8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha

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8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha

8 Days / 7 Nights · Southern Tanzania's Best

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8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha
8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha
8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha
8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha
8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha
8-Day River & Wilderness Safari: Nyerere & Ruaha

Overview

Experience the best of Southern Tanzania with this 8-day safari combining Nyerere National Park (Selous) and Ruaha National Park. Start with boat safaris and walking adventures on the Rufiji River, then immerse yourself in Ruaha's dramatic wilderness with full-day drives among baobabs, sand rivers and big predator country.

River & Wilderness
8
Days / 7 Nights
2 Parks
Nyerere & Ruaha
Private 4×4
Guide Included

Itinerary Route

Detailed Itinerary

1

Arrive at Nyerere — Rufiji River Camp

Foxes Rufiji CaseyPratt LoveAfrica 7135 — Images from the Arrive at Nyerere — Rufiji River Camp accommodations itinerary in Tanzania

Fly or drive in to Rufiji River Camp, set on the banks of the Great Rufiji. Settle in and, timing permitting, enjoy a sunset boat cruise on the river.

Rufiji River Camp

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Meal Plan: Dinner
Notes: Boat safari subject to arrival time
2

Boat Safaris & Walking in Nyerere

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A full day of activity in Africa's largest protected area. Choose from water-based boat safaris spotting hippos and crocs, guided bush walks with armed rangers, or classic vehicle game drives through lagoons and miombo woodland.

Rufiji River Camp

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Meal Plan: Full Board
Notes: One walking safari and one boat safari included during the stay
3

Morning Activity & Transfer to Ruaha

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One final Selous activity before a scenic transfer (road + optional flight) to Ruaha River Lodge. Arrive in time for sundowners overlooking the Great Ruaha River.

Ruaha River Lodge

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Meal Plan: Full Board
Notes: Packed lunch included, Road + flight combo recommended for speed
4

Deep Immersion in Ruaha National Park

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Four full days exploring Ruaha's dramatic landscapes — baobab forests, sandy riverbeds, and rocky kopjes alive with lions, leopards, elephants and more. Daily full-day game drives; full-day picnic excursions available on request.

Ruaha River Lodge

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Meal Plan: Full Board
Notes: Two game drives per full day, Full-day excursions with picnic lunch on request
5

Departure

A final breakfast overlooking the river, then transfer to the airstrip for onward flights to Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, or your next destination.

Meal Plan: Breakfast
Notes: Optional extension to Zanzibar or the western circuit

Seasonal Rates

Low Season

Low Season

Nov, Apr-May

Per person

$4,796

High Season

High Season

Jun-Oct, Dec-Feb

Per person

$5,288

Related Activities

Boat Safari

Boat Safari

Rufiji River boat trips for hippos, crocs and waterbirds.

$65 per person
Walking Safari

Walking Safari

Guided bush walks with armed rangers.

$45 per person

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle & professional guide
  • Park & conservation fees
  • Full-board meals on safari (Day 1 dinner through Day 8 breakfast)
  • Boat safaris in Nyerere
  • Walking safaris in Nyerere (with armed ranger)
  • All camp-to-camp transfers

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania e-visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities for guides & camp staff
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Optional charter flights between parks

Ready for River & Wilderness?

Experience the best of Southern Tanzania.