Private Tour Highlights
- Enjoy lunch and relaxation at Ruaha National Park
- Visit Selous – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- See a wide variety of biodiversity – inclusing elephants and gazelles
- Get a chance to see 450 endemic species of bird life
- Take in the soft beaches of Dar es Salaam
- Sail throughout the bay in a Dhow, a regional type of sailboat
- Choose to take on a river safari on the beautiful Rafuji River
- Explore a new landscape with new animals, such as crocodiles, hippos, and abundant birdlife
- Choose to soak in the sun and waters of the Indian Ocean
- get more familiar and intimate with the land on a guided walking safari
Tour Overview
For an exciting and alternative Tanzanian experience, this tour guides you to Ruaha, Selous and Sadaani for a different Tanzania experience. Visit the rugged terrain and large elephant herds of Ruhaha, track the wild dogs in Selous, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and finish your trip relaxing on the beaches near Sadaani National Park, where you have the opportunity to go on safari.
A notably untrammelled wilderness, yet completely accessible, Ruaha protects a tract of semi arid bush country with stunning topography. The landscape undulates with rocky outcrops and majestic baobab trees with the Great Ruaha River snaking through as the lifeblood of the park. Most notably, it sustains the largest population of elephants of all the East African parks, in addition to large herds of buffalo, kudu, and gazelles. You may also sight wild dogs, ostriches, cheetahs, lions and leopards, not to mention the 450 species of birds endemic to the area.
Besides the wild dog population, Selous is also known for its huge population of elephants, but it also offers a large selection of plains game, buffalos, lions and other predators. The Rufiji River runs through Selous and is the life blood of the region. It is home to many hippos and Nile crocodiles. The river provides excellent game viewing, especially in the dry season when animals congregate along the banks. One can also do river safaris, walking safaris, night drives and fishing expeditions. Popular catches include tiger and cat fish.
North of Dar es Salaam, the beeches have been described as some of the best kept holiday secrets in the world, where all of the accommodation fronts the beach. Activities include superb diving, snorkeling, dhow sailing, fishing and kayaking as well as endless walks along deserted beaches. The coastline also has convenient access to Saadani National Park, which is a great safari experience on its own.
With the Wami River running through the National Park to the sea, it is a breeding ground for hippos, Nile crocodiles, fish eagles, tiger & cat fish and a plethora of other fresh water marine life. A river safari is an absolute must do. However it is also home to Wildebeest, antelope, duiker, reedbuck, zebra, giraffe and baboons whilst populations of buffalo and elephant laze in the shade or in the wetlands seeking shade from the sun. Predators come out at night to hunt and these include lion, leopard, mongoose and others
Inclusions
One way domestic airfare from Dar es Salaam to Ruaha, Ruaha to Selous, and Selous to Dar es Salaam, Return domestic airfare from Dar es Salaam to Saadani, All accommodations, meals and beverages, All transfers with luggage handling and assistance, All professional daily guided game drives in open top 4x4 vehicles, and specified activities with English speaking guides and trackers, National Park fees and all government taxes and levies, Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already include in the quote (if airfare has been included in the quote)
Notes:
* Selous Wilderness Camp is closed between April 1 – May 31
* Program costs vary with season; please inquire with one of our sales consultants for further details.
* Listed prices not applicable from December 21 – January 2. Please contact a Yampu travel consultant for pricing and availability.
Package Price: From £$ 8081
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
International flight to Dar es Salaam
Overnight flight to Dar es Salaam.
Overnight flight to Dar es Salaam.
Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to the hotel in Dar es Salaam for the night.
Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to the hotel in Dar es Salaam for the night.
Dar es Salaam – Ruaha National Park
Day flight from Dar es Salaam to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, transfer to the camp. Enjoy lunch and take some time to settle in and relax before heading out on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return the camp for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Day flight from Dar es Salaam to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, transfer to the camp. Enjoy lunch and take some time to settle in and relax before heading out on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return the camp for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Game drive in Ruaha National Park
Each day will consist of a full day of game driving within the park. Explore new sights of the rugged terrain, track the wildlife, and visit the Great Ruaha River. For additional costs, walking tours and scenic flights of the park are offered.
Later this afternoon, return the camp for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Each day will consist of a full day of game driving within the park. Explore new sights of the rugged terrain, track the wildlife, and visit the Great Ruaha River. For additional costs, walking tours and scenic flights of the park are offered.
Later this afternoon, return the camp for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Walking tour or scenic flight in Ruaha
Another full day of game drives and exploration through the park or choose a walking tour or scenic flight.
Another full day of game drives and exploration through the park or choose a walking tour or scenic flight.
Ruaha – Selous National Park
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Ruaha before transferring to the airstrip for a flight to the Selous Game Reserve. Upon arrival, transfer to the camp. Today, there will be an opportunity to take part in game drives, nature walks, fishing, and/or river safaris.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Ruaha before transferring to the airstrip for a flight to the Selous Game Reserve. Upon arrival, transfer to the camp. Today, there will be an opportunity to take part in game drives, nature walks, fishing, and/or river safaris.
Game drive in Selous National Park
Today, choose to take in a full day of game drives to familiarize with the land and the animals and to discover what the Reserve has to offer. Eat a picnic lunch on safari and return to the luxury camp for an evening at leisure.
