Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Selous Game Reserve, one of Africa’s largest and most pristine wilderness areas. Upon arrival, you will be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your lodge or camp for check-in. In the afternoon, set out for a boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River. This relaxing excursion offers a unique perspective on the reserve as you glide past pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and an incredible variety of birdlife. The day ends with a stunning sunset over the river before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, spend the entire day exploring Selous Game Reserve on an exciting game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to elephants, buffalo, lions, giraffes, and one of the largest populations of African wild dogs. Your guide will navigate through diverse landscapes — from open plains to riverine forests, in search of wildlife. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the heart of the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation under the African night sky.

This morning, enjoy breakfast before setting off on a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park. The journey takes approximately six to seven hours, passing through rural villages, beautiful landscapes, and wildlife corridors. Upon arrival in Mikumi, you will head straight into the park for an afternoon game drive. Often referred to as “the Serengeti of the South,” Mikumi offers open horizons teeming with zebras, wildebeests, elephants, and giraffes. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge or camp in Mikumi.

Spend the entire day exploring Mikumi National Park on both morning and afternoon game drives. The park’s varied ecosystems — from open savannah to acacia woodlands — are home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including big cats, large herds of elephants, and rare antelope species. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to enjoy uninterrupted time in the wild. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and a well-earned rest.

After breakfast, depart Mikumi for the drive back to Dar es Salaam, enjoying the changing scenery along the way. Upon arrival, you will connect to your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar, where your Southern Circuit safari concludes. You will leave with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s hidden gems and the extraordinary wildlife encounters you’ve experienced.