15 Days Tanzania Grand Southern & Western Circuit Safari

This 15-day Tanzania Grand Southern & Western Circuit Safari is designed for travelers seeking deep exploration beyond the traditional northern parks. The journey spans vast wilderness areas, remote national parks, lush mountain forests, and iconic primate habitats, offering exceptional wildlife diversity and dramatic scenery.

Experience river safaris along the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park, classic savannah game drives in Mikumi and Ruaha, hiking adventures in Udzungwa Mountains, the floral highlands of Kitulo Plateau, massive buffalo herds in Katavi National Park, and intimate chimpanzee encounters in the forests of Gombe Stream along Lake Tanganyika. Carefully selected lodges and camps ensure comfort while maintaining a strong connection to nature throughout this extraordinary safari.

Price per person (USD)

• 2 pax: 7,537
• 3 pax: 7,239
• 4 pax: 6,850
• 5 pax: 6,824
• 6+ pax: 6,430

Day 1

Place: Dar es Salaam – Nyerere National Park
Activity: Scenic drive to Nyerere National Park, afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River.

Day 2
Place: Nyerere National Park
Activity: Full-day guided game drives exploring riverine forests, lakes, and open plains.

Day 3
Place: Nyerere – Mikumi National Park
Activity: Game drive en route through Uluguru Mountains to Mikumi.

Day 4
Place: Mikumi National Park
Activity: Full-day game drives across open savannahs and wetlands.

Day 5
Place: Mikumi – Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Activity: Guided hike to Sanje Waterfalls through lush tropical forest.

Day 6
Place: Udzungwa – Ruaha National Park
Activity: Scenic transfer and afternoon game drive in Ruaha.

Day 7
Place: Ruaha National Park
Activity: Full-day guided game drives along the Great Ruaha River.

Day 8
Place: Ruaha – Mbeya
Activity: Game drive en route, scenic drive to Mbeya Town.

Day 9
Place: Mbeya – Kitulo National Park – Mbeya
Activity: Day trip to Kitulo Plateau, waterfalls, grasslands, and alpine flora.

Day 10
Place: Mbeya – Katavi National Park
Activity: Long scenic drive to Katavi, afternoon wildlife viewing.

Day 11
Place: Katavi National Park
Activity: Full-day exploration of Katavi’s floodplains and buffalo concentrations.

Day 12
Place: Katavi – Kigoma Town
Activity: Game drive en route, travel through western Tanzania landscapes.

Day 13
Place: Kigoma – Gombe Stream National Park
Activity: Boat transfer across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe.

Day 14
Place: Gombe Stream National Park
Activity: In-depth chimpanzee trekking and forest exploration.

Day 15
Place: Gombe – Kigoma – Dar es Salaam
Activity: Boat transfer, flight back to Dar es Salaam. End of safari.