11 Days Tanzania Off the Beaten Path Safari
Overview
This unique itinerary is designed for adventurous travelers seeking authentic, lesser-known experiences in Tanzania’s most remote and untouched destinations. Journey through diverse landscapes, from rugged mountains to secluded national parks and picturesque lakes, each offering a rare glimpse into Tanzania’s incredible biodiversity and cultural richness.
Starting in the scenic Arusha region, you’ll explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Continue on to the unspoiled wilderness of Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park, where you’ll encounter exceptional wildlife far from the usual safari routes. Venture into the southern highlands to discover the pristine beauty of Kitulo National Park, also known as the “Garden of God” for its unique flora, especially during the blooming season.
Your adventure wraps up with a visit to Lake Natron, a surreal alkaline lake at the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai, the “Mountain of God.” Here, witness a breathtaking landscape of flamingos, volcanic formations, and red waters that appear otherworldly. This off-the-beaten-path safari combines thrilling wildlife encounters, remote landscapes, and immersive cultural experiences, offering you a side of Tanzania few get to see.
Perfect for seasoned safari-goers and curious explorers, this journey promises an extraordinary adventure in some of Tanzania’s most remote and beautiful corners. Join us and discover the wild heart of Tanzania like never before!
Itenerary
Day 1: Arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport
Upon arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport (DAR), you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Dar es Salaam city for relaxation after your International flight. Dar es Salaam city is a gateway to all Tanzania’s Southern circuit parks
Overnight stay in Dar es Salaam
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 2: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (Selous)
Morning after breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel and driven to Nyerere National Park. It takes 5 hours drive away from Dar es Salaam city. You will arrive at your camp/lodge in time for lunch. After a few hours of relaxation; you will go for a boat safari along the Rufiji River. Return to the camp/lodge in the evening after a beautiful sunset view.
Overnight stay in Nyerere National Park
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3 & 4: Nyerere National Park (Selous)
You have an option of full day game drives or morning and afternoon game drives. You can discuss with your guide. Nyerere National Park is the largest park in Tanzania it offers a wide range of habitats to explore from grassland savannah to flood plains and miombo woodland and it is a home to variety of wildlife including the African wild dogs, lion prides, elephants, giraffes to mention few.
Overnight stay in Nyerere National Park
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Nyerere National Park to Mikumi National Park.
Optional walking safari, transfer to Mikumi with packed lunch boxes. It takes 8 to 9 hours drive. Arrive at your lodge for dinner.
Overnight stay in Mikumi
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Mikumi National Park
After breakfast at your lodge, transfer to Mikumi National Park for a full day game drive with picnic lunches. In the evening return to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay. Mikumi National Park has variety of animals including lion, zebra, giraffe, elephant, hippopotamus, buffalo, impalas, warthog as well as leopard.
Overnight stay in Mikumi
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Maasai Boma visit. Transfer to Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, you will visit Maasai village which is close to Mikumi Park before you leave Mikumi to drive to Ruaha national park via Iringa. A drive from Mikumi to Ruaha takes about 5 -6 hours. Optional Night game drive is available, advance booking required.
Overnight stay in Ruaha
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8 & 9: Ruaha National Park
Enjoy 2 full days of game drive to explore this Tanzania’s second largest National park which is still undiscovered, it is a true hidden gem. The landscape of Ruaha National Park is really fascinating park, is mainly characterized by baobab trees and acacia trees and The Great Ruaha River that flows through the park.
Ruaha has large population of African elephants, prides of lion as well as endangered African wild dogs. It is also a home to great mammals like kudu, sable and roan antelopes which cannot be found in any other national park in Tanzania. Other animals can be spotted here include leopards, cheetahs, giraffes. Many zebras, elands, impala, bat eared foxes and jackals live in the park.
Overnight stay in Ruaha
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 10: Ruaha National Park to Mikumi
After breakfast at your lodge/camp, transfer to Mikumi village with packed lunch boxes. Upon arrival at your lodge you will be checked in then go for relaxation after a long drive.
Overnight stay in Mikumi
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 11: Mikumi to Dar es Salaam
Transfer from Mikumi to Dar es salaam Airport for your departure flight back home. This is a 5-hour drive.
Inclusions
Airport transfers
Full board accommodation during safari (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and Bed & Breakfast in Arusha hotels.
Park fees as per itinerary
1 Ngorongoro crater game drive fee
Maasai boma visit and Karatu village tour
Private Safari vehicle with open-up roof
Service of a professional English speaking driver guide
All Taxes and VAT
Drinking water
One way flight from Serengeti-Seronera Airstrip to Kilimanjaro Airport.
Exclusuions
Any International flights
Any domestic flights not mentioned above
Tips for the guide or hotel/camp/lodges staffs
Optional hot air balloon ride
Optional Olduvai George visit
Visa for Tanzania
Travel insurance
Any item for personal nature