Explore Southern Tanzania on a 9 Day Drive-In Drive-Out Midrange Safari covering Nyerere, Mikumi & Udzungwa, with wildlife, nature, adventure, and comfortable accommodation.
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Experience Southern Tanzania completely by road on this 9 day drive in drive out midrange safari from Dar es Salaam through Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa and Iringa before returning through Mikumi. The itinerary avoids domestic flights and gives travelers the opportunity to experience the changing landscapes, towns, forests, highlands and countryside that connect the major safari destinations. Nyerere provides several substantial wildlife days, Mikumi offers classic savannah game viewing, Udzungwa introduces guided forest walking and primate encounters, while Isimila adds archaeology and geological scenery near Iringa. Comfortable midrange accommodation throughout provides essential rest between long road transfers and active safari days. The final Mikumi game drive completes the overland circuit before the drive out to Dar es Salaam.
5:30 AM to 11:30 AM Drive In Safari Journey Begins
Leave Dar es Salaam early and begin the overland journey toward Nyerere in the same safari vehicle that will connect your destinations throughout the itinerary. Travelling by road allows you to watch the landscape change gradually from city surroundings into rural areas, farms and increasingly open countryside instead of flying over these environments. Planned comfort and refreshment stops will make the journey manageable before the first wildlife activity. Your driver guide will introduce the route and explain how the road based programme will work during the nine days.
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM Lunch and Overland Safari Preparation
Reach the Nyerere region around midday and stop for lunch before continuing into the park. Take enough time to relax, prepare cameras and organise personal items after the road journey. Your guide will explain the afternoon wildlife route and how the same vehicle will continue to serve as both road transport and safari vehicle throughout the trip. Once refreshed, continue into the park.
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Afternoon Nyerere Road Safari
Explore Nyerere's wildlife tracks and search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes and predators among woodland and open habitats. The transition from road transfer into game viewing creates continuity and gives travelers a complete overland safari experience from the first day. Stop at meaningful wildlife encounters and enjoy the softer evening light before leaving the park. Continue by road to your midrange accommodation for dinner.
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6:30 AM to 10:00 AM Morning Wildlife Road Circuit
Enter Nyerere early and follow game viewing roads through woodland, open areas and wildlife corridors. Search for elephants, giraffes and buffaloes while the guide selects routes according to current animal activity rather than a rigid circuit. Morning conditions provide excellent opportunities for wildlife observation and photography before the heat increases. Spend enough time at rewarding sightings instead of constantly covering distance.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM River Routes and Picnic Lunch
Continue along roads leading toward river and lake influenced habitats where different wildlife and bird species may become visible. Stop around midday for lunch and take enough time away from the vehicle to stretch and relax. The break is especially valuable on a drive in drive out itinerary because many hours are spent travelling by road. Resume only after everyone is properly rested.
2:00 PM to 5:30 PM Afternoon Wilderness Drive
Explore another road circuit during the cooler afternoon and enjoy fresh wildlife opportunities under softer light. Elephants, giraffes and antelopes may move more actively while predators can begin changing position toward evening. Your driver guide will use the remaining daylight effectively without making the day unnecessarily long. Return to the lodge around sunset.
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6:30 AM to 10:00 AM Fresh Road Network Exploration
Begin another complete day on a different game drive route where possible. The additional time allows the road safari to reach new habitats and search for animals not yet encountered without pressure to cover everything in one session. Your guide will follow fresh tracks and recent wildlife movement while maintaining a relaxed pace. Enjoy the sense of remoteness between sightings and the diversity of the landscape.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wildlife Tracks and Midday Rest
Continue through woodland and water influenced environments while paying attention to wildlife tracks and corridors along the road. Spend longer at important encounters and observe behaviour rather than simply moving toward the next species. Stop for lunch around midday and take a proper rest from the vehicle. Resume after enough time to stretch and recharge.
2:00 PM to 5:30 PM Final Nyerere Road Safari
Use the afternoon to revisit favourite wildlife areas or explore another road section recommended by the guide. Cooler temperatures and softer light can create strong final Nyerere encounters and excellent photography conditions. Enjoy the remaining hours without unnecessary rushing because the itinerary has already provided extensive time in the park. Return to the lodge around sunset.
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6:00 AM to 11:30 AM Overland Transfer to Mikumi
Leave Nyerere after breakfast and continue the drive in drive out journey toward Mikumi. The road connects two very different wildlife environments and allows travelers to experience the countryside between them rather than using a domestic flight. Comfort stops will be included along the route and your guide will maintain a steady and safe road pace. Reach Mikumi around midday or early afternoon.
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM Lunch and Road Safari Preparation
Stop for lunch and rest before beginning another wildlife drive. Prepare cameras and binoculars while your guide explains the open plains and road network that characterise Mikumi. The break divides the long transfer and the game drive into comfortable sections and helps maintain energy. Continue into the park once everyone is ready.
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Afternoon Mikumi Road Safari
Explore the Mkata plains and search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and wildebeest while following the park's game viewing roads. The same overland vehicle provides the full safari experience and avoids unnecessary changes of transport. Softer afternoon light creates excellent wildlife scenes across the open landscape. Finish near sunset and continue to your midrange accommodation.
