7 day Nyerere Ruaha and Mikumi safari
7 day Nyerere National Park Ruaha and Mikumi safari is the best of southern Tanzania Safari for Selous Ruaha tour, which takes you to visit 3 of the 4 southern circuit game parks of Tanzania for game viewing, walking and boat excursion for 6 nights where you will spend 2nights in Selous Game Reserve,1Night in Morogoro, 2 nights in Ruaha national park and 1 nights in Mikumi National park exploring the areas where you will see the rare SABLE and ROAN antelope as well as small and large mammals including variety of reptiles and bird species. Accommodation in lodge, Tented camp as per below itinerary, booked on full board arrangements FB.
7 day selous Ruaha and Mikumi safari is the best of southern Tanzania Safari for Nyerere Ruaha tour, which takes you to visit 3 of the 4 southern circuit game parks of Tanzania for game viewing, walking and boat excursion for 6 nights where you will spend 2nights in Nyerere National Park,1 Night in Morogoro, 2 nights in Ruaha national park and night in Mikumi National park exploring the areas where you will see the rare SABLE and ROAN antelope as well as small and large mammals including variety of reptiles and bird species. Accommodation in lodge, Tented camp as per below itinerary, booked on full board arrangements FB.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Day 1Dar es salaam to Nyerere National Park - 250kms/ 5 hrs driveMorning depart to Nyerere National Park with picnic lunch, the journey will take 6 hours. Late afternoon, boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River, brings you into close contact with hippo, crocodile and fantastic birdlife. Animals make their way to the river to drink and boats may approach elephant, lion, buffalo, giraffe, waterbuck and other game on the river banks to within a few meters. Crocodile glide into the water as your boat approaches and hippo appear in frightening proximity, grunting and blowing steam.Overnight at Selous Hippo Camp.Meals: Lunch | Dinner
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Day 2Nyerere National ParkYou will have a full day in the Nyerere National Park exploration of the Park by 4 wheel drive vehicle; will permit you to have good photographic opportunities and the chance to explore different sections of vast park. The Nyerere National Park is the largest in Africa, covering 54,600 square kilometer. Selous is famous for its elephants, commonly seen are lions, wild dogs, buffaloes, bushbuck, impalas, elands, baboons, zebras and greater kudus. It was originally set aside as a hunting area where animals are abundant but more shy then the Northern Parks. Dinner and overnight will be at Selous Hippo Camp.Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
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Day 3Nyerere National Park-Morogoro TownAfter breakfast, we’ll depart from Nyerere National Park for Morogoro and we’ll arrive at Morogoro Hotel for your late lunch, dinner and overnight accommodation. The road is a bit bad for a long drive. We highly recommend staying for the night at Morogoro HotelMeals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
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Day 4Morogoro Town-Ruaha National ParkAfter breakfast, check out and continue our journey to Ruaha National Park with packed lunch on our way. We will arrive late in the afternoon. Enjoy the evening leisure at Ruaha River Lodge. Ruaha National Park is the largest national park in Tanzania. The addition of the Usangu Game Reserve and other important wetlands to the park in 2008 increased its size to about 20,226 square kilometres (7,809 sq mi), making it the largest park in Tanzania and East Africa. The park is about 130 kilometres (81 mi) west of the Iringa park is a part of the 45,000 square kilometres (17,000 sq mi) Rungwa-Kizigo-Muhesi ecosystemwhich includes the Rungwa Game Reserve, the Kizigo and Muhesi Game Reserves, and the Mbomipa Wildlife Management Area.Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
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Day 5Ruaha National ParkAfter breakfast, we’ll dedicate this day in Ruaha National Park for morning and afternoon game viewing and to look for Roan and Sable antelopes, Hippos, Crocodiles, waterbucks, Reedbucks and Buffalos as they venture to the river’s edge to drink that attracts attention of Lions, Leopards, Hyenas, Wild dogs, Jackals and many more including Dik-dik. Walking in the wilderness also includes a visit to one of the Africa’s most important historical site, the stone age ruins at Isimila. There are a lot of birds in the park including Eurasia migrants that comes to the park twice a year. You will have all meals and overnight stay at Ruaha River Lodge.Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
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Day 6Ruaha- Mikumi National ParkAfter breakfast, check out from Ruaha and then travel to Mikumi National Park with packed lunch and game viewing on the way. If time allows, we’ll go for a game drive in the park. Dinner and overnight will be at Vuma Hill Tented Camp. The landscape of Mikumi is often compared to that of the Serengeti. The road that crosses the park divides it into two areas with partially distinct environments. The area north-west is characterized by the alluvial plain of the river basin Mkata. The vegetation of this area consists of savannah dotted with acacia, baobab, tamarinds, and some rare palm. In this area, at the furthest from the road, there are spectacular rock formations of the mountains Rubeho and Uluguru. The southeast part of the park is less rich in wildlife, and not very accessible.overnight at Mikumi Wildlife CampMeals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
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Day 7Mikumi-Dar es SalaamWake up for an early morning game drive in Mikumi Park and then back to the camp for breakfast. After breakfast, drive back to Dar es Salaam with picnic lunch on the way where you will arrive late afternoon. Note:This trip can be extended to the beach excursions to Mafia Island,Zanzibar or Pemba. Kindly contact usMeals: Breakfast | Lunch
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR SAFARI
Preparing for East Africa safari can be a daunting prospect at first glance.
