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Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach

12 Days from $11,690 USD / person

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Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
Strand am Songo Songo Archipel
Itinerary Summary
Itinerary Details
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Beaches

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Wildlife & Safaris

Itinerary Summary

Day
Place
Hotel Opts
1 – 2
Dar es Salaam
Highlights: National Museum & House of Culture, Waterfront & Markets, Contemporary African City Culture
Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel
Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel
2 – 5
Ruaha National Park
Highlights: African Big Five, Game Drives & Bush Walks, Authentic Safari Experiences, Birdwatching
Jongomero
Jongomero
5 – 8
Nyerere National Park
Highlights: Sundowner Boat Cruise, Game Drives & Guided Bush Walks, Crocodiles in the Rufiji River
Siwandu Camp
Siwandu Camp
8 – 12
Songo Songo Archipelago
Highlights: Turquoise Waters, Tropical White Sandy Beaches, Sun-Bathing
Laba Fanjove Island
12 – 12
Dar es Salaam
Highlights: National Museum & House of Culture, Waterfront & Markets, Contemporary African City Culture
Your Vacation. Your Way.

This itinerary can be customized for you. Get in touch with our experts for your personalized vacation plan.

Itinerary Details

Day 1 – 2

International Arrival

Transfer to your accommodation

1 Night

Dar es Salaam

Located in a quiet bay off the Indian Ocean coast, Dar es Salaam is the main port in Tanzania and has a bustling harbor. A visit to the daily fish market is a memorable experience! Remnants of British and German colonial presence can still be seen in the landmarks and architecture around the city. The National Museum, the Village Museum, and many colorful markets are well worth a visit. Numerous historical landmarks, including St. Joseph’s Cathedral, the White Father’s Mission House, the Botanical Gardens, and the old State House make for an interesting walking tour around the waterfront and city center.

Hotel options

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel – Opt 1
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel – Opt 2
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Day 2 – 5

Transfer to the airport

Flight to Ruaha (2-3 hrs)

You will be transferred from Ruaha airport to your hotel

3 Nights

Ruaha National Park

Your true wilderness! As Tanzania’s largest national park, Ruaha is a wonderful bastion with its undisturbed wildlife, and breathtaking scenery. Large herds of elephants, vast concentrations of buffalo, gazelle, and over 400 bird species abound. Due to its remote location, Ruaha National Park is largely unexplored and a safari here often has the feel of a private, rare adventure. Enjoy unique experiences such as game drives where you are unlikely to encounter any other vehicles. You can also explore the rugged landscapes of Ruaha during beautiful bush walks.

Included activities

Jongomero: Morning & Evening game drives

Explore the beauty of Ruaha and its amazing wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives with an experienced guide to discover the small wonders of nature.

Hotel options

Jongomero – Opt 1
Room Safari Tents
Meals Full Board plus Activities
Style Camp
Jongomero – Opt 2
Room Safari Tents
Meals Full Board plus Activities
Style Camp
Day 5 – 8

You will be transferred from your hotel to Ruaha airport

Flight to Nyerere (1-2 hrs)

You will be transferred from Selous airport to your hotel

3 Nights

Nyerere National Park

Discover an untouched gem! A scenic flight to Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous Game Reserve) offers a wonderful birds’ eye perspective of the many waterways of one of Africa’s largest protected wildlife reserve, home to roaming elephant populations, wild dogs, and some of the last black rhino. Due to its remote location, Nyerere has remained one of Tanzania’s best parks. You can experience a boating safari along the Rufiji river, whilst a walking safari and fly camping will add a sense of adventure to your African safari. Decide each day whether you prefer an early bush walk or a sumptuous breakfast, a game drive or a romantic sundowner!

Included activities

Siwandu Camp: Morning & Evening game drives, guided walks and boat safaris

Enjoy diverse safaris in the Selous Game Reserve – wonderful game drives, thrilling bush walks and scenic boat cruises on its beautiful lakes and the stunning Rufiji River.

