Country
Duration
10 days
Style
Highlights
Ruaha National Park
Pemba Island
Tanzania – 10 day Safari & Beach Dream – Tailored Fly-In
From $5,490
Includes
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Itinerary
Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
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Ikuka Safari Camp
Day 1 - 5
Ikuka Safari Camp is a distinguished safari camp in Ruaha National Park that is quite noteworthy due to its spectacular location atop the Mwagusi Escarpment in southern Tanzania. The site allows for expansive and breathtaking views that are unparalleled by other accommodations in the area. The views are perfectly complemented by an intimate and personalized and experienced that can only be found in smaller accommodations in the African bush country. The seven guest bandas on the property are designed to blend in with the surroundings and give guests the utmost experience of being connected with nature by way of stone, thatch and natural wood construction. Awaken in the morning to the calls of nature from the comfort of a large, cozy bed. When you are ready to start the day’s adventure, freshen up in the en-suite bathroom that offers a large stone vanity with two vessel sinks, shower, and toilet. You can then curl up with a cup of coffee or tea on your private elevated wood deck that surrounds the entire banda or in the relaxing sitting area, both of which provide breathtaking views of the Ruaha’s wilderness reserve.
Day 1
Day Notes:
After arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport, make your way to the domestic terminal for your light aircraft flight to Ruaha National Park, where you will be staying at Ikuka Safari Camp for 4 nights. Settle in and then join your first shared afternoon game drive.
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Charter Flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR] to Msembe Airstrip
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Transfer from Msembe Airstrip to Ikuka Safari Camp
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Check-in to Ikuka Safari Camp
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Shared afternoon game drive
Day 2 - 4
Day Notes:
Activities included at Ikuka Safari Camp are the following:
- Shared morning and afternoon game drives
- 1x walking safari per stay
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Shared morning and afternoon safari activities
Pemba Island, Tanzania
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Fundu Lagoon
Day 5 - 10
Whether you are looking for an exotic Indian Ocean diving experience or honeymoon location, this Tazanian paradise is unspoiled. Fundu Lagoon is a remote and peaceful resort, only accessible by boat. Set on a beautiful beach in South West of Pemba Island, it is privately owned and run with the love for the natural environment that surrounds it; the epitome of shabby chic - stylish, cosseting and totally relaxed.
Day 5
Day Notes:
Enjoy a last morning activity and breakfast in the bush, before heading on to Pemba, by flight, road and a short boat ride. Check-in and enjoy the afternoon at the beach, maybe have a sundowner drink at the pier bar!
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Check-out from Ikuka Safari Camp
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Transfer from Ikuka Safari Camp to Msembe Airstrip
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Charter Flight from Msembe Airstrip to Pemba Airport [PMA]
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Transfer from Pemba Airport [PMA] to Mkoani Harbour
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Cruise from Mkoani Harbour to Fundu Lagoon
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Check-in to Fundu Lagoon
Day 6 - 7
Day Notes:
On your first day at the beach, go out on an unguided mangrove canoe safari. There is also snorkelling equipment included, which is available for unguided snorkelling.
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Unguided mangrove canoe safari
Day 8
Day Notes:
This morning, after breakfast, enjoy a dolphin safari for two and explore the beautiful coastal waters. Unguided kayaking is another activity that you can try.
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Dolphin safari
Day 9
Day Notes:
Included in your beach adventure is a 60-minute massage at the spa (per person per stay), after which you can relax on the beach, take a swim or have a nap.
In the evening, you can have a private dinner prepared for two on the beach.
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Spa massage
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Private beach dinner
Day 10
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Check-out from Fundu Lagoon
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Cruise from Fundu Lagoon to Mkoani Harbour
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Transfer from Mkoani Harbour to Pemba Airport [PMA]
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Charter Flight from Pemba Airport [PMA] to Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR]
End of Itinerary
Destinations
Ruaha National Park
Pemba Island
Accommodations
Ikuka Safari Camp
Fundu Lagoon
STAY 4 PAY 3 NIGHTS AT IKUKA & STAY 5 PAY 4 NIGHTS AT FUNDU (SPECIAL EXCLUDES CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR)
November 2026, 1-19 December 2026, 1-15 March 2027
- Per person sharing: US$ 5,490
- Single/solo traveller*: US$ 7,425
- Supplement for Beachside Room: US$ 695
IKUKA IS CLOSED 16 MARCH TO MAY 2026 AND FUNDU IS CLOSED JUNE 2026
July - October 2026
- Per person sharing: US$ 6,485
- Single/solo traveller*: US$ 8,735
- Supplement for Beachside Room: US$ 745
20 December 2026 - 4 January 2027
- Per person sharing: US$ 7,625
- Single/solo traveller*: US$ 9,880
- Supplement for Beachside Room: US$ 240
5 January - 28 February 2027
- Per person sharing: US$ 5,845
- Single/solo traveller*: US$ 7,780
- Supplement for Beachside Room: US$ 745
*An additional flight supplement might apply to solo travellers if the minimum number of 2 passengers is not met per flight segment.
