β³ 3 Nights / 4 Days | π Game Drives β’ πΆ Walking Safari β’ πΏ Diverse Ecosystems
π Tour Reference: SM-03N
β¨ Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania's southern safari circuit with this 4-day adventure combining Mikumi National Park and the vast Selous Game Reserve. Discover Mikumi's high game density in a compact area before venturing into Selous, Africa's largest protected wildlife reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour offers thrilling game drives, walking safaris with armed guides, and diverse landscapes from savannah woodlands to the Rufiji River ecosystem. π¦π
π Itinerary at a Glance
π Day 1: Dar to Mikumi National Park
π’ 07:30 AM: Pick up from your hotel or Dar Es Salaam Airport
π Drive to Mikumi National Park (6-7 hours)
π Nestled between Uruguru Mountains and Rift Valley Escarpments
π¦ Enjoy afternoon game drives in this high-density wildlife area
π½οΈ Dinner and overnight at Mikumi lodge
πΏ Day 2: Mikumi to Selous Game Reserve
π After breakfast, travel to Selous Game Reserve
ποΈ Africa's largest protected wildlife reserve (larger than Switzerland)
π³ Diverse landscapes: savannah woodlands, plains, rocky outcrops
πΆ Walking safari with armed ranger or Maasai guide
π½οΈ Dinner and overnight at Selous lodge
π¦ Day 3: Full Day in Selous
π Full day of game drives exploring diverse wildlife
πΆ Continue walking safari adventures
π Explore the Rufiji River ecosystem
π½οΈ Dinner and overnight at Selous lodge
π Day 4: Selous to Dar Es Salaam
π Early morning game drive in Selous
π³ Late breakfast at the lodge
π Return to Dar Es Salaam (arrive late afternoon/evening)
π End of tour services
π Included Highlights
π¨ 3 nights lodge accommodation
π½οΈ All meals during the safari
π All game drives in 4x4 safari vehicles
πΆ Walking safaris with armed guides
ποΈ All park fees and conservation fees
π All transfers and transportation
β Not Included
βοΈ International flights
π¨ Accommodation in Dar Es Salaam
π» Alcoholic beverages
π΅ Tips for guides and staff
π Travel insurance
ποΈ Personal expenses
βΉοΈ Travel Note
The drive from Dar Es Salaam to Mikumi or Selous takes at least 6 hours one way. For a same-day return trip, expect 12 hours on the road. If you have limited time, consider starting your trip at 4:00 AM to reach Mikumi by 10:00 AM. You may also join group tours to reduce costs β check with your operator for available options.