Hotel options

Siwandu Camp – Opt 1
Room Safari Tents
Meals Full Board plus Activities
Style Camp
Siwandu Camp – Opt 2
Room Safari Tents
Meals Full Board plus Activities
Style Camp
Day 8 – 12

You will be transferred from your hotel to Nyerere National Park airstrip

Flight to Songo Songo Archipelago (2 hrs)

Transfer to your accommodation

4 Nights

Songo Songo Archipelago

Four square kilometers of island paradise! Songo Songo, with its coconut trees, scrubland, 3500 inhabitants, countless birds and a fabulous sandy beach, is only four square kilometers! The main island, and the several other small islands form the Songo Songo Archipelago, are an ecological hotspot for sea turtles and birds. An impressive population of corals thrive in the waters around the island and you can enjoy great diving experiences here. The area, along with the Delta Fufiji of the Mafia Archipelago and the coast around Kilwa Masoko, have been declared a Wetland of international importance.

Hotel options

Laba Fanjove Island – Opt 1
Room Villa
Meals Full Board
Style Boutique
Day 12 – 12

Transfer to the airport

Flight to Dar es Salaam (1-2 hrs)

Transfer from Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal to International Terminal

International Departure

Dar es Salaam

Located in a quiet bay off the Indian Ocean coast, Dar es Salaam is the main port in Tanzania and has a bustling harbor. A visit to the daily fish market is a memorable experience! Remnants of British and German colonial presence can still be seen in the landmarks and architecture around the city. The National Museum, the Village Museum, and many colorful markets are well worth a visit. Numerous historical landmarks, including St. Joseph’s Cathedral, the White Father’s Mission House, the Botanical Gardens, and the old State House make for an interesting walking tour around the waterfront and city center.
Take the path less traveled and explore some of Tanzania’s hidden gems on this customizable journey. Keep an eye out for buffalo, gazelle and more in the secluded but lovely Ruaha National Park. At Nyerere National Park (formerly called Selous), go on scenic boat excursions, thrilling game drives and walking safaris to spot elephants, wild dogs, and endangered black rhinos. After marveling at the wildlife of Ruaha and Nyerere, it’s time to head for the island paradise of Songo Songo, which has a population of just 3,500! Go on leisurely walks to explore your idyllic surroundings or simply relax on the beach and look back on a trip brimming with memories.

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $11,690 USD / person

Option 2

From $11,690 USD / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
  • Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
  • Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Visa and tourism fees
  • Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
  • International airfare

What Our Guests Say

From the advice we got from Peter when we booked our trip to the excellent execution of the details that Cyprian did, there was not a hitch. We were met by professionals who ushered us through customs and checked us into our flights. The itinerary was packed with memorable experiences of seeing animals, getting to know the people at the tent camps who were more attentive than we could have imagined. The tents were exceptionally clean, beds comfortable, the food outstanding and our overall experience was beyond our expectations. We could not have imagined going on this trip without Enchanting Travels and consider ourselves fortunate that we chose you.
Rating 5/5
Tanzania
Joan McCumby

USA

Every single detail of this trip was perfect and taken care of by the outstanding staff of Enchanting Travels. They made us feel like royalty.
Rating 5/5
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Michaela June

USA

From the moment we first started planning the trip to the moment we got on the plane to go home, we felt so cared for. Our trip coordinator, Cyprian, was the best!!! We always knew what was going on, and he was never more than a call or text away. The game drives were unreal and we got so close to the animals. The food was delicious and the chefs were top notch. The servers at every lodge, who were mostly young men, were so kind and wonderful. All the staff were warm and welcoming. The sun downers were amazing. It’s an unexplainable feeling to watch elephants walking by while sipping on a cocktail. All the guides were so knowledgeable. We always felt safe, secure, and happy. The lodges were in nature, but contained every necessity required to feel luxurious. The experiences, such as visiting and feeding Baraka, the blind rhino, will last a lifetime. This was the most amazing trip ever!
Rating 5/5
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Jessie Sabino

USA

We booked with Enchanting Travels because they were attentive, and took the time to understand what we wanted in a vacation! We felt confident the entire team would work as hard as the sales staff, and we were right – they did!! From the moment we made our 1st payment to the moment we walked off the plane at home, we felt confident in our decision to book with Enchanting!
Rating 5/5
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Peter Loeppky

Canada

The best travel experience we’ve ever had. Great itinerary, superb staff. Looking forward to our next trip with Enchanting Travels.
Rating 5/5
Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
William Schaefer

USA

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Enchanting, our coordinators made planning and enjoying our once-in-a-lifetime African safari adventure so easy and effortless.
Rating 5/5
Tanzania: Southern Wilderness and Beach
Anish Khanorkar

USA

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