This is a perfect safari combination to visit the southern and western national parks in Tanzania. You will Visit Gombe, Katavi, Ruaha and Mikumi National Parks. Apart from visiting these parks, you will also visit major places such as Kigoma, Mbeya, Iringa and Sumbawanga.
Upon arrival at Dar Airport, you will be picked up by your personal driver guide who will take you straight to your accommodation for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Meal plan: Breakfast only
Accommodation: Sea Cliff Hotel
Transfer to Dar es Salaam Airport for a flight to Kigoma with Air Tanzania. Upon arrival, your driver-guide will meet you for a historical tour, including Ujiji Town and the Livingstone Memorial. Dinner and overnight at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Early breakfast, then transfer to Kiberizi for a dhow boat to Gombe Stream National Park. Enjoy chimpanzee trekking, snorkeling, and other leisure activities. Dinner and overnight at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Sunrise breakfast, half-day guided chimpanzee expedition, leisure time on the beach, then dhow boat transfer back to Kigoma. Dinner and overnight at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Early breakfast, drive to Katavi National Park via Uvinza. Dinner and overnight at Katavi Wildlife Camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Katavi Wildlife Camp
Full-day game drives in Katavi, renowned for its dry-season wildlife sightings. Dinner and overnight at Katavi Wildlife Camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Katavi Wildlife Camp
Early breakfast, drive to Sumbawanga. Dinner and overnight at Country Hotel Sumbawanga.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Country Hotel Sumbawanga
After enjoying a nutritious breakfast at the hotel, you'll embark on a scenic drive to Mbeya, where you'll check in at the serene Utengule Coffee Lodge. Nestled amidst the majestic Mbeya range in Southern Tanzania, this lodge offers a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views across the East African Rift Valley. During your stay, you'll have the opportunity to visit the renowned Mbozi Meteorite site, located in the Mbozi district of Tanzania. This remarkable meteorite measures about 3 meters in length, 1 meter in height, and weighs approximately 16 metric tons, earning its place among the world's top 10 largest meteorites. Believed to have fallen long ago, it only came to the attention of outsiders in the 1930s, devoid of any crater. After this fascinating excursion, you'll return to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Utengule Coffee Lodge
Drive to Lake Ngosi for activities and exploration. Dinner and overnight at Utengule Coffee Lodge.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Utengule Coffee Lodge
Drive to Iringa, Dinner and overnight at Iringa Sunset Hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Iringa Sunset Hotel
After a healthy breakfast at the hotel, you will drive straight to Ruaha National Park.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Asanja Ruaha
Ruaha National Park is the third largest national park in Tanzania. It lies along the Great Ruaha River, is known for its large elephant population, and is a true paradise for birdwatchers with over 570 species. Besides, you might catch a glimpse of lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, elands, sable antelopes, jackals, or the rare African wild dog. Game drives are special, as you drive through an untouched ecosystem in this relatively quiet but stunning park.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Asanja Ruaha
After breakfast, drive with lunch box to Mikumi. Late afternoon game drive. Overnight at Camp Bastian on FB Basis (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian
After breakfast, continue with your game drive in Mikumi. Mid-morning and afternoon program: Embark on an exciting game drive within Mikumi National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife. You can spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and various antelope species, among other animals. Enjoy a packed lunch in the park's scenic surroundings, depending on your safari package.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian
After breakfast you will leave the camp and begin the drive back to Dar. Enjoy the ride arriving in Dar for dinner and overnight.
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