itinerary

Southern Tanzania

location

Nyerere & Ruaha

duration

7 nights from £4,854 per person

This 7-night itinerary has you exploring Tanzania's wilder, more remote southern parks, where you can do boat trips, walking safaris and even go fly camping. Enjoy 3-nights at Kigelia in Ruaha for some time in the beautiful wild and 4-nights at the renowned Sand Rivers in Nyerere for water-based activities and more.

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This particular combo jumps on a tactical offer, meaning a 20% saving on all 6-nights of accommodation.

Highlights

Vast Wilderness: wildlife sanctuaries offering expansive, unspoiled landscapes.
Diverse Wildlife: Both parks are home to a wide array of animals, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and hippos.
Boat Safaris: Unique safari experiences along the Rufiji River.
Walking Safaris: Guided walks through the bush, allowing for a more intimate encounter with nature.
Exclusive Lodges: Both parks offer luxurious and remote lodges and camps for an immersive and secluded experience.
Rich History of Nyerere: the parks have significant cultural and historical relevance.
Big Cats: Regular sightings of lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Birdwatching Paradise in Ruaha: Over 570 species of birds, making it a haven for bird enthusiasts.
Diverse Ecosystems: Dramatic scenery with rocky escarpments, forests and expansive plains.

Less Crowded: Comparatively fewer tourists, offering a more exclusive and tranquil safari experience.

Itinerary

Arrive

Dar es Salaam

Day

Kigelia Ruaha

Ruaha

Tanzania

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Kigelia is an understated, authentic tented bush camp found in the beating heart of Ruaha National Park, one of the few true African wildernesses. This intimate tented camp blends beautifully into the landscape, offering a true sense of seclusion and a front-row seat to some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife viewing.

Day

Sand Rivers

Selous

Tanzania

Sand Rivers is a stylish camp, offering breathtaking views across the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park. Set amongst an intricate network of sand river channels and with wildlife in abundance, enjoy your days exploring the wilderness by vehicle, boat or on foot.

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Depart

Dar es Salaam

What you'll see

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When to go

Temp

30°C

Rain

75mm

January marks the start of the 'short dry season' in Tanzania, although the timings can be unpredictable. This is a greener, warmer time of year to be on safari with higher temperatures and less rain. The migrating herds can be found in southern Serengeti for calving season and it is a great time to visit Zanzibar.

Temp

32°C

Rain

55mm

February is one of the optimal months for trekking Kilimanjaro, going on safari and visiting Zanzibar. February sees temperatures peak on Zanzibar and the Great Migration is still on the Ndutu Plains in the Serengeti.

Temp

29°C

Rain

142mm

The Great Migration starts heading north, and temperatures are still high. As the month progresses, there is a higher chance of rain as Tanzania enters the long wet season.

Temp

27°C

Rain

254mm

Heavy rain. Traveling during this period is not advised.

Temp

26°C

Rain

199mm

The rains calm as the month progresses. A good time for low season rates.

Temp

25°C

Rain

45mm

The dry season begins, the tracks dry up and The Great Migration can be found crossing the Grumeti River.

Temp

25°C

Rain

27mm

Perfect safari conditions with long sunny days and little to no rain. The Great Migration moves north to the Mara River.

Temp

27°C

Rain

20mm

Optimal safari conditions with long sunny days and little to no rain. The Great Migration moves further north and the big Mara River crossings are in full flow.

Temp

28°C

Rain

19mm

It starts to get warmer as The Great Migration splits between Kenya and Tanzania.

Temp

29°C

Rain

67mm

The Great Migration starts to aim south into a hotter, drier, yellow-grassed Serengeti.

Temp

30°C

Rain

120mm

An unpredictable period labelled 'the short rains' where you can expect rain and good weather rolled into one with great savings to be had up until the Christmas period. Any rain tends to be light and passing with good sunny intervals.

Temp

31°C

Rain

109mm

Rain and good weather all rolled into one, with the weather generally improving as December goes on into the Christmas period—this period is Tanzania's peak season and needs to be booked well in advance. The Great Migration is largely in the central and eastern Serengeti, moving south.