Southern Tanzania · Sample itinerary
A southern Tanzania route that pairs Mikumi open savannah with Nyerere river life. Take it on its own or as the safari part of a Zanzibar holiday.
Route at a glance
The shape of the trip
This southern route starts in Mikumi with wide plains and classic game drives, then moves to Nyerere for time around the Rufiji River. It suits travellers who want a spacious safari and an easy connection to Zanzibar.
Your day-by-day programme
This route is a starting point. We will confirm timings and stays for your departure.
Arrive and settle in, with your onward timing confirmed before the safari starts. This first night can be adapted around your international or island connection.
Want to change the rhythm?
Clear before you book
We make the quote specific to your route, accommodation choice and travel dates. Nothing important should be left to guesswork.
Good to know: We will explain the accommodation level, room setup, luggage considerations and transfer timing before you book.
Dates & availability
We confirm the route after we know your travel window, party size and preferred comfort level. That keeps the proposal honest about seasonal availability and what is actually included.
Ask for dates and availabilityYes. These are well-tested starting points, not fixed departures. We can adjust nights, lodge style, internal flights and the order of parks around your dates and priorities.
Every route has a different seasonal sweet spot. Tell us the month you have available and the wildlife moments you care about, and we will shape the route accordingly.
You will receive a tailored proposal that makes the route, accommodation, transfers, included meals and quote easy to review before you commit.
Ready when you are
Tell us the dates you have in mind, who is travelling and what you want to experience. We will shape the details from there.