3-Day Fly-In Nyerere National Park Safari
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3-Day Fly-In Nyerere National Park Safari

Nyerere National Park, Tanzania3 daysUp to 6

About This Tour

Discover the wild beauty of Nyerere National Park on this 3-day fly-in safari from Dar es Salaam. Enjoy thrilling game drives, a guided walking safari, an authentic Maasai cultural experience, and a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River. Explore the park's diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. With two nights at Nyerere Tented Camp, this short safari offers the perfect combination of wildlife, culture, adventure, and relaxation in the heart of Tanzania's southern wilderness.

Day by day

The plan for all 3 days, as the operator who would run it wrote it. Your own version can be adjusted β€” this is a private trip, so the route, the pace and the lodges are yours to change.

  1. Day 1
    Fly from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park

    Nyerere Tented CampBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Fly from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park β€” day 1 of 3-Day Fly-In Nyerere National Park Safari
    Photo: Erasmus Kamugisha, CC BY-SA 4.0

    Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to the lodge for breakfast before heading out to explore the magnificent wilderness of Nyerere National Park.

    Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park, which is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Around midday, you will stop at a scenic location for a delicious bush lunch, surrounded by the beautiful African wilderness.

    After lunch, continue your game drive, exploring different areas of the park in search of more wildlife and unforgettable photographic opportunities. As the afternoon draws to a close, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay at Nyerere Tented Camp.

  2. Day 2
    Walking Safari β†’ Bush Breakfast β†’ Maasai Cultural Experience β†’ Boat Safari

    Nyerere Tented CampBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Walking Safari β†’ Bush Breakfast β†’ Maasai Cultural Experience β†’ Boat Safari β€” day 2 of 3-Day Fly-In Nyerere National Park Safari

    Wake up early for an exciting guided walking safari, offering a unique opportunity to experience the African wilderness on foot. Accompanied by an experienced armed ranger, you will discover the smaller details of the ecosystem, learn about animal tracks, plants, birds, and wildlife behavior while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the bush.

    After your walking adventure, enjoy a memorable bush breakfast in the heart of nature. Later, you will visit a traditional Maasai community to experience their fascinating culture, traditions, lifestyle, and customs. This cultural encounter offers a wonderful opportunity to learn more about one of Tanzania's most recognized communities.

    Return to the camp for lunch and some relaxing time during the afternoon. Later in the evening, head out for an unforgettable boat safari along the Rufiji River. Enjoy the beautiful river scenery while spotting hippos, crocodiles, elephants along the riverbanks, and a variety of waterbirds. The boat safari provides a completely different perspective of Nyerere's incredible wildlife.

    After this wonderful experience, return to the camp for dinner and your overnight stay.

  3. Day 3
    Nyerere National Park β†’ Flight Back to Dar es Salaam

    Breakfast
    Nyerere National Park β†’ Flight Back to Dar es Salaam β€” day 3 of 3-Day Fly-In Nyerere National Park Safari

    Enjoy a relaxed morning at the camp and a delicious breakfast while taking in the peaceful surroundings of the African wilderness. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip in time for your scheduled flight back to Dar es Salaam.

    As your aircraft takes off, enjoy the final aerial views of the beautiful landscapes of Nyerere National Park, bringing your memorable three-day safari adventure to a close.

What's included

  • Domestic Flight
  • Airport transfers
  • Private 4x4 safari
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Park entry fees
  • All scheduled game drives and activities
  • Picnic lunch during game drives
  • Drinking water during the safari

Not included

  • International flight
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

When can you go?

Whenever suits you. This trip runs privately for your party alone, so there is no departure date to fit into β€” pick a month in the form and we'll check it with the operator and come back with an itinerary and a price.

How you'll pay

Only once you've accepted a quote β€” never to ask for one.

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Get a price for this trip

A safari is priced per vehicle, not per head, so the cost depends on when you travel and how many of you there are. Tell us both and we'll send a real price within 24 hours.

Any month β€” this trip is private, so we build it around you.

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Up to 6 on this 3-day trip. The more of you, the less each person pays.

Free and no obligation. Nothing is charged until you've seen the itinerary and the price and said yes.