3 Days Safari from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
Experience one of Zanzibar’s most captivating short safari adventures with our 3-Day Nyerere National Park Safari. This tour combines scenic flights from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam with a short road transfer to the less crowded southern circuit of Tanzania, offering an authentic African wilderness experience.
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Unlike typical Serengeti or Ngorongoro safaris, this adventure includes walking safaris, boat safaris on the Rufiji River, and game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle, providing a varied and immersive wildlife encounter. Enjoy comfortable stays at Selous Tented Camp, Selous Mapumziko Lodge, or other mid-range and luxury accommodations, right on the banks of the Rufiji River.
​​​​​​​​​🧳 Perfect For
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Travelers in Zanzibar seeking a short, memorable safari
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Wildlife photographers capturing rare African species
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Families wanting a hands-on, educational safari experience
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Couples looking for a private and scenic wildlife escape
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📅 When to Go?
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June – October: Dry season, peak wildlife activity
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January – March: Calving season, exceptional predator action
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November – December: Green season, fewer crowds, lush scenery
What Makes This Safari Special?
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Short and convenient safari from Zanzibar
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Boat safari on the Rufiji River with wildlife spotting
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Walking safari guided by a trained ranger
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Less crowded and off-the-beaten-path safari experience
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Stay at riverfront lodges and camps in the wilderness
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Perfect for photographers, families, and adventure travelers
Quick Itinerary Snapshot
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Day 1: Zanzibar → Nyerere National Park
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Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
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Day 3: Walking Safari → Return to Zanzibar
Detailed Itinerary
Fly from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam in the morning. Upon arrival, your safari guide will meet you at the airport. Drive to Nyerere National Park, arriving around noon for a short game drive.
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In the late afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, African fish eagles, kingfishers, and black-and-white colobus monkeys. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
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Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge (Mid-range)
Day 1
Zanzibar → Nyerere National Park
ACCOMODATIONS
Mloka Safari Lodge
Day 2
Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, embark on a full-day 4×4 game drive exploring Africa’s largest protected wilderness. Encounter elephants, lions, leopards, African wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a diverse range of birds.
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Nyerere National Park, formerly Selous Game Reserve, spans over the size of Switzerland and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its landscapes include savannah forests, undulating plains, and riverine ecosystems. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge (Mid-range)
ACCOMODATIONS
Mloka Safari Lodge
Day 3
Walking Safari → Return to Zanzibar
​Start with a guided walking safari, led by a trained ranger, for a close-up wildlife encounter. Afterward, drive back to Dar es Salaam and catch your flight to Zanzibar, completing your unforgettable safari experience.
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Domestic flight from Zanzibar → Dar es Salaam
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Airport transfers in Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam
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All park entry fees and conservation fees
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Full-day 4×4 game drives and walking safari
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Boat safari on the Rufiji River
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Accommodation (mid-range or luxury) for 2 nights
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Professional driver/guide
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All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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All local transportation within the safari
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Government taxes and VAT
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
