Southern Safari Circuit Itineraries: Tanzania is perhaps the most attractive of all our packages. This circuit epitomizes Tanzania in her most pristine form, off the beaten track, away from the crowds of tourists and the sound of other safari vehicles. Here you will find prolific wildlife unscathed by human interaction, where the night sky dazzles with millions of stars and a part of the continent which is untouched by time. Visit the impressive Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi, Udzungwa Mountains, and Ruaha National Parks via unforgettable Tanzania southern safari circuit packages. Genau Guides Ltd has put together intriguing itineraries for your consideration.
Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous After breakfast, drive by 4WD to Selous Game Reserve (approx 6 hours to Mtemere gate). Picnic lunch en route to the Selous Arrive late afternoon at Rufiji River Camp located on a high bank overlooking the mighty Rufiji River and floodplain beyond. Afternoon boating safari on the river with Africa’s highest concentration of hippos. Dinner and overnight at the Rufiji River Camp.
Day 2: Game Drives in the Selous After breakfast, a morning game drive in the Selous, Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary, with an area of 54.600 km. Lunch at Rufiji River Camp Afternoon game drive in the Selous with the world’s largest number of big game – elephant, buffalo, rhino, hippos, giraffes, and wildebeest. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.
Day 3: Walking/ Boating Safaris in Selous: After breakfast, go on a morning walking safari with intimate impressions of the rich wildlife in the African bush. Lunch at Rufiji River Camp. Afternoon boating safari in the Great Rufiji River. Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp.
Day 4: Selous Game Reserve – Mikumi National Park: After breakfast, a scenic drive through the Uluguru Mountains to Mikumi (approx 7 hours). Picnic lunch en route to Mikumi Late afternoon arrival. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp.
Day 5: Full Day tour – Mikumi N. Park: After breakfast, morning game drive in Mikumi Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp Afternoon game drive in Mikumi. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp.
Day 6: Mikumi N. Park – Dar es Salaam: After breakfast, a morning game drive in Mikumi National Park. Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp or Mikumi Wildlife Camp. Depart Mikumi for Dar es Salaam arriving in the evening. All Meals Included. End of trip.
Price Includes: All Park entry fees – All Park Camping fees Pick up from the Airport Boat & walking safari Transport 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof with driver cum guide Overnight at the Hotels/Lodge/Tented Camps/Campsites according to the program Chef/Meals as per the above itinerary Complimentary bottles of drinking water 1.5 litter per person per day during safari 1-night free Hotel accommodation on your arrival in Dar with a bed & breakfast Tents/Sleeping mats/Sleeping bags/Chairs/Table/Pillow.
Price not includes: International flights & Domestic flights Fees for passports, visas, immunizations, and insurance Tips for staff such as driver cum guides/chef/porter Expenses of personal nature (like souvenirs)