your final game drive in Mikumi National Park, enjoying the peaceful morning atmosphere as the wilderness comes alive. The early hours offer excellent opportunities to observe and photograph elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and various antelope species. After your final wildlife experience, leave the park and begin the road journey back to Dar es Salaam. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from the interior wilderness towards the coast, bringing your memorable 9-day luxury Tanzania safari to a close.