12-Day Ultimate Southern Tanzania Safari Adventure
Embark on an exclusive 12-Day Ultimate Southern Tanzania Safari Adventure, meticulously crafted for an unforgettable experience. Starting October 10, 2025, this thrilling journey explores Africa’s most beautiful and unique destinations, with hand-selected accommodations for an amazing safari.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, receive VIP treatment with airport formalities handled and a personal greeting from your private guide. Transfer comfortably to the luxurious Gran Meliá Arusha. Settle in, enjoy a refreshing drink, and unwind by the pool or with a spa treatment, savoring views of Mount Meru.
Day 2: Katavi National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for a bush plane flight to Katavi National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer you to Chada Katavi Camp. Embark on your first guided game drive in Katavi National Park, followed by a classic sundowner experience as the sun sets.
Day 3: Katavi National Park
Immerse yourself further in Katavi National Park with a guided game drive in the morning. Later, embark on an exhilarating walking safari led by an experienced guide, getting closer to nature and its subtle details. The evening concludes with a thrilling fly camping experience under the stars.
Day 4: Katavi National Park
Enjoy a guided game drive to explore Katavi's wilderness, spotting lions, buffalo herds, and hippos. In the afternoon, visit the Katuma River for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Conclude the day with a special photography session, capturing the park's beauty during the golden hour.
Day 5: Ruaha National Park
Begin the morning with a scenic flight from Katavi to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you to Jabali Ridge, driving through dense bushland with opportunities for wildlife sightings. Settle into the lodge, enjoy magnificent views, and experience a classic sundowner as the African sun sets.
Day 6: Ruaha National Park
Rise before dawn for a magical hot-air balloon safari over Ruaha National Park, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Afterwards, embark on an exhilarating guided game drive across Ruaha’s diverse habitats, tracking iconic wildlife like lions, leopards, and elephants.
Day 7: Ruaha National Park
Start the morning with an early walking safari, accompanied by an expert guide and armed ranger, to intimately experience the African bush. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon of relaxation and leisure at Jabali Ridge. In the evening, set off on a night game drive to witness Ruaha's nocturnal world.
Day 8: Ruaha National Park
Enjoy a unique Bush Breakfast in the heart of the wilderness. After breakfast, head out for a thrilling game drive, exploring deeper into the park in search of elephants, lions, and perhaps a rare leopard.
Day 9: Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scenic flight to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you to Sand Rivers by Nomad. In the afternoon, embark on a relaxed boat safari along the Rufiji River, observing hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
Day 10: Nyerere National Park
Set out for an exciting morning game drive through Nyerere National Park, searching for elephants, lions, and African wild dogs. In the afternoon, embark on a guided walking safari with an armed guide and local tracker, exploring the bush intimately.
Day 11: Nyerere National Park
Rise early for a morning of fishing on the Rufiji River with an experienced guide. After breakfast, embark on another game drive through Nyerere National Park. Conclude the day with a magical bush dinner under the stars in a secluded location.
Day 12: Arusha
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scenic flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival, transfer to Gran Meliá Arusha for freshening up and lunch. If time allows, enjoy last-minute souvenir shopping or a guided tour of Arusha town. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight home.
Included
- All accommodations
- All transport by road
- Drinking water (On all days)
- Government imposed travel insurance