11-Day Tanzania Safari: Ruaha & Nyerere Wildlife Adventure

Your East African adventure begins in Dar es Salaam, where you’ll be warmly welcomed upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport. You’ll spend the night at Four Points by Sheraton, a comfortable and centrally located hotel that offers the perfect place to unwind before your journey into the wild begins.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to meet your dedicated safari host and get to know your fellow travellers, the small group of like-minded adventurers who will be sharing this unforgettable experience with you.

Whether you choose to relax by the pool, enjoy a refreshing drink, or take a short stroll to discover the vibrant heart of Tanzania’s capital, this first evening sets a gentle and welcoming tone for the journey ahead.

Today, fly into Ruaha National Park, where your safari begins with a game-drive transfer through the remote and spectacular Usangu Wetlands. Surrounded by woodland and untouched wilderness, the experience offers a rare opportunity to explore one of Tanzania’s wildest and least-crowded landscapes. During your stay, venture out on bush walks, game drives and boating safaris, or set up a camera trap to discover which nocturnal visitors pass through camp after dark. As night falls, join your expert guide for a thermal-imaging night drive, or enjoy an unforgettable sleep-out beneath the stars in the unique Star Cube.

Accommodation: Usangu Expedition Camp
Board Basis: Game Package

Travel deeper into the wild heart of Ruaha National Park with a scenic road transfer north to Kokoko Camp. Renowned for its remote landscapes and exceptional predator sightings, Ruaha offers opportunities to encounter lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog, hyena, and many other species. During your stay, enjoy the freedom of walking safaris, night drives and unhurried moments immersed in the surrounding wilderness. You may also have the opportunity to connect with the Southern Tanzania Elephant Program, gaining a deeper insight into elephant conservation, local communities and the importance of protecting this remarkable ecosystem.

Accommodation: Kokoko Camp
Board Basis: Game Package

Fly into the heart of Nyerere National Park, where your guide will meet you at the airstrip and transfer you to Roho ya Selous, beautifully situated on a small peninsula overlooking Lake Nzerakera. As one of Africa’s largest protected wilderness areas, Nyerere offers an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including wild dogs, elephants, hippos, buffalo, giraffes, hyenas and more than 400 bird species. During your stay, explore the waterways on boat safaris, venture into the wilderness on guided walking excursions, or enjoy a relaxed fishing experience. After a day of adventure, unwind by the pool or in the open-sided lounge, surrounded by the sounds and breeze of the African bush.

Accommodation: Roho ya Selous
Board Basis: Game Package

After a final delicious breakfast in camp and heartfelt goodbyes to your guide and fellow travellers, you’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, where you’ll connect with your onward travel.

As your journey through the wilds of East Africa comes to a close, you’ll take with you not only unforgettable memories, but also lasting connections and a deep sense of wonder inspired by the places and people you’ve encountered.