Depart from Dar es Salaam on a scheduled light aircraft to western Tanzania.

Arrive in Katavi National Park and begin your first game drive en route to camp.

Expect sightings of elephants, giraffes, and buffalo soon after landing.

Explore Katavi’s seasonal floodplains, which attract large concentrations of wildlife.

Highlights include:

Massive buffalo herds

Lions hunting across open plains

Hippos clustered in shrinking pools

Crocodiles along riverbanks

The lack of vehicles allows for exclusive wildlife viewing experiences.

Travel further into remote sections of the park rarely visited even by safari camps.

Optional activities:

Walking safari (seasonal, with armed ranger)

Extended photography-focused drives

Tracking predators along river systems

This day maximizes chances of unique sightings and dramatic wildlife interactions.

Enjoy a flexible safari day based on your interests:

Early morning and late afternoon game drives

Focus on specific species (lion, buffalo, hippo)

Leisure time at camp overlooking the plains

This balance improves overall safari quality and comfort.

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Dar es Salaam.

Arrive in the afternoon.