Day 1: Arrival & Mikumi National Park

• Itinerary Highlights:
  • Morning departure from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park (approx. 5-hour drive).
  • Afternoon game drive in Mikumi, known for its open savannahs resembling the Serengeti.
  • Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and hippos, with picturesque views of the Uluguru Mountains.
  • Overnight stay near the park with dinner under the stars.
• Meals: Lunch and dinner.
• Overnight: Mikumi Wildlife Camp.

Day 2: Mikumi to Ruaha National Park

• Itinerary Highlights:
  • After breakfast, drive to Ruaha National Park (approx. 7-hour drive), with scenic stops along the way.
  • Arrive at Ruaha in the afternoon and enjoy a short game drive en route to your lodge.
  • Experience Ruaha’s rugged beauty, home to the largest elephant population in East Africa.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Overnight: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Ruaha National Park

• Itinerary Highlights:
  • Full-day game drive exploring Ruaha’s diverse wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and antelope species like kudu and sable.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch near the Great Ruaha River, often bustling with wildlife activity.
  • Discover the park’s stunning baobab-dotted landscapes and unique bird species.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Overnight: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Day 4: Ruaha to Selous Game Reserve

• Itinerary Highlights:
  • Morning drive to Selous Game Reserve (approx. 8-hour drive), one of Africa’s largest protected areas.
  • Arrive in Selous and enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.
  • Unwind at your lodge and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of Selous.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Overnight: Selous Serena Camp.

Day 5: Selous Game Reserve & Return to Dar es Salaam

• Itinerary Highlights:
  • Morning game drive in Selous, famous for its large populations of wild dogs, elephants, and giraffes.
  • Explore the park’s diverse habitats, from woodlands to wetlands, for unique wildlife encounters.
  • After lunch, return to Dar es Salaam (approx. 5-hour drive), marking the end of your safari adventure.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch.