The best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari in 2026, 2027 and 2028

The best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Dar es Salaam

Arrive at Dar es Salaam Airport, meet your guide, and transfer to your hotel for relaxation and safari briefing. Your best 8 days Southern Tanzania safari begins with a smooth introduction to Tanzania.Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Dar es Salaam

Day 2 – Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park

Drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 5–6 hours). Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, and lions. This is the first wildlife experience of your the best 8 days Southern Tanzania safari.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Mikumi

Day 3 – Full Day in Mikumi National Park

Enjoy a full day of game drives exploring the park’s landscapes and wildlife. Mikumi offers excellent visibility and a wide range of animals. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Mikumi

Day 4 – Mikumi to Ruaha National Park

Drive to Ruaha National Park and explore its remote wilderness on an afternoon game drive. This is one of the highlights of the best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Ruaha

Day 5 – Full Day in Ruaha National Park

Full-day safari spotting lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and wild dogs in one of Tanzania’s most untouched parks.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Ruaha

Day 6 – Ruaha to Nyerere National Park

Drive to Nyerere National Park. Optional afternoon game drive or relax at the lodge as your the best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari continues. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Nyerere

Day 7 – Full Day in Nyerere National Park

Enjoy a full-day safari with game drives and a boat safari along the Rufiji River, spotting elephants, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and birds. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Nyerere

Day 8 – Morning Game Drive & Return to Dar es Salaam

Optional morning game drive, then drive back to Dar es Salaam with scenic stops along the way. Your **The best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari** ends here. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Dar es SalaamThe best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari Includes Park entrance fees (Mikumi, Ruaha, Nyerere) Professional safari guide/driver 4x4 safari vehicle Accommodation in lodges or camps All meals as indicated Boat safari in Nyerere Bottled water during safari Transfers from/to Dar es SalaamThe best 8 Days Southern Tanzania Safari Excludes International flights Visa fees Travel insurance Personal expenses Tips for guide and staffWhy This Safari is Great Southern Tanzania Experience: Visit three diverse and less crowded parks Diverse Wildlife: Lions, leopards, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, zebras Scenic Landscapes: Savannah plains, remote wilderness, riverine habitats Unique Boat Safari: Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park Perfect for Wildlife Enthusiasts: Complete southern Tanzania experience