5 Days Nyerere National Park and Mikumi Safari

Private Tanzania safari

5 Days Nyerere National Park and Mikumi Safari

A considered journey through Tanzania, shaped around your dates, pace and travel style.

5 Days / 4 Nights Southern Tanzania Safari Nyerere National Park to Nyerere National Park

The essentials

A safari made for your pace.

Discover the river systems of Nyerere National Park, historically associated with the wider Selous ecosystem, and the open plains of Mikumi National Park on a five-day safari from Dar es Salaam.

The full journey

Everything, simply explained.

Explore the route, daily itinerary, pricing and practical travel information below.

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Overview
This is a strong short Southern Tanzania combination because the two parks offer different experiences. Nyerere provides woodland, floodplain and Rufiji River environments with opportunities for boat-based viewing, while Mikumi offers accessible savannah wildlife viewing around the Mkata floodplain.

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5 planned days

Day 1

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere

Destination: Nyerere / Selous
Drive from Dar es Salaam toward Nyerere. After check-in, take a late-afternoon Rufiji River boat safari where included and operational.

Tonight's accommodation Africa Safari Selous View accommodation details
Africa Safari Selous Africa Safari Selous
Day 2

Full-Day Nyerere Safari

Full-Day Nyerere Safari

Destination: Nyerere
Full-day game drive through Nyerere’s woodland, floodplain and riverine environments. Wildlife opportunities include elephant, buffalo, giraffe, lion, hyena and, with luck, African wild dog.

Tonight's accommodation Africa Safari Selous View accommodation details
Africa Safari Selous Africa Safari Selous
Day 3

Nyerere to Mikumi

Nyerere to Mikumi

Destinations: Nyerere, Mikumi
Overland transfer to Mikumi. This is primarily a travel day and arrival time depends on road and traffic conditions. If practical, add a short afternoon drive.

Tonight's accommodation Camp Bastian Mikumi View accommodation details
Camp Bastian Mikumi Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day 4

Full-Day Mikumi Safari

Full-Day Mikumi Safari

Destination: Mikumi
Explore Mikumi’s Mkata floodplain and surrounding habitats.

Tonight's accommodation Camp Bastian Mikumi View accommodation details
Camp Bastian Mikumi Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day 5

Mikumi to Dar es Salaam

Mikumi to Dar es Salaam

Destination: Mikumi
After breakfast, return to Dar es Salaam with an optional short morning wildlife drive if timing allows.

Tonight's stay: None

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Private safari · USD

Prices are planning guides per person and vary with season, availability, accommodation and group size. We confirm the exact quote in writing before you book.

Indicative private group pricing

Tailored to your dates
1 person $ 1,450
2 people $ 1,245
3 people $ 1,130
4 people $ 1,045
5 people $ 1,000
6 people $ 955
7 people $ 930
8 people $ 930
9 people $ 900
10 people $ 900
11 people $ 870
12 people $ 870
13 people $ 840
14 people $ 840
15 people $ 840

Price per person. International flights, visa costs and personal purchases are not included unless expressly listed in your confirmed quotation.

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What's included in this safari

The final inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation.

  • Price Disclaimer: From prices are indicative per-person rates based on selected travel assumptions and are not final quotations. Final cost depends on travel dates, number of guests, accommodation level, room configuration, park/conservation fees, domestic flights, seasonal supplements and availability.
  • Accommodation Disclaimer: Accommodation listed in a sample itinerary is planned or suggested accommodation. The final property is confirmed only after availability has been checked and booking requirements have been met. If a listed property is unavailable, Cheza Tour Company may propose a comparable alternative in a suitable location, subject to client approval and any price difference.
  • Wildlife Disclaimer: Wildlife sightings and natural events are never guaranteed. Animal movement depends on season, rainfall, habitat, daily conditions and natural behaviour. Great Migration river crossings, predator sightings and specific species should always be described as opportunities rather than promises.
  • Domestic Flight Disclaimer: Domestic flight times, routes and operating days are subject to airline schedules and may change. Some remote combinations require charter or schedule-specific services. Final routing is confirmed after travel dates are selected.
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Private or dedicated 4x4 safari vehicle where stated
  • Park and conservation fees stated in the final quotation
  • Accommodation specified in the confirmed itinerary
  • Meals according to the confirmed board basis
  • Domestic flights specifically listed as included
  • Airport/airstrip transfers specifically stated
  • Drinking water during applicable safari sectors
  • Government taxes and statutory charges stated in the quotation
What's not included

Anything not expressly listed in the final quotation remains your responsibility.

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa and immigration costs
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities unless specifically included
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Personal purchases and laundry unless specifically included
  • Vaccinations, medicines and medical costs
  • Changes requested after confirmation
  • Any service not clearly stated as included
Expert support before departure

Our team will confirm the daily flow, recommended packing, meeting arrangements and any practical details relevant to your specific travel dates.

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Tanzania safari packing inspiration

Practical travel preparation

Pack simply, travel comfortably

Your final packing guidance depends on season, route and accommodation. Begin with these essentials and we will share a tailored checklist before departure.

  • Neutral, light layers for game drives
  • A warm layer for early mornings
  • Sun protection and reusable water bottle
  • Binoculars, camera and spare batteries
  • Personal medication and travel documents
  • Comfortable closed walking shoes
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Plan your entry requirements

Visa requirements and entry conditions can change and depend on your citizenship and travel route. Select your citizenship to note it in your enquiry; we will help point you to the appropriate official guidance.

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