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Tanzania – 7-day Southern Tanzania Rustic Safari – Private fly-in

7 days / 6 nights
Nyerere National Park • Ruaha National Park

Country

Tanzania

Duration

7 days

Highlights

Nyerere National Park

Ruaha National Park

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Tanzania – 7-day Southern Tanzania Rustic Safari – Private fly-in

From $4,330
Lake Manze Tented Camp
Ruaha National Park
Mdonya Old River Camp
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park

Includes

Flights Dar es Salaam – Selous – Ruaha – Dar Es Salaam including 15kg hold & 5kg hand luggage
6 nights accommodation on full board basis
2 daily, shared game activities
Park and concession fees

Excludes

International Flights
Drinks
Visas
Travel insurance
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day for the guide and the same for the lodge staff
Increase in park fees and tax

Itinerary

Nyerere National Park, Tanzania

Formerly the northern part of Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere National Park is Tanzania's largest National Park. Stretching over an impressive 30,893 square kilometres, the park is home to some of the world’s largest concentrations of wildlife, and the incredible diversity and sheer volume of animals draw visitors from around the globe. Travellers can look forward to spotting a wide collection of common and rare species including the famous Big Five, some rare species of antelopes like Roan Antelope, and large concentrations of elephant and hippos. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a boating safari on the exquisite Rufiji River, spot the endangered African wild dog, and enjoy a guided walking safari with a highly knowledgeable guide.
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
  • Lake Manze Tented Camp

    Day 1 - 4

    LAKE MANZE - Experience adventure! Keep it natural!
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    Lake Manze Tented Camp
    +10

Day 1

Day Notes:

Depart from Dar es Salaam airport with a scheduled chartered flight to Nyerere National Park ex Selous Game Reserve. You will be met at the airstrip and transferred to camp where you will spend your first 3 nights on safari.

 

  • Charter Flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR] to Mtemere Airstrip

  • Transfer from Mtemere Airstrip to Lake Manze Tented Camp

  • Check-in to Lake Manze Tented Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 3

Day Notes:

Morning and afternoon shared safari activities, which include:

  • Morning and afternoon (including night drive)
  • Boat cruises
  • Walking safaris - min age is 16 years

  • Morning and afternoon shared safari activities

Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

Following its recent expansion, Ruaha is currently East Africa’s biggest national park and the second-largest on the African continent. It is also Tanzania’s most sizeable elephant haven and home to a profusion of around 570 bird species, including kingfishers, plovers, egrets, hornbills and sunbirds. Crocodiles and hippos thrive in the Great Ruaha River, which flows along the sanctuary’s eastern border in the rainy season. In the dry season between July and November, animals flock to the last remaining water sources, presenting an exceptional wildlife spectacle.
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
+23
  • Mdonya Old River Camp

    Day 4 - 7

    MDONYA OLD RIVER- Think wild.
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    Mdonya Old River Camp
    +5

Day 4

Day Notes:

After breakfast, you will have a game drive back to the airstrip, where you will board your flight to Selous Game Reserve. Once you land in Ruaha National Park, you will be collected and transferred to your new camp. Freshen up, have lunch and a rest, before you go on your first afternoon game drive in the new environment.

  • Check-out from Lake Manze Tented Camp

  • Transfer from Lake Manze Tented Camp to Mtemere Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Mtemere Airstrip to Msembe Airstrip

  • Check-in to Mdonya Old River Camp

  • Transfer from Msembe Airstrip to Mdonya Old River Camp

  • Afternoon shared game drive

Day 5 - 6

Day Notes:

Shared morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives

Day 7

  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Mdonya Old River Camp

  • Transfer from Mdonya Old River Camp to Msembe Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Msembe Airstrip to Julius Nyerere International Airport [DAR]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Nyerere National Park
Tanzania
Day 1-2

Nyerere National Park

Formerly the northern part of Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere National Park is Tanzania's largest National Park.
Ruaha National Park
Tanzania
Day 4-5

Ruaha National Park

Following its recent expansion, Ruaha is currently East Africa’s biggest national park and the second-largest on the African continent.

Accommodations

Lake Manze Tented Camp
Nyerere National Park
Day 1-4

Lake Manze Tented Camp

LAKE MANZE - Experience adventure! Keep it natural! .
Mdonya Old River Camp
Ruaha National Park
Day 4-7

Mdonya Old River Camp

MDONYA OLD RIVER- Think wild.

1 June 2025 - 15 March 2026 - INCLUDES 1 FREE NIGHT AT OLD MDONYA

  • Per person based on 2 sharing: US$ 4,330
  • Single traveller: US$ 4,830
  • Child from 6 - 16 years sharing with parents: US$ 2,340

THE CAMPS ARE CLOSED BETWEEN 16 MARCH - 1 JUNE 

1 - 30 June - 1 November - 20 December 2026 & 10 January - 15 March 2027 - INCLUDES A LONG STAY DISOCUNT

  • Per person based on 2 sharing: US$ 4,450
  • Single traveller: US$ 4,950
  • Child from 8 - 14 years sharing with parents: US$ 2,430

1 July - 31 October, 21 December 2026 - 9 January 2027 INCLUDES A LONG STAY DISOCUNT

  • Per person based on 2 sharing: US$ 4,925
  • Single traveller: US$ 5,425
  • Child from 8 - 14 years sharing with parents: US$ 2,665

 

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.

Heloise Price
First-time safari experience in Tanzania

Tanzania – 7-day Taste of the North Safari

Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire combined Safari
Dickson our driver is a true gentleman and has been driving Safari trips for over 20 years. His knowledge about animals and the Reserves is hard gained and invaluable.
Other Safari drivers acknowledged him everywhere we went and it is obvious he is well respected. The descent into the crater is steep and takes driving skills. We again saw a lot of wildlife within the crater. The lodge at Tarangire is to die for. Wow the views worth the whole safari trip.

Would I book with Indigo Safaris again. 110%. Another country and another experience.

Rowland Davies
Would I book with Indigo Safaris again? 110%

Tanzania – Mikumi and Zanzibar

Having a fantastic holiday! Great wildlife in Mikumi and the camp suited us perfectly. Thanks for advice on Zanzibar too, the place is ideal for kids. It will be hard to go back to Scotland tomorrow, this has brought back many happy memories of time spent living in Africa.

Lucy and Ross Paterson
Fantastic holiday

Tanzania – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Our safari in Tanzania was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived at Serengeti National Park, everything was fantastic — the camp was perfect, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The warm welcome, enthusiasm, attention, and constant smiles from everyone made our stay even more special.

At Tarangire, we once again enjoyed excellent service, a beautiful tent, and wonderful hospitality. Everything was perfectly organized. We were still delighted with our stay and overall experience.

From start to finish, the trip went smoothly and was perfectly managed. For a first safari in Tanzania, it was an incredible success. Thank you, Christopher, and the entire team for making this such a memorable adventure!

Caroline Hummel
An incredible success

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.

Colleen Jenkins
Fantastic time!

17-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Expedition with Zanzibar Beach Break

Some days passed since we got back to Argentina. We just wanted to thank you for your support and assistance in our trip to Tanzania, which was an incredible experience for us as a family, one of the most beautiful trips we made by far! Send our regards to Christopher as well please. Hope we can plan a trip again soon!

Hernan Hoiak
The most beautiful trip we made by far