8-Day Untamed Southern Circuit Safari
Experience the wild and unspoiled beauty of Tanzania’s Southern Circuit on this 8-day safari through Nyerere National Park, Mikumi National Park, and Ruaha National Park. Enjoy exciting game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional wildlife encounters, including elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and a rich variety of birdlife. This itinerary offers an authentic safari experience, combining comfortable accommodations with unforgettable adventures in some of Tanzania’s most pristine and less-crowded national parks.
Package Inclusions
• Airport transfers as per the itinerary.
• Accommodation as specified.
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
• Scheduled domestic flights between Dar es Salaam, Nyerere National Park, and Ruaha National Park (where applicable).
• Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide.
• All park entrance and conservation fees.
• Game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water during safari activities.
• Government taxes and VAT.
Package Exclusions
• International airfare.
• Tanzania visa fees.
• Travel and medical insurance.
• Optional activities such as boat safaris, walking safaris, or cultural tours unless stated.
• Alcoholic and premium beverages.
• Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, and tips.
• Gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff.
• Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, or circumstances beyond our control.
• Any items not specifically mentioned under the package inclusions.
Details
8-Day Untamed Southern Circuit Safari
Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport, you will be welcomed by Usari Safaris and Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after your journey or exploring the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam before your safari adventure begins. Overnight at
Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro (BB)
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📍 Dar es Salaam
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Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport, you will be welcomed by Usari Safaris and Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after your journey or exploring the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam before your safari adventure begins. Overnight at
Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro (BB)
Spend the day exploring Nyerere National Park on morning and afternoon game drives. The park's vast wilderness offers outstanding wildlife viewing and spectacular scenery. Optional activities such as a boat safari along the Rufiji River or a guided walking safari can be arranged depending on your lodge and schedule. After you will be transferred to your lodge for dinner and overnight at
Selous Kinga Lodge (BLD)
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📍 Nyerere National Park
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After breakfast, depart for Mikumi National Park by road, enjoying scenic views of southern Tanzania along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the open plains, where you may spot elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, and a variety of antelope. Check inn and unwind the day at
Vuma Hills Tented Camp (BLD)
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Enjoy a full day of game drives exploring Mikumi National Park. Often compared to the Serengeti because of its open grasslands, the park provides excellent opportunities to observe wildlife and birdlife throughout the day while surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of the southern circuit, after drive back to your camp for dinner and overnight at
Vuma Hills Tented Camp (BLD)
Following breakfast, travel to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania's largest elephant sanctuary and one of Africa's finest wilderness destinations. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive in search of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, kudu, sable antelope, and other wildlife, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight at
Ruaha River Lodge (BLD)
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📍 Ruaha National Park
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Spend a full day exploring the remarkable landscapes of Ruaha National Park. The park's rugged terrain, baobab-studded plains, and the Great Ruaha River create exceptional habitats for wildlife. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with excellent chances of encountering predators, elephants, and diverse bird species, later drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight at
Ruaha River Lodge (BLD)
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, connect with your international departure flight or continue with your onward travel, concluding your unforgettable Southern Circuit safari.
Meals: Breakfast
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Frequently Asked Questions
Planning your Tanzania safari? Here are answers to the questions we receive most often. If you need further assistance, our travel specialists are always happy to help.
Absolutely. Every Usari Safaris itinerary is tailor-made and can be customized to match your travel dates, interests, accommodation preferences, budget, and pace of travel. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, family holiday, luxury safari, or adventure expedition, we'll create an itinerary that perfectly suits your needs.
Most safari packages include accommodation, private transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle, professional English-speaking safari guide, park entrance fees (where specified), meals as indicated in the itinerary, and scheduled activities. Please refer to the specific itinerary for complete inclusions.
No. International and domestic flights are only included if specifically mentioned in the itinerary or quotation. We can assist you with flight recommendations and bookings upon request.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. The best time depends on your interests, whether it's witnessing the Great Migration, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoying a beach holiday in Zanzibar, or experiencing exceptional wildlife viewing during the dry season.
Yes. Combining a wildlife safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday is one of our most popular experiences. We can tailor a seamless itinerary that includes Tanzania's national parks and the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.
Most visitors require a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Our travel consultants will guide you through the visa application process before your departure.
We recommend packing lightweight clothing, a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, camera equipment, binoculars, insect repellent, and any personal medications.
We use specially designed 4×4 safari vehicles equipped with pop-up roofs for wildlife viewing, comfortable seating, charging ports, and driven by experienced professional safari guides to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.
Yes. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage, and evacuation to ensure peace of mind throughout your journey.
Simply click the Request Custom Quote button or contact us via WhatsApp with your preferred travel dates and requirements. One of our safari specialists will prepare a personalized itinerary and detailed quotation, guiding you through every step of the booking process.
