7-Day Southern Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar (Nyerere & Mikumi Adventure)
Quick Adventure
This safari is designed for travelers already staying in Zanzibar who want to experience Tanzania’s wildlife without traveling to the Northern Circuit.
The itinerary combines the scenic landscapes of Mikumi National Park with the remote wilderness of Nyerere National Park.
Enjoy classic game drives, a boat safari along the Rufiji River, and optional walking safari experiences before returning to Zanzibar for departure or beach relaxation.
This is one of the best safari options for Zanzibar visitors seeking:
Short fly-in safari access
Fewer crowds
Diverse safari activities
Midrange or luxury bush experiences
Accommodation Note
This tour is priced using Mid Range accommodations. Budgert and mid-range options are available on request. Similar lodges or camps may be used depending on availability.
Vuma Hills Tented Camp
Luxury
Luxury
Activities and Transportation
Game Drives – Guided wildlife viewing in national parks and reserves.
Walking Safaris – Explore nature on foot with an armed ranger.
Boat Safaris – Water-based wildlife viewing on rivers and lakes.
Birdwatching Tours – Specialist birding excursions for enthusiasts.
Photographic Safaris – Designed for photographers with extra time at sightings.
Beach Extensions – Add Zanzibar, Mafia or Pemba for snorkeling and relaxation.
4×4 Safari Vehicle – Custom Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and window seats.
Domestic Flights – Fly-in to the parks .
Getting around: pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Day By Day
Day 1
Fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your domestic flight to Mikumi National Park.
Upon arrival, begin your first game drive across the open plains of Mikumi, often compared to the Serengeti because of its wide savannah landscapes.
Wildlife commonly seen includes elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest, and lions.
Enjoy sunset views before arriving at your safari lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Mikumi National Park
Vuma Hills Tented Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Lunch and Dinner
Day 2
Full-Day Safari in Mikumi
Exploring the Wildlife of Mikumi National Park
Spend a full day exploring Mikumi National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.
The park is home to a variety of wildlife species and offers excellent opportunities for photography and birdwatching.
Your guide will search for predators including lions and hyenas while also exploring hippo pools and acacia woodlands.
Full-Day Safari in Mikumi
Vuma Hills Tented Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast Lunch and Dinner
Day 3
Transfer to Nyerere National Park
Journey to Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, drive toward Nyerere National Park, one of Africa’s largest protected wildlife areas.
The journey passes through rural landscapes, villages, and scenic bush environments before arriving in the Rufiji River ecosystem.
Enjoy evening relaxation at your safari camp surrounded by wilderness.
Transfer to Nyerere National Park
Rufiji River Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 4
Boat Safari on the Rufiji River
Boat Safari Experience in Nyerere
Today enjoy a boat safari along the Rufiji River, one of the most unique safari activities in Tanzania.
Boat safaris provide close encounters with:
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Elephants along riverbanks
- Birdlife and aquatic ecosystems
The river scenery and sunset atmosphere create exceptional photography opportunities.
Learn more here:
Boat Safari Tanzania
Boat Safari on the Rufiji River
Rufiji River Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Day 5
Full-Day Game Drive & Walking Safari
Walking Safari & Wildlife Exploration
Spend the day exploring Nyerere National Park with extended game drives and optional walking safari activities.
Walking safaris allow you to experience the African bush on foot with an armed ranger while learning about animal tracks, plants, and smaller wildlife species.
Nyerere is also one of the best places in Tanzania to see African wild dogs.
Learn more:
Walking Safari Tanzania
Full-Day Game Drive & Walking Safari
Rufiji River Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6
Leisure Safari Experience
Relaxed Safari Day in the Wilderness
Enjoy a flexible safari day with optional morning game drives, photography sessions, or relaxation at camp.
Many safari lodges in Nyerere overlook rivers or floodplains where wildlife can often be viewed directly from camp.
This slower pace provides a more immersive Southern Tanzania safari experience.
Rufiji River Camp
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast ,Lunch and Dinner
Day 7
Return Flight to Zanzibar
Flight Back to Zanzibar
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival, continue with your beach holiday or connect with your international departure flight.
Return Flight to Zanzibar
Breakfast.
Included
- Domestic flights (Zanzibar–Mikumi / Nyerere–Zanzibar)
- Park & conservation fees
- Safari vehicle & professional guide
- Boat Safari
- Walking Safari
- Airport transfers in Zanzibar
- Drinking water during game drives
Excluded
- International flights & visas
- Tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Getting There
This safari starts and ends in Zanzibar.
Travelers already staying in Zanzibar can easily connect to Southern Tanzania through scheduled domestic flights.
Flights operate between Zanzibar and safari airstrips near Mikumi National Park and Nyerere National Park.
This itinerary is ideal as a safari add-on to an existing Zanzibar beach holiday.
7-Day Southern Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar (Nyerere & Mikumi Adventure)
