5-Day Southern Serenade - Premium Fly-In/Fly-Out Safari

Fly from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park, where your private safari guide awaits. After arrival and lunch, begin your first afternoon game drive through one of Tanzania’s great wilderness areas. Explore savannah and riverine habitats while searching for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos and predators. The afternoon light provides excellent photographic opportunities before a relaxing sundowner. Return to camp for dinner and your first night beside the Rufiji wilderness.

Accommodation

Serena Mivumo River Lodge Lodge Luxury

Inside Park Nyerere (selous) National Park

+4 +3

Begin with an early morning game drive through Nyerere, taking advantage of the cooler temperatures and increased wildlife activity. Return to the lodge for breakfast before heading onto the Rufiji River for a scenic boat safari. Cruise quietly along the waterways and look for hippos, crocodiles and numerous bird species. After lunch, enjoy time at the lodge or participate in an optional guided walking safari, depending on age, availability and park regulations. End the day with dinner and a peaceful evening beside the river.

Accommodation

Serena Mivumo River Lodge Lodge Luxury

Inside Park Nyerere (selous) National Park

+4 +3

Enjoy breakfast followed by a final morning game drive in Nyerere before transferring to the airstrip. Take a scheduled domestic bush flight towards Ruaha, one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wilderness destinations. Upon arrival, transfer to Jabali Ridge and enjoy lunch before settling into your luxurious accommodation. Later, head out for your first afternoon game drive through Ruaha’s baobab-studded landscapes and river valleys. Search for elephants, lions, buffaloes and African wild dogs before returning for dinner.

Accommodation

Jabali Ridge Lodge Luxury

Inside Park Ruaha National Park

+7 +6

Spend an unforgettable full day exploring Ruaha National Park with your private vehicle and experienced guide. Begin with an early game drive and enjoy breakfast in the bush before continuing through the park’s diverse habitats. Search for large elephant herds, lions, leopards, buffaloes and African wild dogs. After a picnic lunch, explore further along the river valleys and plains. Guests seeking a more intimate wilderness experience may enjoy an optional guided walking safari. Finish with a spectacular sundowner.

Accommodation

Jabali Ridge Lodge Luxury

Inside Park Ruaha National Park

+7 +6

Enjoy your final sunrise game drive through Ruaha before returning to Jabali Ridge for breakfast. Take advantage of the last opportunity to photograph elephants, predators and the dramatic Ruaha landscape. After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar. As the aircraft leaves the Southern Circuit behind, conclude your journey with memories of the Rufiji River, remote wilderness, extraordinary wildlife and the refined comfort of two luxury safari properties.