3-Day Adventure Safari to Nyerere NP from Dar Es Salaam
Overview
Tour Overview
Tanzania Safari: This 3-day safari from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park offers adventure, wildlife, and culture. Enjoy a scenic drive to the park, followed by a
Day by Day
Itinerary
Transfer to Nyerere NP & Sunset Boat Safari
Day 1Transfer to Nyerere NP & Sunset Boat Safari Transfer to Nyerere NP & Sunset Boat Safari Your safari begins with an 8:00 am pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Dar es Salaam. You’ll enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside as you head toward Nyerere National Park, arriving around midday. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch followed by some time to relax and freshen up. In the late afternoon, embark on a beautiful sunset boat safari along the Great Rufiji River, where you’ll have the chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species while enjoying the stunning colors of the African sunset. After the boat safari, you’ll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness. Main Destination: Nyerere National Park Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing) High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Nyerere NP ElephantCommon GiraffeAbundant BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoAbundant Show more HyenaCommon LionOccasional Wild DogOccasional LeopardRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Full-Day Game Drive
Day 2Full-Day Game Drive Full-Day Game Drive After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge at 7:00 am to begin a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park. The day will be spent exploring the park’s diverse habitats, from open savannahs to dense woodlands and riverine areas along the Rufiji River. You’ll have the opportunity to see a wide range of wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, and possibly the rare African wild dogs. Around midday, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by nature and the sounds of the wild. After lunch, continue your adventure as you explore different parts of the park, capturing more memorable moments and sightings. In the late afternoon, you’ll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Nyerere National Park Accommodation: Selous Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Maasai Visit and drive back to Dar es salaam
Day 3Maasai Visit and drive back to Dar es salaam Maasai Visit and drive back to Dar es salaam After breakfast, you’ll pack your bags and check out from the lodge to begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam. On the way, you’ll make a stop at a traditional Maasai village where you’ll spend time learning about the Maasai people’s fascinating culture, customs, and way of life. Enjoy their traditional dances, visit their homesteads, and gain insight into their daily routines and rich heritage. After this cultural experience, you’ll continue your scenic drive through the Tanzanian countryside toward Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, you’ll be dropped off at your preferred location your hotel, the airport, or the ferry terminal marking the end of your unforgettable Nyerere National Park safari. Main Destination: Nyerere National Park Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation cannot be arranged by this operator. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request w
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- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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We had the most amazing time from the moment Francis collected us in Dar es Salaam. He was a brilliant driver in the chaotic Tanzanian traffic and his knowledge of the parks and the animals and birds was excellent. We had incredible...
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