6 Days Flying Safari - Lusen Tours and Safaris

6 Days Flying Safari Nyerere and Ruaha National Parks

Trip Overview

Immerse yourself in Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness with this 6-day flying safari to Nyerere (Selous Game Reserve) and Ruaha National Park. Enjoy thrilling game drives, a scenic boat safari, a walking safari with armed rangers, and birdwatching, all while staying in comfortable mid-range accommodations. Experience the convenience of flights and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

With Lusen Tours & Safaris

Scenic boat safari on the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park
Game drives in two of Tanzania’s premier wildlife parks
Walking safari with armed rangers in Ruaha National Park
Stunning landscapes, including river valleys and open savannahs
Comfortable stays in mid-range lodges and camps

Trip Highlight

6 Days / 5 Nights

Dar es Salaam

Price from

$2425 per person

(Based on 2 or more Adults)

Full Itinerary

Day to day

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park

Start with a morning pickup in Dar es Salaam and drive 5 hours to Nyerere National Park. Arrive for lunch at Selous Kulinda Camp. After a short break, enjoy an evening boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Selous Kulinda Camp.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Nyerere

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. Explore Nyerere’s vast wilderness and spot wildlife such as lions, elephants, zebras, and a variety of bird species. Return to Selous Kulinda Camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Nyerere to Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Mtemere Airstrip for a morning flight to Ruaha National Park. Arrive at Msembe Airstrip and begin your safari as soon as the plane lands, with wildlife sightings right on the runway. Enjoy a game drive with packed lunches, then head to Ruaha Hilltop Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha

Spend the day exploring Ruaha on a full-day game drive after breakfast. Witness spectacular views of the Ruaha River valley and spot diverse wildlife, including kudu, giraffes, lions, elephants, and antelope. Return to Ruaha Hilltop Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Walking Safari and Game Drive in Ruaha

After breakfast, embark on a morning walking safari with armed rangers, getting up close to the park’s wildlife. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive to search for more animals like wildebeests, leopards, and buffalo. Return to Ruaha Hilltop Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Ruaha to Dar es Salaam

After breakfast, transfer to Msembe Airstrip for a morning flight to Dar es Salaam. Arrive by early afternoon, concluding your adventure.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch