8-Day Nyerere National Park (Selous) And Zanzibar Packages
Travel
8 days, 1 country
Accommodation
7 nights in hotels
Team
Professional Guide
This 8-day safari and beach holiday combines the raw wilderness of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) with the tropical paradise of Zanzibar.
The journey begins in the wild landscapes of southern Tanzania, where guests enjoy boat safaris, game drives, and walking safaris along the Rufiji River. After an authentic bush experience, the trip continues to Zanzibar, where white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, spice tours, and cultural experiences offer the perfect relaxation.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a balanced safari adventure followed by a peaceful island escape.
Introduction
Drive from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (approximately 5 hours). Stop at Kibiti for lunch before continuing to the park for check-in and relaxation.
In the late afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Rufiji River, where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park. The park is home to elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and wild dogs.
A picnic lunch will be served in the bush or a hot lunch at camp depending on arrangement. Dinner and overnight at your tented camp.
Early morning walking safari with an armed ranger, offering a close and immersive bush experience.
After the safari, return for breakfast and check-out. Drive back to Dar es Salaam for your flight or ferry to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach hotel in northern Zanzibar.
Enjoy a full day at leisure on the beaches of Zanzibar. Relax at your hotel, swim in the ocean, or explore nearby restaurants along the beach.
After a relaxed morning, depart in the afternoon for a spice tour, where you will explore Zanzibar’s famous spice farms.
Continue to Stone Town for a guided cultural walk through historic streets, markets, and architecture. In the evening, enjoy sunset views and optional dinner at Forodhani Gardens.
Another free day to relax or enjoy optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, fishing trips, or a visit to Prison Island.
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Fumba for the famous Safari Blue trip. Explore the ocean, swim, snorkel, visit sandbanks, and enjoy fresh seafood on a traditional dhow sailing experience.
Return to your hotel in the evening.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport or ferry terminal for your departure. Depending on your flight schedule, early transfer is recommended.
- All park entrance fees (Nyerere National Park)
- Boat safari on Rufiji River
- Game drives and walking safari with armed ranger
- Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
- Domestic flight/ferry coordination to Zanzibar
- Beach hotel accommodation in Zanzibar (as per package)
- Full-board in safari days (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Breakfast in Zanzibar (half board depending on hotel plan)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All excursions mentioned (Spice Tour, Stone Town, Safari Blue)
- Drinking water during safari
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
- Upgrades to luxury hotels in Zanzibar
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$2,450
- Price varies by group size (USD)
- Can start any day If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can be customized You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.