9 Days Selous, Ruaha & Katavi Safari

Embark on an exclusive 9-day safari journey into Tanzania’s most remote wilderness Selous (Nyerere National Park), Ruaha, and Katavi. Your itinerary begins in Selous, where you’ll experience boat safaris along the Rufiji River and classic game drives through Africa’s largest protected area. Then, transition to Ruaha, known for its dramatic terrain and some of the continent’s largest lion prides. Finish your adventure in Katavi, a truly untouched gem featuring sizable hippo pods, elephant herds, buffalo, and free-roaming predators without the crowds. All destinations are connected by flights for maximal efficiency and comfort.

  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam → Selous (Nyerere National Park)

    Arrive in Dar es Salaam and take a scheduled flight to Selous. Upon landing, transfer to your selected camp or lodge. After lunch, embark on a boat safari along the Rufiji River, observing crocodiles, hippos, and waterbirds. Dinner and overnight in Selous.

     

  • Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous

    Spend the day on comprehensive game drives. Selous is home to elephants, lions, wild dogs, giraffes, and a variety of antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush. Dinner and overnight in Selous.

  • Day 3: Walking Safari & Game Drive

    Begin your morning with a guided walking safari accompanied by a professional ranger to experience the bush up close. After lunch and some downtime, enjoy an evening game drive. Dinner and overnight in Selous.

  • Day 4: Selous → Ruaha National Park

    After breakfast, board a flight to Ruaha. On arrival, transfer to your lodge or tented camp. Lunch, then your first game drive in Ruaha’s rugged landscape. Dinner and overnight in Ruaha.

  • Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha

    Depart for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Ruaha is renowned for its large lion prides, elephants, leopards, wild dogs, and its stunning scenery. Return for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 6: Additional Wildlife Viewing in Ruaha

    Continue your exploration with morning and afternoon game drives. Ruaha offers excellent birdwatching and a genuine sense of wilderness. Dinner and overnight in Ruaha.

  • Day 7: Ruaha → Katavi National Park

    After breakfast, fly from Ruaha to Katavi. Transfer to your camp in the heart of the park. Following lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive on Katavi’s expansive floodplains. Dinner and overnight in Katavi.

     

  • Day 8: Full-Day Safari in Katavi

    Experience a full day of game drives. Katavi is known for its massive buffalo herds, dense elephant populations, and dramatic hippo gatherings in the dry season. Predator sightings are frequent and impressive. Picnic lunch in the park, followed by dinner and overnight in Katavi.

  • Day 9: Departure – Katavi → Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar

    After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar, concluding your premium safari experience.

What should I expect from Daigle Tours’ service?2025-10-22T22:36:53+00:00

We handle all logistics, including transfers, accommodations, park fees, and guided tours. Our reviews highlight our reliability, knowledgeable guides, and ability to cater to special needs (e.g., vegan diets). Find out more about us here.

How do I book a safari?2025-10-22T22:35:52+00:00

You can view all our tours here and book by clicking the “Request this Trip Now” button. You can also contact us at any time using the details below.

Contact Daigle Tours via:

Email: info@daigletours.com

Phone/WhatsApp: +255 (0) 737 213202 or +255 (0) 753 024590

Online Form:   Early booking is recommended to secure your preferred itinerary.

What types of safaris are available?2025-08-14T00:29:01+00:00

Day Trips: From Arusha or Dar es Salaam, visit parks like Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Saadani, or Mikumi.

Multi-Day Adventures: Options include 3-day Saadani or Mkomazi trips, 5-day Usambara Mountains tours, or 7-day Western Tanzania adventures.

Custom Safaris: Tailored to your preferences, including Serengeti’s Great Migration, Zanzibar extensions, or Kilimanjaro treks.

Why choose Daigle Tours?2025-10-22T23:24:45+00:00

Daigle Tours, a family-owned company since 2010, specialises in customizable safaris across Tanzania’s Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Circuits. Based in Dar es Salaam, we excel in Southern Tanzania’s less-crowded parks like Nyerere and Ruaha. Our exclusive lodge near Nyerere National Park offers unique wildlife experiences. With experienced guides, top-tier vehicles, and personalised service, we ensure a memorable safari.

Daigle Tours is the first choice for the Southern Circuit because:

  • We’re based here – Our head office is in Dar es Salaam so we can easily access the best parks in the region, and we know them inside out.
  • Exclusive Safari Lodge in Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous) – We own and operate a lodge on the border of Nyerere National Park, so you can enjoy the whole Daigle Tours experience when you stay with us there.
  • True Experts – We can’t think of any other safari companies of our size who share our vast knowledge of the region. We can’t wait to show you around our homeland.

9 Days Selous, Ruaha & Katavi Safari

STARTING FROM (per person, in USD)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
A 9-day safari through Selous, Ruaha, and Katavi for an exclusive journey into Tanzania’s most remote wilderness.

INCLUSIONS:
Park Fees
All Activities (Unless labelled as optional)
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day program)
Drinking Water (On all days)
All Accommodation (during the safari)
One-way Airport Transfer
Professional Driver/Guide
All Transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT

EXCLUSIONS:
International Flights (From/to home)
Additional Accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping Guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.)
Government Imposed Increase of Taxes and/or Park Fees

* Indicative costs per person

Why Choose Southern Tanzania?

Why Southern Tanzania?

Southern Tanzania is Tanzania’s best-kept secret, offering unrivaled wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and authentic cultural encounters with fewer visitors. Explore Nyerere National Park’s vast wilderness, cruise the rivers of Selous Game Reserve, and connect with local communities—all with the expertise of Daigle Tours, your local safari specialists.

Why Southern Tanzania Stands Out:

  • Epic Wildlife: See millions of wildebeest on the Great Migration and the Big Five in world-class parks.

  • Legendary Destinations: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara in one seamless journey.

  • Dramatic Scenery: Endless plains, volcanic craters, and the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro.

  • Maasai Culture: Meet and learn from the iconic red-robed warriors of the Rift Valley.

  • Expert Guidance: Daigle Tours delivers flawless, private safaris with top guides and perfectly timed itineraries.

Why Visit Western Tanzania?

Western Tanzania is wild, remote, and utterly authentic — the ultimate off-the-grid adventure. Track chimpanzees in Mahale and Katavi’s untouched wilderness, walk with habituated troops in ancient forests, and feel like the only person on the planet, expertly guided by Daigle Tours.

Why the Western Circuit Stands Out:

  • Chimpanzee Tracking: Face-to-face encounters in Mahale Mountains and Gombe Stream.

  • Remote & Exclusive: Almost no tourists — Katavi and Mahale feel like your own private Africa.

  • Pristine Wilderness: Crystal-clear Lake Tanganyika, miombo woodlands, and vast floodplains.

  • Exceptional Big Game: Huge lion prides, giant crocodile rivers, and seasonal sable herds in Katavi.

  • Expert Guidance: Daigle Tours’ specialist guides and light-aircraft logistics make the remote west effortless.

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