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10 Days South Safari
This South Safari is the best of Southern Tanzania safari covering the largest game reserve of Selous, Mikumi National Park, the Udzungwa Mountains National Park and the remote Ruaha National Park[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_tta_tabs style=”flat” color=”chino” spacing=”2″ active_section=”1″ no_fill_content_area=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Highlights” tab_id=”1533587197932-ca99a12d-889ae271-d12c”][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Highlights” alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;”]Adventure in;
- Ruaha National Park is the largest park in Tanzania, famous with big herds of African elephants and other game.
- Selous Game reserve, this is largest wildlife reserve in the world, has recorded as the home of African wild dogs.
- Mikumi National Park, this is one of the beautifully national parks in Tanzania, Buffalos are common to be seen in this park
- Udzungwa Mountains National Park
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Day 1 : Selous Game reserves
Meet with your guide at the place of your stays in Tanzania in the morning 07:30 am, drive 5-6hrs to Selous Game reserves, arrival in the afternoon at your lodge where you participate into boat safari along the mighty Rufiji river where you will spot plenty of Hippos, Crocodiles and bird life. Later your proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight
Day 2: Selous Game reserves
Today you will participate in walking safari, and game drives in Selous Game reserves with few hours of leisure at the camp.
Day 3: Selous Game reserves
Today you continue with game drives for a full day which will later be brought us to the part of northern Selous Game reserves with fascinating scenery and wildlife. Arrival at the camp in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Mikumi National Park
Depart from Selous game reserves towards Mikumi with game drives en route in the northern part of Selous Game reserves, highlights of the day include the rich variety of bird species, and other mammals including giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, African wild dogs, Hippos, Hartebeest, Wildebeest and many more animals species.
Day 5: Mikumi National Park
Full day game drives in Mikumi National Park
Day 6: Udzungwa Mountains National park
After breakfast in the morning, you depart to Udzungwa Mountains national park, arrival in the afternoon and take part in half-day hiking-bird watching in the rainforest towards Sanje falls for a spectacular view of the great Kilombero valley.
Day 7: Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, you collect your picnic lunch at the camp, drive to Ruaha National Park where you will arrive in the afternoon at the Ruaha river lodge which has the spectacular view of the Great Ruaha River.
Day 8: Ruaha National Park
Full day game drives in Ruaha National Park with a chance to see Elephants, Buffalos, Zebras, Lions, Leopards, and other wild cats
Day 9 : Ruaha National Park
Another full day game drives in Ruaha National Park with a chance to see Elephants, Buffalos, Zebras, Lions, Leopards, and other wild cats
Day 10 : Ruaha National Park
Leisure time at the lodge then depart to Dar es Salaam by flight,arrive in the afternoon End of Tour![/ultimate_heading][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-suitcase” add_icon=”true” title=”What To Pack” tab_id=”1533587470330-0cf1ba5d-5275e271-d12c”][vc_column_text]
General Packing List
- In general, pack lightly. Leave room for gifts and souvenirs. Softsided luggage packs more easily into the safari vehicle.
- Always carry passport, airline tickets and money on your person. A fanny pack or moneybag that hangs around the neck works well.
- In case luggage doesn’t arrive the same day you do, put enough clothing and supplies for the first day in your carryon luggage.
- If taking a domestic flight luggage weight restrictions range between 15-20 kgs (33-44 lbs) total per person.
- If climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro or Mt. Meru, additional supplies will be needed. Please refer to the Kilimanjaro Packing List.
Footwear
- Sturdy, comfortable shoes, preferably waterproof. They will get dirty.
- Tennis shoes or sandals for lounging in the evening
- Comfortable, breathable socks
Clothing
- Shorts, mid-thigh or longer (not advisable for village visits)
- Lightweight, breathable pants
- Short-sleeved shirts, cool and breathable (neutral colors are best, avoid black, dark blue and bright red)
- Bathing suit if staying at a lodge with a swimming pool or if visiting Zanzibar
- Long-sleeved fleece or sweater for evenings and/or early mornings
- Rain jacket or rain poncho
- Women: pants (capri-length or longer) and shirts that cover the shoulder are advisable for village visits. Lightweight dresses or skirts that cover the knees are optional depending on how rural your village visit is but can also be worn for evening dining at the accommodations.
- Men: short-sleeve shirts with collars (for visiting villages or evening dining at the accommodations).
- Keep valuable jewelry to a minimum
Note: Laundry service is available at most lodges either at a nominal cost or free of charge in some cases.
Baggage
- Day pack, for you to carry
- Large waterproof duffel bag or backpack
Other
- Sun hat
- Maps, guidebooks
- Scarf (for dust and/or sun)
- Batteries
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars (2 pair are standard in each vehicle –
- At least 2 Pairs of Binoculars (Nikon Monarch 8×36 or Eagle Optics Ranger 8×42)
- Money (small Tanzanian bills and/or small US bills for small purchases and tips. Larger US bills and/or travelers checks for bigger purchases)
- Journal/notebook, pencil and pen
- Pocket knife (for travelers doing basic camping)
- Electricity adapter
- Energy bars and snacks
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Playing cards, games, books, Frisbee
- Camera, memory cards, minitripod
- Mementos for guides and other travelers
- Personal music device
- Video camera
- Travel pillow
Toiletries
- Small hand towel (spare item)
- Roll of toilet paper (for some public restrooms)
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Handi-wipes
- Lotion
- Glasses, contacts, solution
- Comb, mirror
- Shampoo (without heavy fragrance)
- Unscented Deodorant (use cologne/perfume sparingly, if at all, in case it might attract bees or other insects)
Documents
- Passport (with visa stamp or completed visa application with $50 or $100 US cash, exact change)
- Yellow fever certificate (REQUIRED if traveling from or through an endemic zone – refer to Medical Tips)
- Medical and Travel Insurance
- Address book
First Aid
- Ibuprofen
- Antiseptic cream
- BandAids
- Bandages and tape
- Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
- Diarrhea medicine
- Anti-malaria pills
- Antibiotics
- Insect repellent
- Antihistamines
- Lip balm with sunscreen
- Prescription drugs
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