5-Day Flying Safari Dar Es Salaam to Ruaha NP Then Zanzibar

5-Day Flying Safari Dar Es Salaam to Ruaha NP Then Zanzibar

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From $1,950 per person
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Tour Overview

What Makes This Safari Stand Out

This itinerary combines the wild, untouched landscapes of Ruaha National Park — Tanzania's largest and one of its least-visited parks. Guests fly from Dar es Salaam to Iringa and transfer to a lodge on the edge of Ruaha, where three full days are spent on game drives tracking large predator populations, elephant herds, and rare species like the greater and lesser kudu, alongside exceptional birdlife. The safari portion closes with a flight from Ruaha to Zanzibar.
  • Duration5 Days
  • Tour StartDar Es Salaam
  • Tour EndZanzibar
  • Transport4x4 Safari Vehicle
  • Travel StylePrivate
  • Tour ComfortMid-Range

Where You'll Go

Safari Route Map

An approximate route through this itinerary's destinations, day by day.

Experience Types

Included Safari Activities

Pricing

Group Size & Age Pricing

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Group Size Adult (per person) Child (per person)
1 Person $3,500 N/A (solo)
2 People $1,950 $1,425
3 People $1,900 $1,425
4 People $1,850 $1,425
5 People $1,825 $1,425
6+ People $1,800 $1,425
Age Policy: Adult: 14+ years Child: 5-13 years Free Child: 0-4 years

Day By Day

5 Day Itinerary

Day 1 Fly from Dar Es Salaam to Iringa - Transfer to Ruaha Main Destination: Ruaha National Park

Your safari begins with a flight from Dar es Salaam to Iringa. Upon arrival, you will be met by your safari driver and transferred to Ruaha Hilltop Lodge, located near Ruaha National Park. Enjoy the scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of southern Tanzania before settling into your accommodation.

Accommodation
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals Dinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 2 Full-Day Game Drive At Ruaha National Park Main Destination: Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive in Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and one of the country’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, including the Great Ruaha River, open plains, baobab-studded areas, and woodland habitats.

Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Then in evening will get back lodge for the dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 3 Full-Day Game Drive At Ruaha National Park Main Destination: Ruaha National Park

Today, enjoy another full day of wildlife exploration in Ruaha National Park. Your experienced guide will take you to different areas of the park, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.

Ruaha is particularly famous for its large elephant populations and impressive predator sightings. Continue exploring throughout the day before returning to the lodge in the evening.

Accommodation
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 4 Full-Day Game Drive At Ruaha National Park Main Destination: Ruaha National Park

Enjoy your final full day of safari in Ruaha. After breakfast, head into the park for another exciting full-day game drive. Explore new areas and make the most of your final opportunity to encounter Ruaha’s incredible wildlife.

A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the park, followed by further game viewing in the afternoon before returning to your lodge.

Accommodation
Ruaha Hilltop Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 5 Fly Ruaha National Park To Zanzibar Main Destination: Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight from Ruaha National Park to Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, your safari adventure comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Ruaha National Park and the wildlife of southern Tanzania.

Accommodation No overnight accommodation for this day.
Meals BreakfastLunch Drinks Bottle Water

What Is Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included
Park Fees
Domestic Flights
All Shown Activities
Meals & Drinks As Specified Day By Day
Accommodation During Safari
Professional Guide/Driver
All Listed Transport
All Taxes/VAT
Hotel Transfers
Not included
International Flights
Accommodation Before/After Safari
Staff Tips
Personal Expenses (Travel Insurance, Visa Fees Etc.)
Government Tax/Fee Increases
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