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Embark on a thrilling 10-day camping safari in Southern Tanzania, combining classic wildlife experiences with immersive cultural exploration. Visit Mikumi National Park, the rugged and remote Ruaha National Park, and enjoy a scenic trek through the Uluguru Mountains, where you’ll meet local communities and experience authentic Tanzanian life.
This affordable Tanzania camping safari is ideal for adventurous travelers looking to go off the beaten path and connect deeply with nature and culture.
The package includes all park entrance fees, accommodation (camping and homestays), meals as mentioned, transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle, game drives, and hiking guide services.
Yes, this safari is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small groups seeking budget-friendly, immersive travel in Tanzania’s lesser-known destinations.
Accommodation is in public and special campsites, a hotel in Morogoro, and a local homestay in Choma village. Tents, sleeping gear, and meals are included.
The dry season from June to October is best for wildlife viewing, while the green season (December to March) offers lush landscapes and birdwatching.
Moderate fitness is required for the Choma Village hike. The trail involves 2–3 hours each way with steep terrain, but is suitable for active travelers.
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Begin your adventure early in the morning as you travel west from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park, one of the most accessible parks in Southern Tanzania. After a scenic drive through rural villages and landscapes, arrive in time for lunch, followed by your first afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Public campsite in Mikumi
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Explore the wide-open savannahs and acacia woodlands of Mikumi with either a full-day game drive or two half-day game drives. Several observation towers provide excellent vantage points for spotting wildlife and birdlife.
Accommodation: Mikumi campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, drive toward Ruaha National Park, the largest national park in Tanzania. The journey takes you through the Southern Highlands, offering a glimpse of Tanzania’s untamed beauty. Enjoy lunch en route and arrive in Ruaha in time for an evening game drive.
Accommodation: Special campsite inside Ruaha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend three full days in Ruaha National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes, huge elephant populations, and low tourist traffic. Split your time between early morning and evening game drives, or opt for full-day exploration.
The park is a transition zone between eastern and southern Africa, offering an unmatched diversity of species and unique ecosystems.
Accommodation: Ruaha special campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Ruaha, followed by breakfast at the campsite. Then depart for Morogoro, a charming town nestled below the Uluguru Mountains.
Check into your local hotel upon arrival and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Accommodation: Hotel in Morogoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day with a guided hike through the scenic Uluguru Mountains to the remote Choma Village. Meet the Waluguru people, known for their hospitality and traditional crafts. Witness how they make pottery, mats, and calcium-rich soil cakes, commonly eaten by pregnant women for their nutritional value.
Enjoy a traditional lunch and a refreshing visit to a nearby waterfall.
Accommodation: Homestay in Choma Village
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, take a short morning hike to a viewpoint, offering sweeping views over the mountain valley. Then trek back to Morogoro where you’ll check into your hotel for a final night of rest and reflection.
Accommodation: Hotel in Morogoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart Morogoro for your return drive to Dar es Salaam, marking the end of your 10-day Southern Tanzania camping safari. Lunch will be provided on the way. You’ll arrive in the early afternoon for onward travel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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P.O.Box 19131, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
info@gecko-adventure.com
+255 784 991 576
www.gecko-adventure.com
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