Embark on an exclusive 8-day Private Mid-range safari from Dar es Salaam aboard the SGR train, connecting you comfortably to Nyerere, Mikumi, and Ruaha National Parks in Southern Tanzania. Enjoy private game drives, sunset boat safaris on the Rufiji River, Maasai cultural experiences, and stays in luxury lodges.
8 Days Private Mid-Range Safari by Sgr Train from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027) – Tour Summary
Tour Features for 8 Days Private Mid-Range Safari by Sgr Train from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
: No accommodation standard defined
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 8 Days Private Mid-Range Safari by Sgr Train from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Open-sided 4x4 vehicle,
- In each car: The maximum number of client's seats are 7 (all are window seats)
8 Days Private Mid-Range Safari by Sgr Train from Dar Es Salaam in Southern Tanzania (2026 - 2027) - Tour details
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park (By SGR Train)
Your adventure begins early in the morning with an exciting SGR train ride from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, where you will be met by your safari driver-guide. After a short briefing, continue your journey by road to Mikumi National Park, a scenic drive that takes you through charming rural landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy a warm lunch at your lodge before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Mikumi is known for its open savannahs teeming with elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and predators like lions and leopards. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at your chosen accommodation inside or near the park.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
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Camp Bastian
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park
After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in Mikumi, exploring its diverse habitats that resemble a miniature Serengeti. The Mkata floodplain is rich in wildlife, offering excellent chances to spot large herds of buffalo and antelope, while hippos, crocodiles, and birds thrive around the pools. With a picnic lunch in the bush, you will have uninterrupted time to enjoy nature and possibly encounter cheetahs or African wild dogs. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and another overnight stay in Mikumi.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
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Camp Bastian
- Meals & Drinks:
Mikumi to Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
Today you will depart Mikumi after breakfast and drive south towards Nyerere National Park, formerly known as the Selous Game Reserve, one of Africa’s largest protected areas. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by a thrilling boat safari along the Rufiji River. This river is the lifeline of Nyerere, supporting countless crocodiles, hippos, and a dazzling array of birdlife. The sunset over the river creates an unforgettable backdrop before heading back for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Mikumi National Park
- Accommodation:
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Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Game Drive in Nyerere National Park
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting off on a full-day game drive across the vast plains of Nyerere. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its untamed wilderness and incredible wildlife diversity, including elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and rare antelope species. With fewer crowds compared to other parks, you’ll experience a raw and exclusive safari atmosphere. A packed picnic lunch will allow you to explore deeper into the park. Return in the evening for dinner and a campfire under the starry African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
- Accommodation:
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Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Walking Safari & Cultural Visit in Nyerere
This morning offers a unique opportunity for a guided walking safari with an armed ranger. Walking through the bush lets you connect with nature on a deeper level, observing animal tracks, plants, and smaller wildlife often missed on game drives. After breakfast, you may also visit a nearby village to learn about the culture and traditions of the local communities living around the park. In the afternoon, enjoy some leisure time at your lodge or an optional short boat safari before dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
- Accommodation:
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Mloka Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Nyerere to Ruaha National Park
After an early breakfast, embark on a long but scenic drive to Ruaha National Park, the largest national park in Tanzania and a true wilderness gem. The journey passes through remote villages and dramatic landscapes, offering glimpses of rural Tanzanian life. Arrive at your lodge in time to rest and enjoy a relaxed evening with dinner. Depending on arrival time, you may enjoy a short sunset game drive before overnighting in Ruaha.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve)
- Accommodation:
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Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park
Spend the day exploring Ruaha’s rugged terrain, which is characterized by rolling hills, baobab-studded landscapes, and the Great Ruaha River. This park is renowned for its large elephant population and impressive predator sightings, including prides of lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Bird enthusiasts will also be delighted, with over 570 bird species recorded. A picnic lunch in the bush allows you to stay immersed in the wilderness throughout the day before returning for dinner and overnight at your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
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Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Ruaha to Dar es Salaam (By SGR Train)
After breakfast, enjoy a short morning game drive or some relaxation time at your lodge before starting the drive back to Morogoro. From there, you will board the SGR train for your return journey to Dar es Salaam. As the train passes through the scenic countryside, take the opportunity to reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters and landscapes you experienced during your 8-day safari through Mikumi, Nyerere, and Ruaha. Arrive in Dar es Salaam in the evening, where the tour concludes.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Gold Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Professional English-speaking Mountain guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- Hot Air Balloon(US$500)
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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