5 Days – Nyerere (Selous) & Mikumi National Park Safari – Boat, Walking, and Wildlife Adventure in Tanzania

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Dar es Salaam at 07:30 am. From there, travel approximately 220 km to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), enjoying the scenic landscapes of southern Tanzania along the way. Upon arrival, you will check in at Mloka Safari Lodge and have lunch before a short rest.

In the late afternoon, embark on a boat safari on the mighty Rufiji River. Watch hippos, crocodiles, elephants, waterbucks, and various bird species as they come to the river to drink. This is an ideal opportunity for photography and to enjoy the African sunset from the river. After the safari, return to Mloka Safari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park. Explore the park’s diverse habitats, from wetlands to open savannahs, spotting wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, zebras, impalas, and waterbucks. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy the rich variety of species present along the way.

Midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park with scenic views. In the afternoon, continue your game drive across different areas to maximize wildlife sightings. Return to Mloka Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Begin your day with a walking safari guided by bushmen, giving you a closer look at the flora, fauna, and birdlife of Nyerere National Park. After returning to the lodge for breakfast, depart for Mikumi National Park, passing through Morogoro town along the way. Enjoy lunch en route before arriving at Camp Bastian Mikumi in the evening. After check-in, relax and enjoy dinner at the lodge.

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park, exploring its open savannahs, acacia forests, and the famous Mkata floodplain, also known as “Little Serengeti.” Spot large herds of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. This area is particularly spectacular for photography due to its vast open plains and abundant wildlife.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park surrounded by wildlife and continue the game drive in the afternoon. Return to Camp Bastian Mikumi by late afternoon to relax, swim, and enjoy dinner before overnight stay.

Start the day with a visit to a nearby Maasai village. Learn about their traditional lifestyle, culture, dances, and handicrafts, guided by a village elder. This immersive cultural experience provides insight into the history and daily life of the Maasai people.

After returning to the lodge for breakfast, depart for Dar es Salaam, stopping for lunch along the way. Arrive at your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal in the afternoon, marking the end of your 5-day Nyerere and Mikumi Safari adventure.