2-Day Saadani Wildlife Safari by the Ocean

2-Day Saadani Wildlife Safari by the Ocean

Offered by: USD Safaris & Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 2 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Dar es Salaam and Saadani
This 2-day safari takes you to Saadani National Park, the only wildlife park in East Africa with direct access to the Indian Ocean. From watching elephants and giraffes against the backdrop of the sea to relaxing along untouched beaches, this tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and travelers seeking a truly off-the-beaten-path experience.

Route

Start Dar es Salaam (Day 1)
Day 2 Morning River Safari & Return to Dar
End and Saadani

Tour Features

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Saadani National Park – Game Drive & Sunset Day 2: Morning River Safari & Return to Dar

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Dar es Salaam, and Saadani
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
TANAPA Saadani Bandas Budget banda located inside Saadani NP (Tanzania Beaches)
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
No accommodation
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Dar es Salaam to Saadani National Park – Game Drive & Sunset
Morning 🏨TANAPA Saadani Bandas Budget banda located inside Saadani NP (Tanzania Beaches) 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
6:00 am– Pick-up from your hotel/residence You'll depart early from Dar es Salaam with your private driver-guide. You'll enjoy the landscapes as you head north along the coast. You'll arrive at Saadani National Park, check in at the gate, freshen up briefly, and enter the park. The road opens into wide savannahs and coastal forests — home to giraffes, warthogs, buffaloes, and antelopes. Your guide will navigate through the park's rich habitats. Keep an eye out for elephants near the mangroves and lion tracks along sandy trails. At 13:30 afternoon enjoy lunch packed at the picnic site near the Wami River In the late afternoon, head out for a short game drive or walk along the beach. The sun sets over both land and sea — a moment you won’t forget. At 6:30 pm, you'll check in at Saadani Bandas and freshen up. At 7:30 pm, you'll enjoy dinner with the sounds of nature surrounding you. Before or after dinner, your guide will briefly recap the day's sightings and explain tomorrow's plan.
Day 2 Morning River Safari & Return to Dar
Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
At 6:30–8:00 am, you'll enjoy a boat safari along the Wami River. You'll glide quietly on the river as hippos bathe, crocodiles bask on the banks, and fish eagles fly overhead. This is one of the most peaceful ways to start a safari day. At 8:30 am, you'll return from the boat trip and enjoy a full breakfast by the beach. At 10:00 am, you'll check out and begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam. Afternoon, around 1:30 pm, you will stop at Bagamoyo for a simple lunch en route. You'll arrive in Dar es Salaam and be dropped off at your preferred location. You'll end the tour with unforgettable memories.

Rates

From: $450 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

No upcoming group dates found in database (group_climbs).

Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Dar es Salaam

End: and Saadani

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safaris & Tours
USD Safaris & Tours
4.9/5 • 1600 reviews