6-Day Ruaha & Nyerere Wilderness
Tanzania's wild south — boat safaris on the Rufiji, walking safaris and almost no other vehicles in sight.
- Boat safari on the Rufiji River
- Guided walking safari with an armed ranger
- Largest elephant population in East Africa
- Fly-in from Dar es Salaam
Day by day
- 1
Arrival and briefing
Airport pickup, a relaxed briefing with your guide and your first night before Ruaha.
- 2
Ruaha
A full day exploring Ruaha with your private guide — early start, picnic lunch in the field, back to camp for sundowners.
- 3
Nyerere (Selous)
A full day exploring Nyerere (Selous) with your private guide — early start, picnic lunch in the field, back to camp for sundowners.
- 4
Ruaha
A full day exploring Ruaha with your private guide — early start, picnic lunch in the field, back to camp for sundowners.
- 5
Nyerere (Selous)
A full day exploring Nyerere (Selous) with your private guide — early start, picnic lunch in the field, back to camp for sundowners.
- 6
Departure
A slow morning, souvenir stop and your transfer to the airport.
What's included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and unlimited mileage
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All park and conservation fees
- Full-board accommodation as listed
- Airport transfers and bottled drinking water
- Flying-doctor emergency evacuation cover
Not included
- International flights and Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance (required)
- Tips for guides, porters and camp staff
- Optional balloon safaris and spa treatments
- Personal items, drinks and laundry
Good to know
›When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
June to October is dry, cool and the classic safari window. January to March is green, quieter and the calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains — cheapest, wettest, and still lovely if you don't mind mud.
›How do I book, and what deposit do you need?
Send a request from any package page. We reply within 24 hours with a tailored quote. A 30% deposit confirms your dates and the balance is due 30 days before arrival.
›Is the price per person?
Yes — all prices shown are per person sharing a double or twin room, based on two travellers. Solo travellers and larger groups get a recalculated quote.
›Do I need vaccinations or a visa?
A tourist visa is available online or on arrival. Yellow fever proof is only required if you're arriving from a country where it's endemic. Talk to your travel clinic about malaria prophylaxis.
›How fit do I need to be for Kilimanjaro?
You don't need to be an athlete, but you should be comfortable walking 5-7 hours a day for a week. Our longer routes have far higher summit rates because of the extra acclimatisation day.
