Day 1: Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park to Zanzibar (Fly in - Fly out)
breakfast, lunch
Experience the highlights of Tarangire, Ngorongoro with expert guidance. Game drives in morning and afternoon. Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhinoceros. Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Hyena, Wild dog. Rarely seen animals: Black rhino.
Your journey begins early in the morning with a hotel pickup and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for a scenic bush flight to Nyerere National Park. As you fly over the turquoise coastline, islands, rivers, and vast wilderness of Tanzania, the adventure truly begins before you even land. Upon arrival at the park’s airstrip, you will be welcomed by a professional safari guide and set off immediately on an exciting game drive in a specially designed 4x4 safari vehicle.
The safari takes you deep into the diverse ecosystems of Nyerere, from open savannahs and acacia woodlands to lakes and the famous Rufiji River. The park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous antelope species. With fewer crowds than the northern safari circuit, Nyerere offers a more exclusive and intimate wildlife experience, allowing guests to enjoy nature in its purest form.
During the day, you will stop at a scenic location for a delicious bush lunch surrounded by the sounds and sights of the African wilderness. After lunch, the game drive continues with more opportunities to spot wildlife and capture unforgettable photographs before returning to the airstrip for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar.