Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Explore Africa's eastern lands on this 20-day adventure from Zimbabwe to Zanzibar. Search for prides of lions and herds of zebra in South Luangwa National Park, swim in one of Africa’s most tranquil freshwater lakes in Malawi, and relax on the shores of Zanzibar's northern beaches. See the power of Victoria Falls, visit a workshop where local women transform snares into beautiful jewellery and spend two nights camping on Dar es Salaam’s South Beach. If safaris, sea breezes and a zest for exploration are your thing, jump aboard this overland adventure to the wilds of East Africa!
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Resort, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, Sout
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, South Luangwa National Park, Lake Malawi, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar, Zanzibar Northern Beaches, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Harare, Lusaka, Petauke
Dive into a lesser-known Africa on this 19-day trip from the east of Tanzania through Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Begin on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar's northern coastline, then travel through rolling savanna and wide-open plains on a series of game drives and hikes. Get close to incredible wildlife in remote nature reserves and embrace local hospitality in the regional cities and traditional villages. Take on this eye-opening African overland adventure with a local crew to guide you to the best of the region, all shared with a small group of travellers ready to explore.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, Sout
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, South Luangwa National Park, Petauke, Lusaka, Harare, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Lake Malawi
Discover East Africa as you journey from Victoria Falls to Nairobi on this 28-day adventure. See the animals that call this part of the world home on 4WD safaris, explore beautiful wildlife reserves and visit a workshop where local women turn poacher snares into beautiful jewellery. Hike through the Usambara Mountains, tour a local coffee farm in Karatu village and spend two nights camping near the shores of Dar es Salaam’s South Beach. With a local leader by your side every step of the way and plenty of free time, you’re sure to return home with unforgettable memories (and an epic camera roll!).
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, South L
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, Lake Malawi, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Stone Town, Zanzibar Northern Beaches, Bagamoyo, Usambara Mountains, Arusha, Karatu, Serengeti National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Harare, Lusaka, Petauke
Head on an action-packed adventure direct to East Africa’s biggest and best. Spend 27 unforgettable days spotting the Big Five in the vast plains of the Serengeti and deep in the Ngorongoro Crater, hiking the lush Usambara Mountains in search of the longest horizon, and lolling about Zanzibar’s pristine beaches, fragrant spice plantations and historic Stone Town. You’ll be accompanied by a crew of a local leader, driver and cook, on hand to offer their recommendations and make your overland journey a whole lot easier.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Zanziba
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Zanzibar Northern Beaches, Stone Town, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Lake Malawi, South Luangwa National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Petauke, Lusaka, Harare, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Serengeti National Park, Usambara Mountains, Dar Es Salaam
Spend 42 days travelling through the iconic vistas of East Africa. Seek out the rare mountain gorilla in Rwanda’s steamy jungle, enjoy thrill-packed safaris through lush forest and open savanna and finish in Victoria Falls. Be welcomed into small villages in Tanzania and Malawi, relax on sandy beaches in Zanzibar and track the Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. This overland adventure is a mix of locally guided excursions and free time to follow your heart to the stuff you want to see.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Mbarara
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Mbarara, Jinja, Kericho, Masai Mara National Reserve, Mto Wa Mbu, Serengeti National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Usambara Mountains, Dar Es Salaam, Stone Town, Zanzibar Northern Beaches, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Eldoret, Chitimba, Lake Malawi, South Luangwa National Park, Petauke, Lusaka, Harare, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Kampala, Kalinzu Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro
Embrace the wilds of Eastern Africa on a 16-day adventure. Track rhinos on foot, discover the winding alleyways of Stone Town, journey through epic landscapes in search of zebras and elephants, explore ancient Zimbabwean ruins and gaze at the sweeping plains of the savanna. With a local leader and crew on hand to sweat all the small stuff, you can focus on exploring. This is your chance to spot the Big Five and escape the chaotic pace of the city for the quiet of villages Africa’s pride lands.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, Lusa
Victoria Falls, Stone Town, Lusaka, Harare, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Chitimba, Lake Malawi, Luangwa National Park, South Luangwa National Park, Petauke, Zanzibar
Curious about Tanzania’s lesser-trodden safari paths? The Tanzania Southern Circuit Budget Safari invites travelers to discover the wild, untamed charm of the south, where Nyerere National Park—Africa’s largest—unfolds its vast savanna, woodlands, and shimmering lakes. Famed for its undisturbed nature and immense biodiversity, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a stunning array of wildlife, from elephants and crocodiles to vibrant birdlife. One highlight of this trip is a guided boat safari along the Rufiji River, offering close encounters with hippos, waterbirds, and, with luck, even lions or Nile monitors drawn to the water’s edge.