Figuring out when to visit, which parks to include, where to stay, and how long to spend in each location can be a stressful task, but we’re here to help!
PASSPORTS AND VISAS
It is first aspects for Preparation of safaris. All travelers will need a current passport with an expiration date of at least six months from the time of entry into Tanzania. Tanzania tourist visas can be purchased in advance through the nearest Tanzanian embassy, or upon arrival at the airport or border crossing.
VACCINATIONS
Proper health preparations for the trip are your responsibility. You may be able to get your vaccinations from your own physician, but a travels clinic will be more familiar with the necessary vaccines and can also provide other helpful information. Be sure to also discuss malaria prevention with the travel clinic.
TRAVEL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE
East Africa Choice Safaris does not provide insurance for travelers. Speak with your travel agent or airline about options for travel insurance to cover personal accident, medical expenses and medical evacuation, repatriation, trip cancellation and loss of personal effects.
CLOTHING
The weather may vary considerably throughout your trip, or even throughout the day, so plan on clothing that can be layered if it’s cool, or removed if it’s warm. Choose separates that can be mixed and matched, and avoid fabrics that require special care. Neutral colors are good for safari; avoid black and blue clothing as tsetse flies are attracted to those colors. Accessorize with modest jewelry. To respect cultural norms, avoid sleeveless blouses and short shorts or skirts.
Depending on your itinerary, consider a pair of sturdy closed-toe shoes in case of mud or rough terrain. Sandals will be appropriate for safari. Most days will be sunny, so bring appropriate sun protection: hat (wide-brim is best to protect the neck and ears), sunscreen, sunglasses.
MONEY ON SAFARI IN EAST AFRICA.
While all of our Friends of Africa Family Safaris itineraries cover the important things such as accommodation, meals, park entry fees, and game drives – there are always additional costs that might pop up.
Things such as alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, snacks, laundry, and tips for your driver are examples of a few additional costs that might arise during your safari.
Tanzania uses the US Dollar for tourism. We recommend budgeting around $30 – $50 USD per day for incidental expenses and tips.
TIPPING IN EAST AFRICA
Tipping is customary.
We recommend tipping $20 USD per day to your safari driver (per group, not per person), $10 – $15 USD per day to your safari cook (when camping), $20 USD per day to your Kilimanjaro climbing guide, and $10 – $15 USD per day to your Kilimanjaro climbing porters.
You can pay this all at once at the conclusion of your safari or Kilimanjaro climb.
WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR SAFARI:
Packing for your first safari can be a bit daunting. What do you bring? What don’t you need? Below you’ll find our recommended list of things to bring along with you when you’re on safari.
- A backpack;
- Comfortable clothing for daily wear;
- A warm sweater or light fleece;
- A windbreaker or waterproof jacket;
- Walking shoes or boots;
- A dress shirt and trousers or dress for wearing to dinner;
- Sunglasses;
- Hat;
- Sunscreen and lip balm;
- Insect repellent;
- Camera and charger;
- Binoculars;
- A flashlight or headlamp;
- Guide books;
- Phone and charger.
You may also wish to bring your own first aid kit. While all of our Friends of Africa Family Safaris vehicles have their own on board first aid kit, it never hurts to be prepared.
- Anti-malarial medication;
- Painkillers;
- Antihistamines for allergies and insect bites;
- Cold and flu medication;
- Anti-Diarrheal medication;
- Medicines for rehydration after diarrhea or sunstroke;
- Sunscreen and lip balm;
- Eye drops;
- Moisturiser for treating sunburn;
- Antiseptic lotion;
- Rubbing alcohol;
- Bandages and plasters;
- Scissors.
You may also wish to bring along water purification tablets and any medications you take for any existing medical conditions.
Don’t let the above list daunt you. Many of these items are only necessary in extreme cases, but it’s better to have something and not need it than it is to need something and not have it!
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