15:40 hrs Arrival at Ruaha airstrip. Met by your camp vehicle, transfer to camp for lunch. Late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at tented lodge.
6 Day Ruaha and Selous Safari – Tour of the Giants in Southern Tanzania
Book NowEmbark on a 6 day fly in safari through Southern Tanzania, combining the dramatic wilderness of Ruaha National Park with the river rich landscapes of Nyerere National Park (Selous). This journey is designed for travelers seeking large wildlife concentrations, low crowd density, and immersive safari activities across two of Tanzania’s most untamed ecosystems.
In Ruaha, explore vast savannahs and baobab studded plains known for large elephant herds, big cat sightings, and exceptional birdlife. Continue to Selous, where the mighty Rufiji River sets the stage for a rare mix of game drives, walking safaris, and boat safaris, offering close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, lions, elephants, and African wild dogs.
With charter flights between parks and stays in intimate tented lodges, this safari delivers a refined yet adventurous experience, ideal for seasoned safari travelers, photographers, and those seeking an authentic off grid African escape.
Itinerary Details
We can make use of other camps and lodges in the area. Please ask your safari consultant for details.
This is an ideal itinerary for those wishing to extend their safari from Arusha, or a short getaway to Ruaha/Nyerere from Dar es Salaam. Ask your safari consultant to plan an extension to Pemba, Zanzibar, or Mafia islands.