Beyond Nyerere, your tour package leads you to Mikumi National Park, a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Here, open floodplains and Miombo woodlands host migrating herds of wildebeest, impala, buffalo, and elusive antelopes like the greater kudu. Over 400 bird species have been spotted, making this a paradise for birdwatchers. Whether you’re on a brief visit or lingering to soak in the landscape, Mikumi’s tranquil scenery and abundance of animals rarely disappoint.
The journey culminates at Udzungwa Mountains National Park, often called the "Galapagos of Africa" for its remarkable diversity and endemism. Trek through ancient forests and explore massifs that harbor rare plants and animals found nowhere else. The region’s unique geological history, shaped over 200 million years, sets the stage for an adventure packed with both natural wonders and cultural intrigue.
This five-day guided tour is perfect for travelers eager to explore Tanzania beyond the classic northern circuit, offering a blend of game drives, river safaris, and forest walks. The USP here is clear: access to some of the continent’s most pristine, biodiverse, and crowd-free parks. If you seek authentic wilderness and a deeper connection with African nature, this southern Tanzania safari presents an unforgettable alternative.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel
Age Range
1-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi Nati
Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Udzungwa Montains National Park
Experience the vibrant tapestry of Tanzania on this 10-day adventure, combining the energy of Dar es Salaam, thrilling wildlife encounters in Mikumi National Park, and the serene beauty of Zanzibar’s beaches. Begin with a warm welcome at the airport and unwind on the city’s coastline before embarking on a guided city tour.
Your journey continues with exhilarating game drives in Mikumi, where you’ll spot diverse wildlife against the backdrop of unspoiled savannah. Then, set sail for the historic shores of Zanzibar, once a famed hub of the spice trade. Meander through Stone Town’s labyrinthine streets, savor the scents on a spice tour, and bask in the island’s turquoise waters. The trip concludes with a seamless return to Dar es Salaam.
What makes this tour package stand out is the seamless blend of city life, safari thrills, and island relaxation—offering a comprehensive introduction to Tanzania’s many wonders in one trip.
Discover the wildlife of Tanzania in this six-day safari adventure that will take you to Mukumi and Nyerere national parks. The tour starts from the city of Dar es Salaam from where you will be picked up and transferred to Mikumi Natinoal Park.
The open horizons and abundant wildlife of the Mkata Floodplain, the fashionable centrepiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti plains. The park boasts several wildlife species, including African elephants, wildebeest, zebras and impalas. It is also home to a great many of bird species. More than 400 bird species have been recorded here, such as the lilac-breasted rollers, yellow-throated longclaws, and bateleur eagles.
On the next part of the tour, we will head to Nyerere National Park, formally known as Selous Game Reserve. Founded in 2019, the park covers over 30,000 square kilometres and boasts Tanzania's largest elephant population and many lions, leopards, African hunting dogs, buffaloes, and hippos. Species commonly seen are bushbucks, red and blue duikers, elands, hartebeests, hyenas, giraffes, oryx, reedbucks, impalas, waterbucks, and zebras. The park has the most extensive diversity of safari activities ranging from boat safari along the Great Rufiji River, legendary fly camping trips, jungle walking and game drives in thriving wildlife areas.
See the itinerary section below for more details.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english, french, german, spanish
Destinations
Tanzania Safari Parks, Mikumi Na
Tanzania Safari Parks, Mikumi National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Dar Es Salaam
Experience the stunning wildlife and scenic beauty of Tanzania on this 6-day safari trip! Don't worry about anything; your meals, accommodation, and transportation are all covered on this private tour. We are also open to changes if you wish to adjust the itinerary.
First, we spend a few days in Mikumi National Park, which lies alongside the Northern border of Africa's biggest Game Reserve - the Selous Game Reserve. The open horizons and abundant wildlife of the Mkata Floodplain, the fashionable centerpiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti Plains. More than 400 bird species were recorded, the lilac-breasted rollers, yellow-throated longclaws, and bateleur eagles joined by a host of European migrants during the rainy season.
Next, we visit Ruaha National Park, the second-largest national park in Tanzania which covers an area of about 22,000 km². It is one of Tanzania's few famous wilderness areas, whereby the experience of game viewing is spiced up by the exciting landscape and the Great Ruaha River. The park has a high concentration of elephants and magnificent mammals and a habitat for endangered wild dogs, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, elands, impalas, bat-eared foxes, and jackals.
Last, we spend a day and a half at Udzungwa, the most significant example of the Eastern Arc Mountains' natural world, which runs in a chain through the whole of Tanzania. The forest makes Udzungwa unique in East Africa, and there is no other place with unbroken series of wood stretching from an altitude of 250 meters up to more than 2000 meters.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Lodge
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english, french, german, spanish
Destinations
Ruaha National Park, Mikumi Nati
Ruaha National Park, Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa National Park