Today, choose to take in a full day of game drives to familiarize with the land and the animals and to discover what the Reserve has to offer. Eat a picnic lunch on safari and return to the luxury camp for an evening at leisure.
River safari on the Rafuji River
Today, choose something different, such as a river safari on the beautiful Rafuji River. Here, explore a new landscape with new animals, such as crocodiles, hippos, and abundant birdlife.
Today, choose something different, such as a river safari on the beautiful Rafuji River. Here, explore a new landscape with new animals, such as crocodiles, hippos, and abundant birdlife.
Fly fishing on the Rafuji River
Again, there will be multiple activity options. Choose to get more familiar and intimate with the land on a guided walking safari through the grounds or perhaps give fishing on the river a try. A common and sought after African catch is the gnarly tiger fish.
Again, there will be multiple activity options. Choose to get more familiar and intimate with the land on a guided walking safari through the grounds or perhaps give fishing on the river a try. A common and sought after African catch is the gnarly tiger fish.
Selous National Park – Saadani
Today, fly back to Dar es Salaam for a connecting flight to the coastline in the north. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Spend the day at leisure and enjoy the warmth of the Indian Ocean.
Today, fly back to Dar es Salaam for a connecting flight to the coastline in the north. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Spend the day at leisure and enjoy the warmth of the Indian Ocean.
Exploring Saadani
Depending on the lodge, spend the day at leisure on the beach, or travel inland for a safari in the Park. At the Tides lodge, there will be an option of going diving or snorkeling, kayaking, or swimming, whereas the Saadani lodge offers days at leisure or on safari.
Depending on the lodge, spend the day at leisure on the beach, or travel inland for a safari in the Park. At the Tides lodge, there will be an option of going diving or snorkeling, kayaking, or swimming, whereas the Saadani lodge offers days at leisure or on safari.
Aquatic activities in Saadani
Today and the following days will follow the same format as the first day. Choose to soak in the sun and waters of the Indian Ocean by relaxing or doing some beach activities, or take another day on safari through the park.
Today and the following days will follow the same format as the first day. Choose to soak in the sun and waters of the Indian Ocean by relaxing or doing some beach activities, or take another day on safari through the park.
Final full day in Saadani
Again, choose to soak in the sun and waters of the Indian Ocean by relaxing or doing some beach activities, or take another day on safari through the park.
Again, choose to soak in the sun and waters of the Indian Ocean by relaxing or doing some beach activities, or take another day on safari through the park.
International flight home
Rise early for a transfer to the airport to take a flight home or continue with an optional Yampu Tours add-on.
Rise early for a transfer to the airport to take a flight home or continue with an optional Yampu Tours add-on.
Ruaha National Park, Iringa, Tanzania
Selous Game Reserve, Morogoro, Tanzania
Saadani, Coast Region, Tanzania
Places You'll See
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Dar es Salaam
Once a small fishing village, Dar es Salaam has grown and flourished into Tanzania’s largest city, and an important trading center and port for East Africa. With its origins having an eclectic group of influences, including the Germans, the British, and a number of Sultans, the city offers a mixture of African, Muslim, and South Asian cultures. Visitors can admire the charming harbor and beaches, learn about the city’s impressive history, or visit the markets.
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Ruaha National Park
Situated in the South-West of Tanzania, Ruaha sprawls within and along an ancient arm of the Great Rift Valley, covering a unique transition zone where the Eastern and Southern species of both fauna and flora meet against a dramatic topographical background. Ruaha, due to its location on the rift and surrounding geological formations is extremely diverse with access to several different habitat types.
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Selous Game Reserve
With an area of 54,600 sq km, Selous is Africa’s largest game reserve covering more than 5% of Tanzania’s total land area and is three times larger than Serengeti. Established in 1922, the reserve was named after Captain Frederick Courtney Selous, a naturalist, explorer and hunter, who died there in action in 1917. In spite of the fact that for many years it was an important hunting area, Selous still contains the greatest concentration of big game left on earth.
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Saadani National Park
Saadani National Park is a small area of coastal wilderness, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the beach, as well as view the breathtaking wilderness at the same time, as it is Tanzania’s only wildlife conservatory that borders the sea. Visitors to the park are likely to see the famous Big Five, as well as giraffes, wildebeest, hippopotamus, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife.
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Testimonials
Jerome S.
Traveled May, 2013
The trip you set up for me was flawless.
The trip you set up for me was flawless. The guide met all my expectations. He was helpful and protective. I did learn that in Africa, time is a relative thing. I soon learned that when James told me we were one half hour from anywhere, I could count on an hour. I saw every major animal, but one, including the Black Rino, one of the most endangers specie in the Crater. I took 900 pictures. I can tell you without a doubt, that your people can take care of a person my age and should promote that fact. I loved Nxabega. However, I was prevented from going to my tent for a rest when a family of Elephants started eating the trees between the lunch area and my tent. They were all first rate camps, but Sopa was exceptional. If you wish me to fill out anything, let me know. One funny story. I needed to go to the bathroom. James asked me to wait while he drove about a half a mile to high ground, so he could watch out for animals while I attended to the problem behind his 4×4. As we get to about fifty yards from the place we planned to stop; three lions walked over the hill and past our vehicle. You would be surprised how fast the urge to go disappears under these circumstances.
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Rich
Traveled July, 2014
Stone Town was great fun
Stone Town was great fun! The hotel was great as was the guide. No gliches with the airlines or the return flight.
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