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This great 10-day Southern Tanzania Bush and Beach itinerary is a perfect combo of the lesser explored regions of Selous National Park and Ruaha. Stay in 2 beautiful lodges offering unique experiences in very rustic and very luxurious venues. Finish off with a 3-night trip to the magical spice island of Zanzibar to soak up some sunshine along tropical beaches. Matemwe Lodge is the place to be for views and romance. The ultimate bush-beach safari experience.
SELOUS GAME RESERVE TANZANIA
STAY 3 NIGHTS
Enjoy Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Flora, History and Culture, Star Gazing, Wildlife, and more
Sand Rivers Selous offers a superb all-round experience of Tanzania safaris with opportunities for everything from game drives in open-sided game vehicles, walking safaris, boat safaris, fly-camps or combinations of all the above.
RUAHA NATIONAL PARK TANZANIA
STAY 3 NIGHTS
Enjoy Adventure, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, and moor
This camp in Tanzania is situated in Ruaha’s most productive wildlife area, ensuring that guests get great game-viewing opportunities. Kwihala Camp is the most affordable of all the Ruaha accommodation camps, making it a preferred choice for those on a tight budget.
EAST COAST ZANZIBAR ZANZIBAR
STAY 3 NIGHTS
Enjoy Beach/Coastal, Fishing, History and Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Watersports, and more
Vibrant yet laid-back Matemwe Lodge has perfected the tropical island experience. Perched on an outcrop overlooking a shallow, coral-fringed lagoon, Matemwe Lodge’s famously relaxed atmosphere makes it the ideal place to unwind. Whether you take a break in a hammock or dive the depths of the Indian Ocean, Matemwe Lodge provides an unbeatable island escape. Find 12 beach-chic chalets scattered through the lush gardens with private sea-facing verandas. Dive and fish at Mnemba Atoll.
Southern Tanzania Bush and Beach
This great itinerary is a perfect combo of the lesser explored regions of Selous National Park and Ruaha. Finish off with a 3 night trip to the magical spice island of Zanzibar to soak up some sunshine along tropical beaches.
A local representative will meet you off your international flight into Dar es Salaam. From here board your flight to Ruaha National Park. Your guide collect you from the airstrip. Arrive in time for dinner at Kwihala Camp, set in a beautifully diverse landscape that ranges from baobab forests, granite kopjes and open plains to cooling rivers and woodland valleys. Your Africa adventure begins!
Activities For The Day
Game Drives
Night Game Drives
Walking Safari
On safari – Game drives in Ruaha National Park both in the morning and evening. Relax in camp during the afternoon siesta period with a good book.
Activities For The Day
Game Drives
Night Game Drives
Walking Safari
A final full day of safari activities to be enjoyed.
After breakfast and farewells, your guide will transfer you from Kwihala to the Ruaha airstrip for your scheduled flight to Selous airstrip. Selous Game Reserve, named after the famous British explorer and hunter, Courteney Selous is where you’ll spend your next 3 nights. Your guide will transfer you to Sand Rivers Selous in time for lunch. Your afternoon activity awaits after freshening up.
Activities For The Day
Bush Picnics
On safari – A typical morning will encompass an early rise followed by a light breakfast and coffee/tea before embarking on your morning game drive. A return to camp at around 10h00 for a hearty brunch and a siesta. Meet again later on that afternoon for tea and scones in the traditional British way before setting out on your evening game drive. Your guide will be sure to pick a great spot for Gin & Tonic sundowners as you cap off another magical day in Africa with a splendid sunset. Head back to camp to enjoy a delicious evening meal in the company of your guide and fellow guests.
After lunch, there is time to unwind and relax before heading out for a late afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle. The afternoon culminates at the regular sundowner spot where you are afforded the perfect setting from where to enjoy the African sunset.
A final full day to make the most of the activities on offer.
After breakfast and final farewells, board your shared charter flight to Zanzibar Island for some R&R on the white sands and turquoise waters of the spice island. A local representative will transfer you to Matemwe Lodge.
Activities For The Day
Water Based Activities
Excursions
Spa Facilities
The day is your to either relax next to the pool or take in the various activities on offer at the resort. Explore the island through excursions organised at the front desk. Why not do a tour to Stone Town to learn of it’s rich Arabic history or visit the house Freddie Mercury grew up in. Fishing and snorkeling excursions are other popular outings.
Activities For The Day
Water Based Activities
Excursions
Spa Facilities
Your final full day on the island.
This morning a local representative will transfer you to the airport in time for your flight to Dar Es Salaam and your onwards connecting international flight.
STARTS FROM DAR ES SALAAM TANZANIA
ENDS AT DAR ES SALAAM TANZANIA
From $4,386
per person sharing