3 Day Evening Arrival with Boat Safari & Full-Day Safari
Overview
3 Day Evening Arrival with Boat Safari & Full-Day Safari
Experience the wild beauty of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), one of Africa’s largest and most untouched wildlife sanctuaries. This 3-day adventure offers a perfect blend of game drives and a unique boat safari along the Rufiji River. Nyerere National Park is renowned for its vast landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and a large population of hippos and crocodiles. The park’s remote setting provides a more exclusive and less crowded safari experience. A highlight of this safari is the boat excursion on the Rufiji River, where you can observe wildlife from a different perspective. Glide past pods of hippos, sunbathing crocodiles, and a rich variety of birdlife along the riverbanks, especially during sunrise or sunset. Game drives take you deep into the park’s wilderness, offering excellent opportunities to spot predators and plains game in their natural habitat. With expert guides from Akika Adventure Tours, you’ll gain insight into the park’s ecology and wildlife behavior. This 3 day safari is ideal for travelers seeking a short yet immersive escape into one of Tanzania’s most spectacular and less-explored national parks.
Included / Excluded
At Akika Adventure & Tours, we provide clear and transparent safari packages. The following details outline what is included in your 3-day Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara safari, as well as any exclusions, to help you plan your trip with confidence.
- All meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Professional, English-speaking tour guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Park entry fees and government taxes
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs, etc.)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless specified)
- Tips and gratuities for guide and staff
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Top Highlights
Discover the very best of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes on this carefully curated safari experience with Akika Adventure & Tours. This journey is designed to provide exceptional game viewing, scenic exploration, and comfortable travel through some of the country’s most iconic destinations, including Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Enjoy guided game drives in a private 4x4 safari vehicle, offering flexibility and optimal wildlife viewing opportunities. Witness diverse ecosystems, abundant wildlife, and remarkable natural beauty while traveling with experienced professional guides who enhance your safari with expert knowledge and insight.
- Guided game drives in Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
- Opportunity to see the Big Five and diverse wildlife species
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop up roof for optimal viewing
- Scenic landscapes, including crater views and lake ecosystems
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Explore captivating moments from our safari experiences, showcasing Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and unforgettable encounters. The gallery highlights real safari scenes from Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, giving you a glimpse of the natural beauty and adventure that awaits with Akika Adventure & Tours.
Itinerary
On this 3-day safari, you will embark on an unforgettable adventure in Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), one of Africa’s largest and most pristine wildlife destinations. Throughout the trip, you will have the opportunity to explore diverse landscapes and witness a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitat, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and crocodiles. This safari offers a unique combination of activities, including exciting game drives and a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you can observe wildlife from a different perspective. You will be traveling in a private, comfortable 4x4 Toyota vehicle, equipped with free mineral water to keep you refreshed during your journey. For the entire trip, you’ll be accompanied by a professional guide who will ensure a safe, informative, and memorable safari experience.
Day 1: Transfer to Nyerere National Park & En-route Game Drive
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar in the afternoon and transferred to the airport for your 4:00 PM flight to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve). Upon arrival at Mtemere Airstrip, your guide will meet you for a quick briefing before heading to the park gate for check-in. From there, you'll kick off a scenic sunset game drive, with chances to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, and more as the day winds down. The evening ends with dinner and an overnight stay at Mufasa Tented Camp.
Day 2: Full Day-Game Drive and sunset Boat Safari
Once you're done with breakfast you'll embark on a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park, taking time to explore various landscapes and track the park’s diverse wildlife. In the evening, you will do a sunset boat safari along the Rufiji River a peaceful and unforgettable way to spot hippos, crocodiles, vibrant birdlife, and maybe even elephants near the shoreline. And you will have your overnight at Selous Safari Lodge.
Day 3: Transfer to the Airstrip and Morning Flight back to Zanzibar
After an early breakfast at the lodge, you'll check out and be met by your driver for the transfer to the Mtemere Airstrip. From there, you'll board your return flight to Zanzibar. Once you land, another driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or residence, wrapping up your safari adventure.
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Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) is one of Africa’s largest protected wildlife areas, located in southern Tanzania. Known for its vast, untouched wilderness, the park offers an authentic safari experience far from the crowds. Its diverse landscapes include open savannah, miombo woodlands, rolling hills, and the lifeline of the park Rufiji River. The Rufiji River is a central highlight, creating a dynamic ecosystem that supports an incredible concentration of wildlife. Along its banks, visitors can spot large populations of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and antelope, as well as predators such as lions and leopards. The park is also famous for its thriving populations of hippos and crocodiles, often seen during boat safaris. Bird enthusiasts will find Nyerere National Park especially rewarding, with hundreds of bird species inhabiting the riverbanks, wetlands, and woodlands. The variety of habitats makes it one of Tanzania’s top birdwatching destinations. What makes this destination truly special is the opportunity to explore it in multiple ways. In addition to traditional game drives, visitors can enjoy boat safaris along the Rufiji River, offering a unique perspective of wildlife, as well as guided walking safaris for a more immersive experience with Akika Adventure Tours.
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