Burigi Chato National Park, located in northwestern Tanzania, is a relatively new and less-visited park, offering a more pristine wilderness experience. It's known for its diverse habitats, including savannah, wetlands, forests, and hills, and boasts a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, various antelopes (like impalas, waterbuck and the impressive Cape Eland), and predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas. The park is also a birdwatcher's paradise with over 400 recorded species. Burigi Chato National Park is an excellent choice for travelers seeking an authentic and uncrowded safari. Its relative newness means the infrastructure is still developing, but this also contributes to its untouched feel. The drive from Mwanza is significant (around 5 – 6 hours by car), making two days a good, albeit somewhat rushed, option to experience the park. A professional safari guide is essential for maximizing your wildlife sightings and ensuring your safety, given the less-trafficked nature of some areas. They will also provide invaluable insights into the ecosystem and animal behavior.
Tour Features
| Budget Tour: | This tour includes budget camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared Tour: | On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 |
Camping
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All Meals Included |
| 2 |
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Breakfast & Lunch Included |
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1Mwanza to Burigi Chato National Park - Afternoon Game Drive
Soon after an early breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Mwanza. Begin your scenic drive to Burigi Chato National Park (approximately 5-6 hours). The journey will take you through rural Tanzanian landscapes, offering glimpses of local life and changing scenery. Your guide will provide commentary on the areas you pass through. Arrive at the park gate, complete registration, and head to a scenic spot inside the park and have your packed lunch. Embark on your first exhilarating afternoon game drive. Burigi Chato's diverse habitats mean you could encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and various antelopes. Keep an eye out for predators like hyenas or leopards. Your guide will focus on areas known for wildlife activity. Find a scenic viewpoint to enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the vast plains and hills of Burigi Chato. This is a fantastic opportunity for photography. In the afternoon, return to your campsite and set up the tents. Enjoy the sounds of the African bush under a starry sky. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your tents.
Accommodation: Camping,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
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2Full Day Game Drive & Return to Mwanza
Enjoy an early breakfast at your camp. Depart for an early morning game drive. This is often the best time for wildlife viewing, as animals are more active in the cooler hours. Your guide will lead you to different sections of the park, exploring wetlands and forested areas where you might spot hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species, including waterfowl and potentially rare sightings like the African fish eagle or Marabou stork. You might also focus on areas where the impressive Cape Eland is often found. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated scenic spot within the park, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the natural surroundings. Embark on a final game drive as you make your way towards the park exit, trying to spot any animals you might have missed earlier. Depart from Burigi Chato National Park. Drive back to Mwanza. Arrive back in Mwanza and transfer to your hotel, concluding your Burigi Chato safari adventure.
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Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Jul 09 2025 to Jul 09 2026 | $1148 | $835 | $731 | $679 | $648 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
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Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
| Budget Tour: | This tour includes budget camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared Tour: | On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 |
Camping,
|
All Meals Included |
| 2 |
,
|
Breakfast & Lunch Included |
-
1Mwanza to Burigi Chato National Park - Afternoon Game Drive
Soon after an early breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Mwanza. Begin your scenic drive to Burigi Chato National Park (approximately 5-6 hours). The journey will take you through rural Tanzanian landscapes, offering glimpses of local life and changing scenery. Your guide will provide commentary on the areas you pass through. Arrive at the park gate, complete registration, and head to a scenic spot inside the park and have your packed lunch. Embark on your first exhilarating afternoon game drive. Burigi Chato's diverse habitats mean you could encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and various antelopes. Keep an eye out for predators like hyenas or leopards. Your guide will focus on areas known for wildlife activity. Find a scenic viewpoint to enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the vast plains and hills of Burigi Chato. This is a fantastic opportunity for photography. In the afternoon, return to your campsite and set up the tents. Enjoy the sounds of the African bush under a starry sky. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your tents.
Accommodation: Camping, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
-
2Full Day Game Drive & Return to Mwanza
Enjoy an early breakfast at your camp. Depart for an early morning game drive. This is often the best time for wildlife viewing, as animals are more active in the cooler hours. Your guide will lead you to different sections of the park, exploring wetlands and forested areas where you might spot hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species, including waterfowl and potentially rare sightings like the African fish eagle or Marabou stork. You might also focus on areas where the impressive Cape Eland is often found. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated scenic spot within the park, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the natural surroundings. Embark on a final game drive as you make your way towards the park exit, trying to spot any animals you might have missed earlier. Depart from Burigi Chato National Park. Drive back to Mwanza. Arrive back in Mwanza and transfer to your hotel, concluding your Burigi Chato safari adventure.
Includes & Excludes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Jul 09 2025 to Jul 09 2026 | $1148 | $835 | $731 | $679 | $648 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
-
Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya Tanzania Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
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