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7-Day Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape

Offered by: USD Safaris & Tours

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Journey Snapshot

🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 7 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape

Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By

This 7-day journey blends the wild, untouched beauty of Southern Tanzania with the turquoise shores of Zanzibar. Explore Nyerere National Park’s vast wilderness and Rufiji River, discover Mikumi’s wildlife-rich plains, and enjoy authentic safari experiences away from the crowds. Conclude your adventure with relaxing beach days in Zanzibar, where white sands and warm Indian Ocean waters offer the perfect ending to an unforgettable Tanzanian escape.

Route

Start	Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape (Day 1)
Day 2	Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere
Day 3	Nyerere – Transfer to Mikumi National Park
Day 4	Morning Game Drive – Return to Dar – Flight to Zanzibar
Day 5	Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation & Optional Excursions
Day 6	Zanzibar – Leisure or Optional Excursions
Day 7	Departure
End	Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape

Tour Features

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Nyerere National Park & Sunset Boat Safari Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere Day 3: Nyerere – Transfer to Mikumi National Park Day 4: Morning Game Drive – Return to Dar – Flight to Zanzibar Day 5: Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation & Optional Excursions Day 6: Zanzibar – Leisure or Optional Excursions Day 7: Departure

Activities & Transportation

Route: Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape
Duration: 7 days
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1

Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences View hotel

Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

2

Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Mikumi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

6

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

7

No accommodation (End of tour)

Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Dar es Salaam – Nyerere National Park & Sunset Boat Safari

⏱Morning 🏨Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences 🍽Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport, meet your guide, and drive (~4–5 hrs) to Nyerere National Park. After lunch and check-in, enjoy a sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Capture the golden light over the river while learning about the park’s ecology from your guide. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 2 Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere

⏱Morning 🏨Africa Safari Nyerere Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Nyerere NP without fences 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Early breakfast, then depart for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Nyerere boasts elephants, lions, wild dogs, buffalo, giraffes, and antelope species. The park’s varied landscape—from open savannah to riverine forests—offers intimate wildlife encounters with minimal tourist congestion. Return to the lodge at sunset, enjoy dinner, and overnight in comfort.

Day 3 Nyerere – Transfer to Mikumi National Park

⏱Morning 🏨Mikumi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mikumi NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Breakfast and drive (~5–6 hrs) to Mikumi, passing scenic villages. After lunch at the lodge, embark on an afternoon game drive. Mikumi’s open plains provide excellent visibility for lions, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes. Sunset photo opportunities are exceptional, then return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4 Morning Game Drive – Return to Dar – Flight to Zanzibar

⏱Morning 🏨Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Early morning game drive to catch active predators. After brunch, drive to Dar es Salaam and transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort. Evening at leisure to relax by the ocean. Overnight in Zanzibar.

Day 5 Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation & Optional Excursions

⏱Morning 🏨Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, spend the day enjoying the sun, sand, and warm waters of Kiwengwa Beach. Optional activities include snorkeling among colorful coral reefs, diving excursions, dolphin tours, visiting local spice farms, or exploring the historic streets and markets of Stone Town. Take time to relax on the pristine beaches, swim in the turquoise ocean, and enjoy the island’s tropical ambiance. Evening at leisure with dinner and overnight at the resort.

Day 6 Zanzibar – Leisure or Optional Excursions

⏱Morning 🏨Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend a full day enjoying Zanzibar’s tranquil beaches or exploring its cultural and natural attractions. You may choose to visit Jozani Forest to see the rare Red Colobus monkeys, take a historical tour of Stone Town, relax on the pristine sands, enjoy a sunset dhow cruise, or indulge in water sports such as snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. This day offers complete freedom to tailor your experience while soaking in the island’s tropical beauty. Dinner and overnight at the resort.

Day 7 Departure

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation (End of tour) 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar with leisure time to walk along the beach or take last-minute photographs of the turquoise waters. Later, you will be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight. Your driver-guide will assist with luggage and check-in. This concludes your 7-day Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Bush to Beach Escape, leaving you with unforgettable wildlife encounters and relaxing coastal memories.