4 Days : Nyerere National Park and Mikumi Private Tour
Offered by - Gecko Adventure Tanzania
Tour Features
Escape to an unforgettable experience through Tanzania's southern safari circuit, exploring the diverse ecosystems of Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve) and Mikumi National Park. This journey can give you unforgettable experience on the all 4days of your safari, experience game drives as well as boat safari at the great Rufiji river have an opportunity to discover more adventure
Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
1-2 | Selous Ngalawa Camp No images available | Lunch & Dinner Included |
3 | TANAPA Bandas No images available | All Meals Included |
4 | Budget Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Dar-es-salaam - Nyerere National Park (Selous GR) - EveningDrive from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (fSelous Game Reserve), approximately 5 to 6 hours drive, passing through scenic rural landscapes and traditional villages. Upon arrival at the park, you’ll check in at your Ngalawa Camp and enjoy your hot lunch. In the late afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Rufiji River, one of Africa’s largest rivers. This relaxing yet thrilling experience offers close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of birds such as kingfishers and fish eagles. The river’s stunning scenery, especially at sunset, provides a magical start to your safari. Overnight at Selous Ngalawa Camp (Meal Plans: Lunch & Dinner).
Main Destination: Nyerere (Selous) NP
Accommodation: Selous Ngalawa Camp
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Nyerere National Park - A full day game driveAfter your hot breakfast, go for a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park, one of Africa’s largest and most untouched wilderness areas. The park’s diverse landscape ranging from miombo woodlands and open savannahs to swamps and lakes supports a wide variety of wildlife. As you explore the vast terrain with your experienced guide, you’ll have the chance to encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, impalas, wildebeests, and possibly predators like lions, leopards, and the elusive African wild dogs, the park is also rich in birdlife, with over 440 recorded species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a designated spot inside the park, and continue with the game drives till sunset. Overnight at Selous Ngalawa Camp (Meal Plans: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
Main Destination: Nyerere (Selous) NP
Accommodation: Selous Ngalawa Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 3 - Mikumi National Park - Game DriveDepart from Nyerere National Park to Mikumi National Park for a game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at TANAPA Bandas (Meals Plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included).
Main Destination: Mikumi National Park
Accommodation: TANAPA Bandas
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 4 - Morning game drive later drive back to Dar-es-salaamIf our time on our permit allows us, you will have a short morning game drive before our departure, approximately 5 to 6 hours drive to Dar-es-salaam. (Meals Plan : Breakfast & Lunch)
Main Destination: Mikumi National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- 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
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 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
Rates Per Person
Aug 27, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- 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
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 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
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.
This tour starts in Dar es Salaam and ends in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
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.
This tour starts in Dar es Salaam and ends in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By

Gecko Adventure Tanzania



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