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6:30 AM to 10:00 AM Morning Plains Game Drive
Enter Mikumi early and follow game viewing tracks through open grassland and woodland. Search for elephants, giraffes, plains game and predators while the guide chooses productive road circuits according to wildlife activity. The open scenery provides strong visibility and excellent photography opportunities. Spend enough time at meaningful encounters rather than driving continuously.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wildlife Roads and Picnic Break
Continue through water associated areas and woodland while observing how wildlife changes between habitats. Stop for lunch around midday and enjoy enough time to rest away from the vehicle. The picnic creates an important break during another full day of road based safari activity. Resume after everyone feels refreshed.
2:00 PM to 5:30 PM Afternoon Mikumi Drive
Spend the afternoon exploring another game drive route under softer light and cooler conditions. Elephants, giraffes and grazing herds may become increasingly active and provide final wildlife encounters before the journey leaves Mikumi for the mountains. Your guide will select routes that avoid unnecessary repetition of the morning drive. Return to the lodge around 5:30 PM.
7:00 AM to 9:30 AM Overland Transfer to Udzungwa
Leave Mikumi after breakfast and continue the road journey toward Udzungwa Mountains National Park. The short transfer clearly shows the change from savannah to green agricultural valleys and forested mountain slopes. Travelling overland makes this environmental transition a visible part of the safari experience. Reach Udzungwa during the morning and prepare for walking activities.
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Guided Forest Walking Experience
Leave the safari vehicle behind and explore the forest on foot with a local guide. Search for primates, birds, butterflies and plants while experiencing mountain streams and dense vegetation at close range. The walking activity gives travelers a welcome physical break from several days of road and game drive travel. Take enough time for interpretation and photography throughout the route.
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Waterfall and Mountain Trail Exploration
Continue after lunch or refreshments along another forest trail toward streams, viewpoints or waterfall scenery. The activity remains adaptable to fitness and trail conditions and is focused on nature appreciation rather than covering maximum distance. Enjoy the cooler mountain environment before returning to the midrange accommodation. Finish the day with dinner and rest.
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6:30 AM to 9:30 AM Morning Forest Activity
Begin another guided forest experience while the environment remains cool and birds and primates are active. Explore a different trail where possible and use the activity to gain more value from the Udzungwa stop before returning to the road. The quieter morning provides strong photography and nature observation opportunities. Return afterward for breakfast.
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Breakfast and Vehicle Preparation
Enjoy breakfast and take enough time to organise luggage and prepare for the overland journey toward Iringa. Your driver guide will check the vehicle and explain the road plan while travelers recover from the morning walk. The rest period ensures the transition back into road travel remains comfortable. Once ready, continue the drive in drive out circuit.
11:00 AM to 4:30 PM Scenic Overland Journey to Iringa
Travel through highland landscapes, agricultural areas and mountain roads while stopping for lunch and comfort breaks as needed. The overland route gives travelers a direct experience of Southern Tanzania's changing terrain and regional scenery. Reach Iringa during the afternoon and check into the midrange accommodation. Enjoy a relaxed evening and prepare for Isimila.
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7:00 AM to 10:00 AM Isimila Road Safari Heritage Stop
Visit Isimila after breakfast and spend the morning exploring its archaeological and geological landscape. Learn about prehistoric stone tools, early human activity and unusual natural formations while enjoying a break from game drives and long road travel. The guided experience adds historical interest to the overland itinerary and creates variety before returning toward Mikumi. Finish around midmorning and continue the road journey.
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM Highland Drive and Lunch
Travel through the Iringa highlands and enjoy changing mountain and agricultural scenery along the road. Stop for lunch during the central part of the journey and take enough time to stretch and refresh. The driver will maintain a comfortable pace and make practical road stops where required. Resume the journey after lunch and continue toward Mikumi.
2:30 PM to 6:00 PM Mikumi Arrival and Final Overland Overnight
Reach the Mikumi region during the late afternoon and check into your midrange accommodation. Use the final evening to rest after Isimila and the long road journey and prepare for one last morning game drive. The overnight stop breaks the return journey into manageable sections and prevents an excessively long drive directly to Dar es Salaam. Enjoy dinner and a comfortable night's sleep.
6:30 AM to 9:30 AM Final Mikumi Road Safari
Enter Mikumi for one final game drive and revisit open plains and woodland during the cooler morning. Search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and favourite plains wildlife before leaving the protected areas behind. The shorter road safari provides a satisfying final wildlife experience without delaying the drive out unnecessarily. Return to the lodge after several hours.
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Breakfast and Drive Out Preparation
Enjoy breakfast and take enough time to pack, refresh and prepare for the final overland journey. Your driver guide will check the vehicle and organise luggage while travelers relax after the morning game drive. This transition keeps the final day comfortable and realistic. Once ready, leave the Mikumi region.
11:00 AM to Evening Drive Out to Dar es Salaam
Travel entirely by road back to Dar es Salaam and complete the full drive in drive out Southern Tanzania circuit. Stop for lunch and refreshments along the route and enjoy the changing countryside one final time before approaching busier urban surroundings. Arrival will depend on road and traffic conditions, so the driver will maintain a safe and steady pace. Reach Dar es Salaam later in the day and complete the nine day overland safari.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $3,034 pp | From $2,276 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $2,034 pp | From $1,526 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $1,701 pp | From $1,276 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $1,534 pp | From $1,151 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $1,434 pp | From $1,076 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $1,367 pp | From $1,026 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $1,320 pp | From $990 pp |
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