Off the beaten path in Tanzania
This itinerary is a true wilderness experience. Mahale National Park, set along the shores of Lake Tanganyika is where Japanese scientists began chimpanzee research here in the mid-1960’s, making it arguably the best wild chimpanzee experience in the world today.
Day 1
Arrival Dar es Salaam
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be escorted to your light aircraft flight to Ruaha National Park and transferred to your accommodation.
Day 2
Ruaha National Park
Enjoy the beauty of Ruaha National Park. Take in the stunning views, keep an eye out for strolling wildlife, relax by the campfire at night and embark on an unforgettable journey.
Day 3
Ruaha National Park
Head on game drives, searching for elephant, giraffe, zebras, lion, leopard, cheetah, bat-eared foxes and jackals. In the morning, stop for a picnic under the shade of a tree; in the evening, sip on a cold gin & tonic in the heart of the bush.
Night drives will introduce you to the elusive animals that come out after dark, and walking safaris can be enjoyed with experienced armed guides and local trackers.
Day 4
Ruaha National Park – Selous Game Reserve
Today you’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Selous Game Reserve before heading to your accommodation.
Embark on game drives in the Selous Game Reserve which - at 55,000 sq km - is almost twice the size of Belgium, and four times larger than the famous Serengeti in the North. Home to plants, birds, elephant, buffalos, and an estimated 1,300 of the worlds’ roughly 4,000 remaining rare wild dogs, there’s plenty to see.
Day 5
Selous Game Reserve
Spend the next few days on morning and evening game drives, game walks or birding safaris.
Day 6
Selous Game Reserve
Explore the Great Rufiji River and its surrounding forests and woodlands, go on a boat safari, or try fishing and fly camping.
Day 7
Roho Ya Selous – Arusha
Today you’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Arusha and transferred to your accommodation.
Day 8
Arusha – Mahale Mountains National Park
You’ll fly into Mahale Mountains National Park by light aircraft before being transferred to your next accommodation.
Mahale Mountains National Park is in the far west of Tanzania, on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, and home to some of the Africa's last remaining wild chimpanzees.
Take a late afternoon trip in the dhow and enjoy sundowners on board.
Day 9
Greystoke Mahale
Go on a chimp trek, hike the forest paths looking for birds and butterflies, swim in ice-cold pools in the mountain waterfalls, or try fishing or kayaking on a lake. Alternatively, relax on the beach before enjoying sundowners on an old wooden dhow cruise.
Day 10
Greystoke Mahale
You will have today at your own leisure.
Day 11
Greystoke Mahale
Explore all that Greystoke Mahale has to offer before you depart tomorrow
Day 12
Arusha – Kilimanjaro - Departure
Today you’ll take a light aircraft flight back to Arusha for your onward journey.
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African game drives in Ruaha National Park searching for elephant, giraffe, leopard, wild dog and lion
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An early morning bird safari in Nyerere National Park
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Explore the Great Rufiji River on a walking safari
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Search the Mahale Mountains National Park for chimpanzees
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Swim in ice-cold pools in the mountain waterfalls of Greystoke Mahale
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour holiday will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
