Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park – Boat Safari
Your Luxury Tanzania Safari Package begins with an early morning pick-up from Dar es Salaam and a scenic drive to Nyerere National Park. Along the way, enjoy packed lunch before arriving at your lodge. In the late afternoon, set off on a boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River. Glide past pods of hippos and spot crocodiles slipping beneath the water’s surface, while bird enthusiasts marvel at fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
Spend a full day exploring Nyerere National Park, a vast wilderness covering over 54,600 square kilometers. Known for its incredible biodiversity, the park offers sightings of elephants, wild dogs, lions, buffaloes, zebras, impalas, and greater kudu. With its untouched landscapes and fewer crowds, Selous ensures an exclusive safari experience. A picnic lunch will be served during the day’s adventures before returning to your lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge
Day 3: Nyerere National Park to Kilwa – Coastal Relaxation
After breakfast, drive south to the coastal town of Kilwa, once one of the most powerful trading centers of the Swahili Coast. Upon arrival, check into your beachfront lodge, where turquoise waters and soft sands await. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the beach, swimming, or exploring the shoreline. This combination of safari and coastal leisure makes this Luxury Tanzania Safari Package unique, offering both wildlife encounters and seaside serenity.
Accommodation: Kilwa Beach Lodge
Day 4: Full-Day Historical Excursions in Kilwa
Dedicate your day to exploring Kilwa’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Visit the ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites that once flourished as major Swahili-Arab trading hubs. Guided by local experts, discover the Great Mosque of Kilwa, ancient palaces, and crumbling coral-stone architecture that reveal the island’s fascinating past. Enjoy a boat ride, savor fresh seafood, and immerse yourself in Swahili culture before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Kilwa Beach Lodge
Day 5: Kilwa to Dar es Salaam – Departure
On the final day of your Luxury Tanzania Safari Package, enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean before departing for Dar es Salaam. Depending on your schedule, you may have time for a last beach stroll before your transfer. Arrive in Dar es Salaam in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable safari and cultural journey.
