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8-Days Southern Tanzania Safari Tarantula Adventure Safaris

Luxury Safaris

Tanzania

Description

Escape into the wild heart of Southern Tanzania, where fewer crowds, vast landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters create a truly authentic safari experience.
Journey from Mikumi's wildlife-rich plains to the remote wilderness of Ruaha, then finish beside the waterways of Nyerere National Park with a spectacular Rufiji River boat safari.

Itinerary
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Day 1, ARRIVAL IN DAR ES SALAAM
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Welcome to Tanzania
Arrive in Dar es Salaam, where our representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your comfortable hotel. Relax and enjoy a safari briefing before your Southern Tanzania adventure begins.
Duration: Arrival Day | 1–2 hrs transfer Game Viewing:
Transport: Private airport transfer
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Johari Rotana

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Day 2, DAR ES SALAAM → MOROGORO → MIKUMI
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Into the African Wilderness
Take the SGR train to Morogoro before continuing by private safari vehicle to Mikumi. Enjoy your first afternoon game drive, searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions and abundant birdlife.
Duration: Full day | Approx. 5–6 hrs travel
Game Viewing: 3–4 hrs
Transport: SGR + Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian

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Day 3, MIKUMI → RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
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From Open Plains to Untamed Wilderness Begin with an early morning game drive while wildlife is most active. After breakfast, journey towards magnificent Ruaha, passing through scenic countryside and remote Tanzanian landscapes.
Duration: Full day | Approx. 6–8 hrs travel
Game Viewing: 2–3 hrs
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tandala Safari Camp

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Day 4, FULL-DAY RUAHA SAFARI
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The Wild Heart of Tanzania
Spend an unforgettable full day exploring Ruaha's spectacular wilderness. Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and, with luck, leopards and African wild dogs among ancient baobabs and the Great Ruaha River.
Duration: Full day
Game Viewing: 7–8 hrs
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tandala Safari Camp

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Day 5, RUAHA → MOROGORO
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Wilderness, Heritage & Mountain Scenery
Enjoy a final morning game drive before travelling towards Morogoro. Visit Kalenga Village to discover an important part of the region's history before relaxing beneath the Uluguru Mountains.
Duration: Full day | Approx. 7–9 hrs travel
Game Viewing: 2–3 hrs
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Nashera Hotel, Morogoro

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Day 6, MOROGORO → NYERERE NATIONAL PARK
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Into a River-Rich Wilderness
Travel towards Nyerere National Park, Tanzania's vast southern wilderness. After arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive through beautiful landscapes where elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos and other wildlife may be encountered.
Duration: Full day | Approx. 4–5 hrs travel
Game Viewing: 3–4 hrs
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Nyerere Tented Camp

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Day 7, NYERERE | GAME DRIVE & RUFiji RIVER BOAT SAFARI
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Wildlife from Land to Water
Enjoy a morning game drive before experiencing one of Southern Tanzania's signature adventures—a Rufiji River boat safari. Cruise among hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife while enjoying the peaceful river scenery and golden afternoon light.
Duration: Full day
Game Viewing: 3–4 hrs
Boat Safari: 2–3 hrs
Transport: Private 4×4 + Safari Boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Nyerere Tented Camp

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Day 8, NYERERE → DAR ES SALAAM
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A Beautiful Farewell
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam. Enjoy your final views of Southern Tanzania's countryside before your private transfer to the airport, hotel or preferred location.
Duration: Approx. 5–6 hrs
Game Viewing: Optional en-route viewing
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Includes & Excludes

Private safari in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Professional English-speaking driver-guide

Accommodation as specified

Drinking water during safari

Park entry fees applicable to the itinerary

Game drives according to the itinerary

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha

Government taxes and applicable tourism service charges

International flights

Travel and medical insurance

Tanzania visa

Tips for guide and safari staff

Tips and personal expenses

Personal shopping and souvenirs

Laundry and Optional activities

Additional accommodation before or after the safari

Alcoholic and soft drinks other than the provided drinking water

Any service not specifically listed under “What’s Included”

Tour Details
Date

Around the year

Destination

Tanzania

Duration

8 Day

Departure

Depends On Arrival

Return

Depends On Arrival

Group Size

2+ travellers min

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