7 Days Southern Tanzania Wildlife Safari
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Overview
This itinerary is for travellers who want three Southern Tanzania parks in one week and accept some longer transfer days. It begins in Nyerere, continues t...
Overview
This itinerary is for travellers who want three Southern Tanzania parks in one week and accept some longer transfer days. It begins in Nyerere, continues to Mikumi and finishes in Ruaha, with a domestic flight back to Dar es Salaam to prevent the final day becoming another long overland transfer.
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Itinerary
7 planned days. Explore the daily route, experiences and overnight stays.
7 planned days
Day 1Dar es Salaam to Nyerere
Nyerere National Park
Destination: Nyerere / Selous
Road transfer and afternoon activity where available.
Day 2Nyerere Safari
Nyerere National Park
Destination: Nyerere
Full-day game drive.
Day 3Nyerere to Mikumi
Nyerere National Park
Destinations: Nyerere, Mikumi
Overland transfer to Mikumi.
Day 4Mikumi National Park
Mikumi National Park
Destination: Mikumi
Full-day game drive across the Mkata ecosystem.
Day 5Mikumi to Ruaha
Ruaha National Park
Destinations: Mikumi, Ruaha
Drive via the Iringa corridor toward Ruaha.
Day 6Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Destination: Ruaha
Full-day Ruaha game drive.
Day 7Ruaha to Dar es Salaam
Ruaha National Park
Destination: Ruaha
Morning activity if scheduling permits, followed by domestic flight to Dar es Salaam.
Tonight's stay: None
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Safari Tour Pricing
From $ 2,550 per person. Explore indicative pricing for your group.
Prices are planning guides per person and vary with season, availability, accommodation and group size. We confirm the exact quote in writing before you book.
Indicative private group pricing
Tailored to your datesPrice per person. International flights, visa costs and personal purchases are not included unless expressly listed in your confirmed quotation.
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Inclusions
See what is included, what to budget for separately and the support available.
What's included in this safari
The final inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation.
- Price Disclaimer: From prices are indicative per-person rates based on selected travel assumptions and are not final quotations. Final cost depends on travel dates, number of guests, accommodation level, room configuration, park/conservation fees, domestic flights, seasonal supplements and availability.
- Accommodation Disclaimer: Accommodation listed in a sample itinerary is planned or suggested accommodation. The final property is confirmed only after availability has been checked and booking requirements have been met. If a listed property is unavailable, Meerkat Tours & Safaris may propose a comparable alternative in a suitable location, subject to client approval and any price difference.
- Wildlife Disclaimer: Wildlife sightings and natural events are never guaranteed. Animal movement depends on season, rainfall, habitat, daily conditions and natural behaviour. Great Migration river crossings, predator sightings and specific species should always be described as opportunities rather than promises.
- Domestic Flight Disclaimer: Domestic flight times, routes and operating days are subject to airline schedules and may change. Some remote combinations require charter or schedule-specific services. Final routing is confirmed after travel dates are selected.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private or dedicated 4x4 safari vehicle where stated
- Park and conservation fees stated in the final quotation
- Accommodation specified in the confirmed itinerary
- Meals according to the confirmed board basis
- Domestic flights specifically listed as included
- Airport/airstrip transfers specifically stated
- Drinking water during applicable safari sectors
- Government taxes and statutory charges stated in the quotation
What's not included
Anything not expressly listed in the final quotation remains your responsibility.
- International flights
- Tanzania visa and immigration costs
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities unless specifically included
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Personal purchases and laundry unless specifically included
- Vaccinations, medicines and medical costs
- Changes requested after confirmation
- Any service not clearly stated as included
Expert support before departure
Our team will confirm the daily flow, recommended packing, meeting arrangements and any practical details relevant to your specific travel dates.
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Safari Packing List
A simple checklist for comfortable days on safari.

Practical travel preparation
Pack simply, travel comfortably
Your final packing guidance depends on season, route and accommodation. Begin with these essentials and we will share a tailored checklist before departure.
- Neutral, light layers for game drives
- A warm layer for early mornings
- Sun protection and reusable water bottle
- Binoculars, camera and spare batteries
- Personal medication and travel documents
- Comfortable closed walking shoes
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Visa & Travel Documents
Prepare your travel documents and share your citizenship with our team.
Plan your entry requirements
Visa requirements and entry conditions can change and depend on your citizenship and travel route. Select your citizenship to note it in your enquiry; we will help point you to the appropriate official guidance.
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