Tanzania trip to Ruaha and Pemba
We were the only 2 passengers into Ruaha and arrived ahead of schedule after a very smooth, easy flight. And essentially we were the only people staying at the River Lodge, so we were treated very well and had our own driver and guide the whole time. I truly enjoyed our stay in Ruaha - it is a beautiful park, particularly after the rain. We had some great lion sightings and even watched them with a kill.
On to Pemba and again the flight was on time, easy flight, etc. The road transfer ride Saray is interesting to watch the scenery go by and our driver was friendly and bought us bananas on the way! We were met with a very-appreciated cold drink and made to feel very welcome. Mum and I snorkelled one day and I kayaked in the mangroves another day. Otherwise we enjoyed watching the view horizontally (that is lying on the couches watching the water). We met some fascinating people from all areas of the globe. It feels like one big happy family at KS, a very relaxed welcoming approach.
So we had a fantastic time. Flights ran on time, the weather was good, and we were very well looked after at both our destinations.
Tanzania – 10-day Selous & Ruaha Safari – Private Fly-in
For my first-time safari experience in Tanzania, I could not have chosen a more professional and yet friendly travel agent to work with. Ines Moosman with Indigo Safaris, covered all areas of fly-in safari life, and explained in detail every aspect of my travel requirements and experience. Ines also quickly responded to my questions, and explained how my choices would affect my travel--something that was particularly important for a first-time solo traveler. Thanks to Ines and Indigo Safari's efforts, it looks like I may be rearranging my future trips list, and taking a look at Botswana next after all.
Excellent game drives with knowledgeable guides in both Rufiji River Camp in Selous (Nyerere National Park ) and Ruaha River Lodge in Ruaha National Park. I can't say enough about the attentive camp managers, comfortable accommodations and exceptional food in both camps.
Pemba Island Break
came home feeling relaxed refreshed and revitalized, ready to take on the new year, so I feel we had a “real” holiday. All the diving was outstanding with unbelievably excellent visibility. Two dives in particular were very special for me –one was exhilarating flying through the current at Emelio’s back passage and the other was another dive site at Fundu Gap (I think it was Manta Point) where the coral and the fish were superb. The service from all the staff was attentive and caring. Craig and Sam were very professional and excellent dive leaders, as well as being fun, interesting and good company. Elaf created some delicious fish dishes, all meals were so beautifully presented.
Adam Beach & Safari, Tanzania
3 weeks in Tanzania including safari and time on the coast on Pemba and Zanzibar. Ines really worked well with us suggesting a great trip outline.
Pemba Island, Crater, Central Serengeti, and Tarangire National Park Honeymoon
The Ayana was absolutely stunning, I think probably the nicest resort that either of us have ever stayed at. Gorgeous grounds, gorgeous rooms, lovely staff, and the food blew us away — it was fine dining level, which was even more impressive considering the resort location. We were excited for dinner every night to see what new, interesting, and delicious things were on the menu
The diving was wonderful, very professional and stocked with solid gear, and the small group size (we never had more than four other divers with us) relative to the number of dive guides (two on every trip) was great. We loved our dive guide, who made us feel super comfortable and managed to help us see everything on our bucket list, including a turtle and octopus. The diving was just stunning, unlike anything we had ever seen before, with amazing coral and really interesting walls and ridges. We also really enjoyed the variety of dives, which included a mangrove diving experience. Finally, we appreciated that they would take us to little beaches and coves for surface intervals—a really nice way to spend the time.
Moving on to safari, we were blown away by wildlife that we saw on safari. We had no idea that we would get to see so many animals so consistently. In addition to TONs of giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalo, baboons, antelope, wildebeest, warthogs, and ostrich, we saw MANY elephants and lions doing a whole variety of activities, including playing in water holes (elephants) and lions hunting successfully, eating a buffalo, and climbing trees, plus a pride of 20 male, female, and baby lions lounging and playing. We also even managed to see a rhino, leopards, and a cheetah, so checked off our full big 5. It was truly beyond our wildest expectations. It felt like at each park we went to, we saw more than the park before. We were glad that we did all three (Ngorogoro, Serengeti, and Tarangire) because each felt unique and different.
Our safari guide was wonderful — so knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience, and also just a fun, enjoyable person to spend 5 days with — he felt like a friend by the end.
We really enjoyed all of the lodges and camps that we stayed at on safari. The staff at each were so warm and friendly. Tarangire Ndovu was especially a highlight for us —we enjoyed relaxing at the beautiful pool and common area after a long day on safari, and the tents were super luxurious.
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